The University of Arizona (UA) is a public land-grant research university in Tucson, Arizona. Founded in 1885 by the 13th Arizona Territorial Legislature, it was the first university in the Arizona Territory. The university is classified among "R1: Doctoral Universities Very High Research Activity". The University of Arizona is one of three universities governed by the Arizona Board of Regents. As of 2021, the university enrolled 49,471 students in 19 separate colleges/schools, including the University of Arizona College of Medicine in Tucson and Phoenix and the James E. Rogers College of Law, and is affiliated with two academic medical centers (Banner University Medical Center Tucson and Banner University Medical Center Phoenix). In 2021, University of Arizona acquired Ashford University.
The University of Arizona in Tucson offers a dynamic Latin American Studies program providing an interdisciplinary exploration of Latin America and U.S. Latinx communities. Students delve into the region's rich histories, diverse cultures, complex politics, and societal structures across Mexico, Central America, South America, and the Caribbean. The program emphasizes developing critical thinking and cultural sensitivity, preparing graduates for a wide range of careers in fields like government, business, education, and non-profits. With distinguished faculty expertise spanning various disciplines and unique opportunities for fieldwork and study abroad, the department fosters a supportive environment for both undergraduate and graduate students seeking a deep understanding of this vital region.
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