Science fiction of the plague and why we need it

By Amber Soland | 05/12/2020 4:16pm

In the past month, there has been a resurgence in the consumption of plague stories and apocalyptic fiction. Pandemic films like “Contagion” and Netflix’s “Outbreak” have risen to particular prominence according to Business Insider, as well as Emily St. John Mandel’s novel “Station Eleven.” Being older works, the revival of these stories during the time of COVID-19 begs the question of why people turn to such stories now. What can these stories teach us?

Students share thoughts on commencement amidst pandemic

By Diana Ramos | 05/11/2020 6:26pm

The University of Arizona's graduation ceremony was canceled on March 20 after President C. Robbins shut down campus events in wake of COVID-19. One of the most memorable moments for a college student was taken away, so how are seniors feeling? How are they dealing with the situation?

UA's new Student Emergency Fund to aid financially struggling students

By Jake Toole | 05/11/2020 6:15pm

The University of Arizona Dean of Student’s Office created the new Student Emergency Fund to help students who are being impacted by the coronavirus pandemic. 

Face-to-Face: The duty of the mid-pandemic professor

By Isabella Barron | 05/11/2020 7:18pm

It wasn't an easy transition, but professors intensely dedicated to the education of their students at home and abroad found ways to curve the strangeness of online instruction.

UA President Robbins announces in-person classes fall 2020

By Sam Burdette | 05/05/2020 6:29pm

University of Arizona President Dr. Robert C. Robbins announced that classes will be returning to in-person sessions this fall at a press conference in the Cole and Jeannie Davis Sports Center at 11 a.m. Thursday. 

UA Financial Sustainability Emergency Response Taskforce implemented in response to COVID-19

By Maggie Rockwell | 04/30/2020 3:36pm

President Robbins has implemented a new taskforce in response to the COVID-19 pandemic’s effects on the university and its future, the Financial Sustainability Emergency Response Taskforce.

Arizona students request lower tuition at ABOR public hearing

By Priya Jandu | 04/28/2020 10:09pm

A number of Arizona students requested for tuition to be lowered in light of the COVID-19 pandemic at the Arizona Board of Regents public hearing Monday, April 27. 

Students spark Club Penguin resurgence during COVID-19

By Katie Beauford | 04/27/2020 1:02pm

In the era of online classrooms and shelter at home orders, University of Arizona students are having to adjust to having nearly no in-person interaction with their friends and peers. For one group of Wildcats, the best way they’ve found to spend time together has been playing together in the online multiplayer world of Club Penguin. 

COVID-19 death rate potentially lower, disproportionately affects minority groups

By Amit Syal | 04/26/2020 11:33am

The past few weeks have seen an increasing number of developments regarding COVID-19. What started out as a disease limited to one country has made its way to at least 185 countries around the globe. As of April 26, the U.S. has nearly 1 million confirmed cases of COVID-19 alongside 55,000 confirmed deaths.

Incarcerated artists adapt to changes amidst cancellations

By Ella McCarville | 04/24/2020 5:16pm

The University of Arizona Museum of Art and Prison Education Project’s exhibition “HobbyCraft” and the UA Poetry Centers “Free Time: Building a Community of Mentors for Incarcerated Writers” were both halted in the midst of mass cancellations.

Tips for remote working from the Student Engagement & Career Development Center

By Contributors: Addison Berger, Angela Chang, Abril Chavez, Morgan Evans, Jeremiah Isely, Brad Krakowitz and Edited by Amanda Harrell | 04/24/2020 1:50am

Career Support: Tips for Students (or Anyone!) Working Remotely Finding creative ways to work from home can be a challenge. While there are numerous articles about working remotely, few feature best practices for college students. Many students are not just working online, they’re also taking online classes. In addition, they’re sometimes facing other new challenges like working out of their childhood home or with multiple roommates.

Coronavirus and gentrification on Fourth Avenue

By Ella McCarville | 04/23/2020 6:17pm

The financial difficulties spurred by the coronavirus outbreak could hasten changes to University of Arizona student hotspot Fourth Avenue. Small businesses, the driving force behind Historic Fourth Avenue, face challenges ranging from closures to construction projects like the new 13 story residential development from Opus Development.

University of Arizona organization adapts to being online

By Katie Beauford | 04/20/2020 7:16pm

Since the UA announced that classes, clubs and work were to move online, FASA has been hosting general meetings and executive board member meetings via Zoom. 

Tucson restaurants feed the community through tough times

By Isabella Barron | 04/21/2020 1:51pm

Arizona is approaching three weeks of stay at home orders, implemented by Governor Doug Ducey on March 31. Though the orders given by Ducey and Tucson Mayor Regina Romero three weeks ago certainly projected trouble for "non-essential businesses," and some local restaurants have shifted to focus on giving back to the community in these troubling times.

Students share what are they doing with their free time

By Diana Ramos | 04/20/2020 6:08pm

With college campuses across the country closing in response to COVID-19, University of Arizona students are joining so many others in the transition to online school. But what are students doing with their newfound free time?

Interview with President Robbins: Decision to consolidate dorm residents

By Daily Wildcat | 04/20/2020 7:17pm

A few members of the Daily Wildcat executive board interviewed University of Arizona President Dr. Robert C. Robbins on April 3 about the UA's response to COVID-19 and plans for the future as this pandemic persists. This video discusses dorm consolidation.

UA President Robbins announces employee furlough, budget cuts in email

By Quincy Sinek | 04/20/2020 6:53pm

In an email sent out to University of Arizona students and staff, President Robert C. Robbins announced furlough for employees and cuts made to the budget to make up for the estimated $66 million loss for this fiscal year.

Guest Letter: Coping with COVID-19

By Lauren Salgado | 04/16/2020 12:05am

With news outlets constantly reporting on the coronavirus and it being everything everyone’s been talking about, I was already taking this virus seriously.

UA theater cancellations lead students to build mask-making coalition

By Isabella Barron | 04/12/2020 6:57pm

It has been consistently reported that as a result of the coronavirus pandemic, there has been a great shortage and need for face masks. A group of theater students and costume makers have teamed up to make masks for health workers across Tucson.