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Researchers have found that the bees, which cut bits of leaves for their nests, prefer leaves that harbor the common mold Aspergillus, which may help enhance the insects' health and survival.

One of the most rewarding things about a career in veterinary medicine is "seeing how animals affect people's lives," says Jeremy Bessett, who will be among the first students to graduate from the UArizona College of Veterinary Medicine.

UArizona is one of four universities chosen to host the U.S. Department of Defense's new Defense Civilian Training Corps program, designed to prepare college students for civilian careers with the DOD.

Faculty members in the Department of History developed new educational content for the video game Age of Empires IV. Current and future students can earn credit toward their degrees when they interact with the material.

UArizona history faculty members developed educational content for the popular strategy game. Engaging with the content can earn current and future UArizona students one hour of academic credit.

Sidecar Learning, an e-learning platform, is offering free licenses to all U.S. higher education institutions through May. The company uses software developed at the University of Arizona.

With an 18-spot jump from last year and a 70-spot increase from the university's inaugural appearance in 2017, Arizona Online is one of the nation's fastest-rising universities in the rankings.

The University of Arizona placed in the top 20 among U.S. public universities in physical and life sciences in the newest subject rankings from Times Higher Education.

The University of Arizona's social sciences placed No. 32 in the U.S. and No. 16 among all U.S. public institutions in Times Higher Education's World University Rankings 2020 By Subject.

The 360 Initiative is intended to meet students' financial, emotional and academic needs. Donors have already made $21 million in gifts for the 360 Initiative.