GETTING AROUND CAMPUS

The Office of University Communications distributes media parking passes to reporters covering news on the University of Arizona campus. Passes allow reporters to park in any regularly marked space, visitor pay lot or metered space on campus. The passes cannot be used for personal campus visits. To request a temporary or annual media parking pass, email Nick Prevenas at nprevenas@arizona.edu.

Campus Map , Campus Map: Parking

TAKING PHOTOS/VIDEO ON CAMPUS

News organizations can shoot photos or video in public areas on campus. Media access to university buildings, the campus mall and any other locked area is coordinated through the Office of University Relations, Communications.

Filming/taping for commercial purposes, such as television programs, movies and advertisements, must be approved in advance. Approval of filming will require a written agreement with the university and appropriate insurance. No use of U of A trademarks or service marks is permitted without advance written approval.

Contact Pila Martinez at 520-626-4348 or pila@arizona.edu to coordinate any commercial filming/taping on campus.

View the release forms (English and Spanish versions) on the Rights and Releases page.

BROADCAST FACILITIES AND SERVICES

The University of Arizona is equipped with an on-campus television studio with satellite uplink capacity, which can be used for remote television interviews.

A radio studio with an ISDN phone line allows for broadcast-quality radio interviews.

Access to these facilities is available for a fee, schedule permitting. For more information, call Arizona Public Media at 520-621-5828.

PUBLIC RECORDS

Visit the university's Public Records page for more information on how to submit a Freedom of Information Act request.

CAMPUS USE

The Campus Use Policy provides guidance and expectations to the university community regarding freedom of speech and freedom of expression activities within public forums while preserving public health, safety and welfare; the normal business uses of the campus; and the rights of others to legitimately and lawfully use and enjoy the campus.

As one of the nation's top universities in protecting free speech, the University of Arizona encourages open and civil discussion and the exchange of all viewpoints, guided by the university's core values, which include compassion and integrity. The Dean of Students Office is available to assist and serve as a resource for First Amendment activities on campus.

The U of A adopted the Chicago Principles regarding freedom of expression and has proudly earned a "green" rating from the Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression (FIRE) since 2018.

The U of A upholds its commitment to the constitutional rights of freedom of speech and freedom of expression for all students, faculty and staff while ensuring that everyone's words and actions remain civil and in accordance with university policies.

Read more about the Campus Use Policy.

BOILERPLATE

Established in 1885, the University of Arizona is the state's flagship, land-grant institution. The U of A ranks among America's top institutions, focusing on student access and success while driving a $1 billion research enterprise and engaging communities throughout the state, nation and world. As a leading Research 1 institution and member of the Association of American Universities, the U of A advances the frontiers of interdisciplinary scholarship and entrepreneurial partnerships. With two accredited medical schools, designation as a Hispanic-Serving Institution by the U.S. Department of Education, recognition as a premier university for service members, distinguished programs in management information systems, planetary sciences, dance, photography, and public and applied humanities, the U of A offers the world to its students while uplifting Arizona.

University of Arizona Land Acknowledgement