University Financial Update Robert C. Robbins Nov. 22, 2023 The recent announcement of the University of Arizona’s Days Cash on Hand shortfall understandably has caused considerable concern throughout our campus and local communities. The news and discussions surrounding the university’s financial situation also have unfortunately led to several inaccurate assumptions and misunderstandings. I regret the stress this has caused many in our community and hope the information that follows will help address some of the misconceptions and bring greater clarity to the university’s financial position. Read more
SVP for Academic Affairs and Provost Search Advisory Committee Established Robert C. Robbins Nov. 14, 2023 I am pleased to share that a Search Advisory Committee has been formed and is beginning its work to identify and recommend exceptional candidates for consideration to serve as the University of Arizona’s next Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs and Provost. Read more
Financial Challenges Robert C. Robbins Nov. 11, 2023 We purposefully used reserves to fuel recent success. However, it has become clear that we have overinvested and that some colleges and units have overspent. We will continue to focus on our core mission while correcting financial issues. Read more
University of Arizona announces $2 billion raised toward $3 billion goal Nov. 3, 2023 The University of Arizona announced the public phase of its $3 billion fundraising campaign, Fuel Wonder. The launch, coinciding with Homecoming celebrations, included the announcement of $118.65 million in gifts that will ignite the aspirations and goals of students, faculty and staff. Collectively, these gifts bring the overall total raised so far to more than $2 billion. Read more at Arizona Daily Star
Image $35.5M awarded to UArizona College of Engineering for tech center expansion Nov. 3, 2023 The funding from the Arizona Commerce Authority includes workforce development to boost the ability to produce more computer chips domestically. Read more at UArizona News
Image UArizona announces $118.65M in gifts toward $3B fundraising campaign Nov. 3, 2023 The Fuel Wonder campaign, which began counting contributions on Jan. 1, 2017, and was officially launched on Friday, has so far raised more than $2 billion. Read more at UArizona News
Image Partnership with TheDream.US will provide scholarships to undocumented students at UArizona Nov. 1, 2023 The scholarships will provide up to $33,000 toward a bachelor's degree, filling the gap between the total cost of tuition and fees and any scholarships and financial aid the student has already received. Read more at UArizona News
Forging the future: Dr. Robert C. Robbins Oct. 31, 2023 University of Arizona President Robert C. Robbins discusses economic trends in Southern Arizona and the ways in which the university contributes to the area's economic development. Read more at BizTucson
University of Arizona president becomes the voice of moral clarity on Israel Oct. 31, 2023 Arizona Republic columnist Phil Boas writes that after Hamas attacked Israel, University of Arizona President Robert C. Robbins "became the voice that higher education needed." Read more at The Arizona Republic
Image UArizona proposes streamlining undergraduate and graduate tuition and fees for 2024-25 Oct. 26, 2023 The new structure for University of Arizona students will make it easier to understand the financial commitment for full tuition and fees Read more at UArizona News
