A message from Dr. Jennifer Barton, interim vice provost for health programs May 2, 2025 As President Suresh Garimella shared in his recent message, the university is taking important steps to strengthen academic integration across colleges. In my new role, I will oversee Health Sciences’ research and administrative functions and work to ensure continuity in our critical clinical partnership with Banner Health. Read more
Image College of Medicine – Tucson’s Savir-Baruch receives service award Today U of A Health Sciences Office of Communications Read more
Arizona health officials monitoring cruise passenger for possible hantavirus exposure; experts say public risk is low May 8, 2026 KOLD-TV/KMSB-TV (Tucson, AZ)
Image 4 from U of A honored as 2026 Fab 50 Tucson nurses May 8, 2026 Awardees were chosen by their peers for being role models and mentors, demonstrating concern for humanity and contributing to the community and the profession of nursing. Read more
Image College of Medicine – Tucson undergrad will be recognized at U of A Commencement May 7, 2026 Grant Palmer to be honored with Provost Award, which goes to an outstanding graduating student who transferred to the university from an Arizona community college. Read more
RFK Jr. clears path for minors' use of tanning beds, much to the dismay of dermatologists May 6, 2026 Los Angeles Times
Image U of A Health Sciences colleges climb in national Blue Ridge rankings May 6, 2026 Bolstered by $18.6 million in federal grants, the R. Ken Coit College of Pharmacy maintained its elite No. 4 national position while anchoring a university wide surge in research support. Read more
