Space Science, Research Reputation Shine in Best Global Ranking Oct. 23, 2019 The University of Arizona ranked No. 21 among U.S. public universities and No. 85 overall in the sixth annual "Best Global Universities" ranking, published by U.S. News & World Report. Read more at UArizona News Image
Incident on our campus Sept. 12, 2019 I write to you today out of anger, disappointment and regret over an incident that occurred earlier this week on our campus. Read more
University Climate Coalition Announces Policy Platform to Combat Climate Change Aug. 9, 2019 UA President Robert C. Robbins expressed support for the University Climate Change Coalition's Research for Policy Platform, which equips member universities to research urgent climate change policy issues and provide recommendations for just and equitable outcomes. Read more at UArizona News Image
Faculty Expertise, Campus Life Excel in CWUR, Princeton Review Rankings Aug. 7, 2019 The UA earned recognition for its world-class research from the Center for World University Rankings and for quality of campus life from The Princeton Review. Read more at UArizona News Image
2019-20 Tuition and Fee Proposals update July 11, 2019 The University of Arizona seeks approval for changes to two existing tuition rates for programs previously approved by the Board, and the establishment of a tuition rate for one new program, as specified under Board policy Read more
State Budget Makes Significant Investments in UA, UA Medical Schools May 28, 2019 The Arizona Legislature approved $17.4 million in funding for the UA, with $8 million earmarked to expand the UA College of Medicine – Phoenix and support medical students. Read more at UArizona News Image
Senior Vice President Appointments May 22, 2019 I am pleased to announce the appointments of Dr. Liesl Folks as Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs and Provost and Dr. Elizabeth (Betsy) Cantwell as Senior Vice President for Research and Innovation. They both will begin their roles at the University of Arizona on July 29, reporting directly to me as key members of the UA’s senior executive team. Read more
Mourning the loss of Coach Dick Tomey May 11, 2019 I am very sad to hear of Coach Dick Tomey’s passing last night after a fight with lung cancer. He was a Wildcat legend. Read more
Congratulations to the class of 2019! May 8, 2019 This Friday, I will have the honor of conferring degrees on nearly 6,700 students at the University of Arizona’s 155th Commencement at Arizona Stadium, including bachelor's, master's, doctoral, and professional degrees from across the disciplines. Read more
Creating pathways to lifelong success May 7, 2019 As Commencement 2019 rapidly approaches, I know many of our students are thinking about their future with excitement. More than a few of our graduates already have their next steps planned out, while others are charting a course among many options as this chapter of their lives comes to a close. Read more