Arts and Humanities

'Power Struggles' Illuminates History of Technological Change

jeffh — Mon, 25 Aug 2008 15:02:17 -0600

UA anthropologist Michael Brian Schiffer's new book, "Power Struggles," details how 19th century inventors shaped today's world.

Center Invites Public to View Photo Exhibit

rrmcgill — Fri, 22 Aug 2008 13:47:20 -0600

Sales from the annual photo exhibit go toward scholarships for Middle Eastern studies students.

UA Press Books and Authors in the National Spotlight

cruzj — Wed, 20 Aug 2008 17:28:27 -0600

Some of the most prominent news organizations in the country have recently highlighted books and authors from UA Press.

A History on Women in Commerce in Downtown Tucson

leverett — Tue, 12 Aug 2008 12:30:23 -0600

The research project includes a sculpture that will feature tiled images of the women set in an 8-foot-tall sculpture.

Art in 360 Degrees

leverett — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 12:34:44 -0600

Christopher McGinnis, a UA fine arts student, worked with dance professor Douglas R. Nielsen on a collaborative project that views art and dance from all perspectives – not just head on.

Renowned Spanish Medieval Altarpiece Returns to UAMA

cruzj — Tue, 29 Jul 2008 11:47:59 -0600

New research has unlocked 500-year-old secrets about "The Altarpiece from Ciudad Rodrigo."

Proposed New Degree Programs Begin Application Process

rrmcgill — Fri, 25 Jul 2008 15:14:13 -0600

The UA has received regents approval to begin the application process to develop new undergraduate and graduate degree programs.

Stay-Cation at the UA

cruzj — Fri, 11 Jul 2008 12:27:24 -0600

The UA campus offers numerous attractions for those staying close to home during their summer vacations.

Arizona State Museum Director Hartman H. Lomawaima Passes Away

cruzj — Tue, 08 Jul 2008 20:36:24 -0600

Lomawaima was only the sixth director, and the first American Indian, in the 115-year history of the Arizona State Museum.

New Book by UA History Professor Examines Mexican National Identity

cruzj — Thu, 03 Jul 2008 15:11:00 -0600

William Beezley examined how festivals, children’s games, almanacs and puppet theaters reflected Mexican national identity.

Best-Selling Author David Sedaris Coming to the UA

cruzj — Thu, 26 Jun 2008 23:52:24 -0600

Sedaris will read from and sign his new book of essays, "When You Are Engulfed in Flames" on July 1 at the UA BookStore.

UA-Led Workshop to Teach Filmmaking to American Indian Youth

leverett — Wed, 18 Jun 2008 14:12:00 -0600

The Native Youth Filmmaking Workshop will involve about 14 Tohono O'odham youth and will be taught by two American Indian filmmakers.

Program to Teach Math Through Mariachi Now in Third Year

rrmcgill — Mon, 23 Jun 2008 17:07:30 -0600

Incoming high school freshmen participating in the UA's Math Through Mariachi Camp will perform two concerts in Crowder Hall.

Solstice Celebration a Multicultural Treat

jeffh — Mon, 16 Jun 2008 15:04:14 -0600

The Arizona State Museum hosts its eighth annual "Marking the Solstice" celebration with an array of entertainment, food and cultural demonstrations.

University of Arizona Press Earns Top Honors

rrmcgill — Wed, 18 Jun 2008 10:30:56 -0600

BookExpo America, the Association of American University Presses and the American Library Association have bestowed several honors on to the UA Press.

The Zombie: "A New Monster for a New World"

leverett — Fri, 13 Jun 2008 12:20:32 -0600

UA doctoral student Kyle W. Bishop argues that that while the zombie has become a hugely popular cinematic device, the creature is a remnant of an imperialistic and racist era.

Young Authors Recognized for Creative Writing

jeffh — Mon, 09 Jun 2008 14:37:23 -0600

Thirteen K-3 students from southern Arizona were recently honored for their entries in the 14th annual Reading Rainbow Young Writers and Illustrators Contest.

New ART Season Announced

leverett — Tue, 10 Jun 2008 12:52:40 -0600

"Cat on a Hot Tin Roof" is one of six productions the UA's theater company
will perform during its upcoming season.

Senior Thesis Becomes Flamenco Ensemble

leverett — Mon, 26 May 2008 15:34:11 -0600

Recent UA graduate Danielle Mouw, created Flamenco Sonora as part of her senior thesis as an Honors College student.

UA Researcher's Study of Hispanic Youth Becomes New Book

rrmcgill — Wed, 21 May 2008 17:39:34 -0600

A UA associate professor spent years observing and interviewing Hispanic youth to understand the role education, culture, work and family affect future opportunities.

Border Poverty the Focus of New Book

leverett — Fri, 09 May 2008 12:57:24 -0600

The University of Arizona Press is publishing a co-authored book that takes a look at poverty along the U.S.-Mexico border in Arizona and New Mexico.

China, UA Create Mandarin Language Center

jeffh — Tue, 06 May 2008 16:01:21 -0600

The UA and the Office of Chinese Language Council International will formally dedicate a Confucius Institute on campus. The institute will address the growing worldwide demand for Mandarin Chinese language teachers.

Award-Winning Photography Graduate Ventures Into Video

leverett — Thu, 01 May 2008 12:15:29 -0600

May 2008 UA graduate Tomiko Jones, who was praised for her black and white photography, recently won a national award for her work and will spend part of the year studying in France.

Raúl H. Castro Documentary to Premiere at UA May 4

rrmcgill — Tue, 22 Apr 2008 11:03:27 -0600

Arizona's first Hispanic governor honored in documentary co-directed by UA graduate student.

UApresents Announces 2008-09 Season

cruzj — Tue, 22 Apr 2008 18:27:15 -0600

The new season will feature legends, rising stars and educational outreach.