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January 2024

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'Create Your Own Path,' ABOR Chair-Elect Urges Graduates

Sharing her own journey from first-generation college student to Southern Arizona business leader, Cecilia Mata inspires Wildcat Engineers at the 2023 winter convocation.
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The Big Reveal: UA Engineering’s Top News Picks of 2023

Ten (plus one) stories represent a banner year at the University of Arizona for serving humanity through engineering.
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Money Names UA Engineering a Top-Value Grad Program

A 100% job placement rate and nearly three-digit starting salaries earned the college high marks in the magazine’s inaugural rankings for graduate degree offerings.

Endowed Chairs Draw Strong Leadership to the College

Funded by alumni and friends of the school, endowed positions ensure top talent for critical roles.
Students group around a table holding solar trackers

Expanded Solar Track Meet Among Early Events in Four-Year Design Program

Salt River Project contributes expertise and funding for hands-on, first-year student project.
Gerardo Figueroa poses in a brick archway

Biomedical Engineering PhD Student Earns 2023 UA Centennial Award

Gerardo Figueroa is on a personal mission to show Hispanic youth the values of STEM education and guide the families of first-generation college students.
Ming Li poses outdoors

IEEE Selects ECE Associate Professor for Elite Fellowship

World’s largest technical professional society recognizes the University of Arizona’s Ming Li for his lasting contributions to information and network security.