University of Arizona
University of Arizona
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Whether we are orbiting an asteroid or determining how we feed 9 billion people, Arizona Wildcats are continually looking to explore, experiment and expand. The campus is home to a variety of attractions to fill your day. From living laboratories to world-class fine art to cultural attractions there is something for everyone. We also have free, public tours available during academic year. See, play, explore, Arizona. Visit our website for more information: http://visitorcenter.arizona.edu/
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montanapescado
Albuquerque, NM1,475 contributions
Mar 2023 • Couples
This campus really doesn't stand out in any particular way. Like most campuses, it's not really a travel destination. There are some facilities (campus museums) open to the public, but not really worth the hassel of getting there and parking.
Written March 24, 2023
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1ladyA
Rosemont, PA33 contributions
Apr 2020
We flew to Arizona doing Covid 19... The children and I had it book so we figured no one is flying, and the school maybe closed but we still wanted to go and we did.. I must say the Campus is gorgeous but huge. We love the landscape mountain views from all angles stunning. we can't wait to come back and visit when they open to get a overall view.. the area where the campus is it's very quaint . We enjoyed our time visiting this awesome campus
Written April 23, 2020
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Robby G C
Toronto, Canada81,657 contributions
Mar 2020
We were enjoying the University of Arizona. We were walking and enjoying the views.
There were many plants and cacti.
We could not be lost. There were indications where we want to go.
There was also street car as well.
I liked the statue of lions on the campus. Wow It roars.
The buildings were very attractive.
There were many plants and cacti.
We could not be lost. There were indications where we want to go.
There was also street car as well.
I liked the statue of lions on the campus. Wow It roars.
The buildings were very attractive.
Written August 8, 2020
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Walida Gill
Tucson, AZ8 contributions
Jul 2022 • Family
I love to hangout at the U of A a lot. It's a great place to chill and relax with family or by myself. There're have the restaurants and café to hangout. I really love to hangout at Starbucks and then walk around the U of A park.
Written July 7, 2022
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Bob S
Ontario, NY23 contributions
Feb 2015 • Family
Arizona University Mirror lab is world class state of the art production facility. We took the lab tour and lecture. It was highly educational and ground breaking. Highly recommend this tour open to the public.
Written February 11, 2015
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lattejr
Los Angeles, CA107 contributions
Mar 2017
My son is a junior in high school and really enjoyed the special 9-3 day planned by UA for prospective students.
It began with continental breakfast which was great, and the intro session was informative and enthusiastic. I love this school's spirit! I went to UCLA and we are from LA which is so huge and sprawling, and it really impressed us to see so many students and the town so in love with this university.
We went to two morning information sessions-science and the undecided/exploratory major.
I loved how the presenter reframed the idea of an undecided major being a time of exploration rather than indecision. She was excellent and really put my son at ease with actually feeling like there were more options than he realized.
The science at this school is really incredible. The presentation was fascinating and Erin's enthusiasm is contagious. It is no wonder that this program is as great as it is!
Our tour guide, Kyle, was fantastic. He made a 90 min tour fly by with his anecdotes and jokes and apparent love of UA.
I am so grateful, really, to UA for making this a truly great and fun and actually enjoyable experience. My son and i had a fantastic time and he definitely will be applying.
BEAR DOWN
It began with continental breakfast which was great, and the intro session was informative and enthusiastic. I love this school's spirit! I went to UCLA and we are from LA which is so huge and sprawling, and it really impressed us to see so many students and the town so in love with this university.
We went to two morning information sessions-science and the undecided/exploratory major.
I loved how the presenter reframed the idea of an undecided major being a time of exploration rather than indecision. She was excellent and really put my son at ease with actually feeling like there were more options than he realized.
The science at this school is really incredible. The presentation was fascinating and Erin's enthusiasm is contagious. It is no wonder that this program is as great as it is!
Our tour guide, Kyle, was fantastic. He made a 90 min tour fly by with his anecdotes and jokes and apparent love of UA.
I am so grateful, really, to UA for making this a truly great and fun and actually enjoyable experience. My son and i had a fantastic time and he definitely will be applying.
BEAR DOWN
Written March 26, 2017
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Daniel I
Orange County, CA71 contributions
Aug 2017 • Family
Took my daughter on a campus tour - I recommend it. Very good "feel" to the campus. Our tour guide (Ty) was enthusiastic and entertaining. I wish we could have seen more, but it's only a 90 min tour. I hope Ty gets the t-shirt canon of his dreams.
Written August 14, 2017
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Dollydc
Chandigarh, India39 contributions
Jun 2015
Great education centre for international students . University offers a wide variety of courses. Fitness centre is a bonus
Written September 5, 2015
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DavidCardy
NWUSA58 contributions
Dec 2014 • Friends
The University of Arizona is known for many things, especially sports (the basketball, football's Desert Swarm, and a whole street called "National Championship Avenue) but I think the campus itself is unique. A lot of it is old but it's definitely not ivy-covered. Like most of Tucson UA has a lived-in patina, sort of a stately dustiness that's unique. Of course there are lots of new buildings (including the student union, several classroom buildings, and a stadium extension) but the center of campus is Old Main, the original building from the 1880s. Surrounded by palm trees it's classic Arizona and entirely appropriate. Don't miss the bell from the USS Arizona. And the basketball arena with a roof made of burnished copper? Unique.
Written January 10, 2015
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Rumples
Tucson, AZ11,741 contributions
May 2014 • Solo
At first glance, the university (total student enrollment of about 40,000) looks like a huge cluster of red-brick buildings with little to offer a Tucson visitor. Yet it holds a modest, but excellent fine arts museum; the outstanding Arizona State Museum with its focus on the peoples of the American Southwest and Northern Mexico; a tiny planetarium; the Center for Creative Photography; eateries, including Starbucks; and much, much more. Its grounds include a grassy mall, desert landscaping, beautiful flowers and an olive grove. I find it fun simply to walk around the big campus.
As a long-time Tucson resident, who lives a block from the UA, I am especially drawn to the UA bookstore, because of all its nonacademic offerings, such as recently published novels and nonfiction books on the Southwest. I think many tourists would find the T-shirts, hoodies, shorts, etc, emblazoned with the UA logo, to be nice gifts for the folks back home.
For those planning a trip to Tucson, I suggest looking at the UA Centennial Hall schedule to see if there will be a performance of interest during your stay. World-class entertainers appear in the hall during the academic year. The School of Music may also beckon with a faculty or graduate student recital or concert. Actually, there are almost endless possibilities, including athletic events.
Just about all the streets in the vicinity of the UA require residential parking permits. But there are many parking garages available for university visitors.
As a long-time Tucson resident, who lives a block from the UA, I am especially drawn to the UA bookstore, because of all its nonacademic offerings, such as recently published novels and nonfiction books on the Southwest. I think many tourists would find the T-shirts, hoodies, shorts, etc, emblazoned with the UA logo, to be nice gifts for the folks back home.
For those planning a trip to Tucson, I suggest looking at the UA Centennial Hall schedule to see if there will be a performance of interest during your stay. World-class entertainers appear in the hall during the academic year. The School of Music may also beckon with a faculty or graduate student recital or concert. Actually, there are almost endless possibilities, including athletic events.
Just about all the streets in the vicinity of the UA require residential parking permits. But there are many parking garages available for university visitors.
Written August 5, 2014
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I am going to a U of A football game, but parking information isn't really good. I am not opposed to paying, but would rather have a shuttle than walk a lot. I don't need to tailgate. Any good options out there?
Written September 4, 2019
There are many parking structures on the campus and a few just off campus with a short walk.
Written September 6, 2019
What is a nice neighborhood or neighborhoods near the University what I could purchase a townhouse that could be rented to students?
Written April 18, 2019
We lived for years in Tucson; I was at UA for six years. I happens that my BEST friend is a retires real estate broker. She can point you in the right direction! It's easy to make a mistake there in real estate when you have a specific thing in mind. Carol Garr, carol at garden hyphen realty period com 520-883-4444
Written April 18, 2019
Is there a an area with shopping/restaurants that you can walk to from campus?
Written December 27, 2017
Yes, particularly on the west side of campus. This is the oldest part of the UA, and there are a number of eating places and shops there (it's called the University Square area). The AZ Hstorical Society (museum) and the Arizona State Museum (natural history) are both located in that area, too.
Written December 27, 2017
Hello: Yes there is a fee for parking. Some Parking lots are free during the weekends and/ or if any special function is going on campus. The students buy their Parking Lot Tickets each semester.
Written August 1, 2015
How much is the Sunday brunch?
Thanks.
Written February 19, 2015
The brunch is called the Bon Voyage Brunch which is held on the Saturday before school starts. If this is what you are asking, then the cost in 2014 was $20 pp. If this is not what you are looking for, then you can visit the University's website and search under Parent and Family for information on a Sunday brunch (which I do not know what that would be for). I hope this information helps you and good luck.
Written February 19, 2015
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