Winter 2012

THE MAGAZINE OF THE UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONA ALUMNI ASSOCIATION

Algebra Ready

Algebra Ready

The Helios Education Foundation and the College of Education Prepare Teachers to Improve Student Success in Math

Angle On: Joan Timeche

Angle On: Joan Timeche

“Storytelling provides hope.”

Big Ideas

Big Ideas

A culture of creativity and collaboration at the University of Arizona leads to innovation and inventions that shape our modern world.

Civil Rights Restoration

Civil Rights Restoration

Tucson’s new mayor, Jonathan Rothschild, has longtime ties to the University as an adjunct professor in the UA James E. Rogers College of Law, where he created a civil rights clinic that combines volunteerism with hands-on education for law students.

Dreaming of Roses

Dreaming of Roses

Will a mountaineer be the answer to every Wildcat’s bowl-game fantasy?

Is Occupy Wall Street writing a new, lasting chapter in American activism

Is Occupy Wall Street writing a new, lasting chapter in American activism

UA experts share their views about Occupy Wall Street’s historical imperative, the social media revolution, and ethical standards.

Kenyan Phenom

Kenyan Phenom

He became the first Wildcat to win the national title since Martin Keino accomplished the feat in 1994.

Modern Tech Geek

Modern Tech Geek

Do social media and electronic opinions influence decision making in college sports?

The Buried Past

The Buried Past

Operation Cerberus agents needed help identifying stolen pieces.  They called the Arizona State Museum.