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The state has been adding jobs, but UA economic forecaster Marshall Vest said when those numbers are adjusted to account for seasonal employment, growth is nearly nonexistent. Vest said unemployment in Arizona may not bottom out until at least the middle of next year.

Steward Observatory's Chris Impey was among the scientists who attended a conference held in Rome. The participants discussed the possibility of extraterrestrial life and its possible implications on the Catholic Church.

Students attending schools in the Amphitheater, Flowing Wells, Sunnyside and Tucson Unified School Districts will visit the UA on Saturday to take part in a science academy.

A new study shows boosting levels of a neurotransmitter in the brain may reverse some of the cognitive abnormalities that characterize Down syndrome. Lynn Nadel, a Regents' Professor studying Down syndrome and cognition, said the research may one day lead to early life interventions in humans.

Six students talk about their intense and extensive training at the University of Arizona in the pursuit to become professional dancers.

The popular ESPN program College GameDay will broadcast live from the UA this Saturday, Nov. 21 from 8 to 10 a.m.

The text from University of Arizona President Robert N. Shelton's State of the University address is now available.

UA President Robert N. Shelton gave his State of the University address Thursday, emphasizing the vision and values necessary to sustain the institution's future success.

The Arizona Assurance program at the University of Arizona had a successful first year, retaining 80 percent of freshmen students involved.

A leadership program that began in Intercollegiate Athletics and became a national model is being adapted for the UA campus. 

The new initiative highlights the role of ARRA-funded research at the UA and other universities in America's recovery and revitalization.

Increasing temperatures at high altitudes are fueling the post-1950 growth spurt seen in bristlecone pines, according to new research from a team led by University of Arizona scientists. The finding is another piece of evidence linking the unusual phenomena occurring in high-elevation ecosystems during the latter part of the 20th century with warming temperatures.

A ceremony honoring the contributions of Stewart L. Udall, the former Secretary of Interior and UA alumnus, was held on Friday. 

Tough economic times are sending budget-conscious UA students to off-market outlets for books and clothes. Students also are seeking part-time jobs in larger numbers.

University of Arizona President Robert N. Shelton will discuss the UA's recent budget challenges and how the campus intends to move forward during his 2009 State of the University address.

The donation marks the single largest gift in the history of UA athletics.

Wilbur Wildcat celebrates his silver anniversary at the UA this year by serving as grand marshall at Saturday's Homecoming parade.

A new book tells the story of Dr. Merlin K. DuVal, the founding dean of the UA College of Medicine.

More than 50,000 guests are expected to participate in this year's Homecoming events.