Today Arizona Athletics and ALKEME Insurance announce naming rights partnership for McKale Memorial Center The $27.7 million agreement is the largest publicly known arena naming rights partnership in the Big 12 and one of the most significant in Arizona Athletics history.
Today Sarah Smallhouse makes $5 million gift to endow deanship for the University of Arizona College of Science Created through a $5 million gift from the U of A alumna and longtime supporter, the Sarah Brown Smallhouse Endowed Deanship will provide funding in perpetuity for College of Science strategic initiatives.
Feb. 4, 2026 President Garimella named to US Department of Energy advisory committee The U.S. Department of Energy announced the appointment of University of Arizona President and Distinguished Professor Suresh Garimella to the newly established Office of Science Advisory Committee.
Feb. 3, 2026 U of A named a top producer of Fulbright US Scholars Seven U of A faculty were selected from a wide range of fields for the Fulbright U.S. Scholar Program during the 2025-26 cycle, ranking tied for fourth among all U.S. colleges and universities.
Jan. 29, 2026 U of A places among top 20 public universities in new Time magazine ranking The U of A ranks No. 18 among U.S. public colleges and universities in the new World's Top Universities ranking, released by Time magazine.
Jan. 28, 2026 MrBeast takes over Biosphere 2, from rooftop to rainforest The popular content creator spent a day in Southern Arizona touring the world's largest controlled environment for the video, "$1 vs $1,000,000,000 Futuristic Tech!"
Jan. 27, 2026 Arizona Online earns top marks in latest Best Online Programs ranking from US News & World Report Arizona Online continues to add to its reputation as one of the nation's top online education providers, with several strong rankings in the 2026 Best Online Bachelor's Programs rankings.
Jan. 16, 2026 U of A announces the Kyl Institute for National Security The forward-deployed research hub draws on institutional strengths to safeguard the country and honors University of Arizona alumnus and former U.S. Sen. Jon Kyl.
Jan. 12, 2026 U of A research expenditures exceed $1B, ranked among top 20 public universities The University of Arizona delivered more than $1 billion in total research activity in fiscal year 2024, ranking among the top 20 public research institutions.
Jan. 7, 2026 Legacy and leadership: One Wildcat's journey from mini grants to medical school From founding student clubs to supporting her peers – and researching improved treatment options in health care – Natalie Rawlings has made a lasting impact during her undergraduate years at the U of A.
