University of Arizona Celebrates Art, Science and a Historic Basketball Run

A Camera's Life

The Center for Creative Photography opened “Making a Life in Photography: Rollie McKenna,” the first comprehensive survey of the late American photographer’s work, showcasing images that span six decades of cultural reportage.

Final Four Heartbreak

On Saturday night in Indianapolis, the Wildcats fell 91‑73 to the Michigan Wolverines, ending one of the most successful seasons in program history. Freshman forward Koa Peat recorded 16 points and 11 rebounds, becoming the first Arizona freshman with a double‑double in a Final Four.

Community Spirit

Despite the loss, Tucson streets filled with alumni and students celebrating the team’s achievements, a scene described by local fans as a “proud, bittersweet night.”

Aging Research Takes a Leap

Veterinary researchers announced a study of growth‑hormone pathways in large‑breed dogs, probing why their brains age at the same rate as those of smaller breeds even though lifespans differ.

A Drug for Longevity

The R. Ken Coit College of Pharmacy, funded by alumnus Ken Coit, will launch a Phase 3 trial of rapamycin, a transplant‑rejection drug, to test its potential to boost resilience and immune function in older adults.