university of arizona: Tucson's Birthday Party 2009 - and Dedication Event of 4th Avenue Underpass Downtown - 08/29/09 04:39 PM
Tucson's Birthday Party 2009 - and Dedication Event of 4th Avenue Underpass Downtown
A week ago, Tucson celebrated its 234th birthday with a party to rededicate the underpass that links the University of Arizona & 4th Avenue with Congress Street & Downtown Tucson.  Here is a video slideshow of photos from … (6 comments)

university of arizona: A Brilliant Idea for Tucson/U of Arizona Collaboration Downtown - 08/26/09 08:06 PM
Yesterday, I was at a brown-bag think session with members of the Tucson Downtown Partnership, Metropolitan Pima Alliance and Southern Arizona Home Builders Association.  What we were learning about was a draft proposal for invigorating Tucson's core that the Downtown Partnership is working on - which is very impressive & well … (2 comments)

university of arizona: I've Been Neglecting AR - But I've Got A Note From....Aww Its Just An Excuse - 08/04/09 10:53 PM
Well folks...I've been neglecting my friends & my blog on ActiveRain - and it isn't a smart thing.  Neither in the realm of friendship nor business-wise.
It is easy to get caught up in the excuses:  "...but I've been doing this! ...had to do that instead! ...my dog ate my computer!" … (8 comments)

university of arizona: What's REALLY Going On In The University of Arizona Area Real Estate Market? - 07/20/09 11:58 PM
What's the market like?  How are sales?  What are prices doing? Here are some answers for you:
In the chart below are 7 different analysis metrics to help you get a picture of how the flow of the real estate market is going.  This chart is for the 85719 Zip Code … (3 comments)

university of arizona: Sam Hughes Restaurant - Championship Dining - 04/19/09 10:33 PM
One of the benefits of living in Sam Hughes neighborhood in Tucson is that there are an incredible array of places to eat and have a little fun.

Located on the corner of Campbell Avenue & 6th Street, in the Sam Hughes Place shopping center, Championship Dining is a great … (6 comments)

university of arizona: University of Arizona School of Architecture & Landscape Design Garners National Prominence - 02/06/09 12:45 AM
Art.
Architecture.  Arizona.
The Desert.  Shape, form, function.
Stunning views, the harmony of life & habitat.
Elegance, comfort and making best use of the world that surrounds a location.
 
 
For years, decades even, architects have found inspiration in the desert beauty of Arizona.  Names like Frank Lloyd Wright, Paolo … (3 comments)

university of arizona: Eller College of Management at University of Arizona Ranked Among Best In World - 02/05/09 10:32 PM
One of the things that Tucson is most proud of is its educational opportunities & offerings.  We've got highly competitive public schools (including BASIS Charter - consistently one of the nation's best ranked), highly selective private schools & specialized academies, Pima Community College - one of the largest in the west, … (3 comments)

university of arizona: 3D TV? Holography? U of Arizona Optical Lab May Be The Center of The Universe In Field - 02/01/09 11:40 PM
Remember watching the holograph of Princess Leia in the first Star Wars movie?  Think it'd be pretty cool to watch the Super Bowl in 3D (and not have to wear those funky, annoying glasses)?  It may be a reality sooner than you think.
In stories reported by the Arizona Daily Star … (3 comments)

university of arizona: Downtown Tucson & The Old Presidio - Modernity & History Side By Side - 10/24/08 11:10 PM
Tucson, Arizona...one of America's oldest continuously inhabited cities.  We like to celebrate the new, the modern and thrive on the cutting edge of aerospace.  One of the world's best equipped optics labs is the newest jewel of the campus at University of Arizona.  The stunning achievement of a city at the … (2 comments)

university of arizona: About Sam Hughes Neighborhood In Tucson - 08/11/08 10:43 PM
Sam Hughes is one of those "magical" neighborhoods one finds in some cities that blends a mix of architectural styles, a diverse population of students, professionals and families, seniors, small shops & businesses into an eclectic blend that is greater than the sum of its parts. The neighborhood is bigger than … (0 comments)

university of arizona: Getting To Know Tucson & The Area Around It - 07/11/08 03:14 PM
In my everyday business, a great deal of the people I come in contact with only know Tucson from the recommendation of friends, by reputation or a vacation long ago.  Some people have never had the opportunity to come to "The Old Pueblo," and it is a challenge to give them … (3 comments)

university of arizona: Mars Lander Party In Tucson Saturday Night--Open To Public! - 05/21/08 11:09 PM
To most people, the words Tucson and space exploration don't necessarily go together.  Nevertheless, the University of Arizona and Tucson have a rich history of contribution to NASA and the field of space exploration that dates to the 1960s.                                                                                                               (NASA Artist Rendering)
Memorial Weekend, the Phoenix Mars Mission is scheduled to land … (2 comments)

university of arizona: Spring Inspiration & Positive Views: The Time of Re- Tucson - 04/17/08 12:28 AM
Springtime is a time of re-          Re-birth, Re-flection, Re-dedication and Re-cognizing what is good in our world. 
The opportunity to re-examine our perspective and the way we view our surroundings can bring a sense of serenity if one just takes a moment to explore beyond the surface level.  Living in the Tucson … (9 comments)

university of arizona: Sam Hughes Neighborhood Sales Analysis Over 15 Years (1992-2007) - 04/14/08 12:40 AM
     
The Sam Hughes Neighborhood in Tucson, Arizona is one of the city's most desirable areas.  The combination of location:  right across from the University of Arizona, and historic homes makes for a solid real estate investment.  The mix of professionals, families and U of A students nurtures a dynamic … (4 comments)

university of arizona: Local Expert: U of A Spring Fling - The Largest Student-Run Carnival In The U.S! - 04/12/08 11:55 PM
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Spring Fling isn't your stereotypical college Spring Break event.  In fact, there isn't even any beer (what?).  Spring Fling is organized and run by the students of Univerisity of Arizona as a fundraiser for different clubs, groups, sororities and fraternities:  in its 34-year history, Spring Fling … (4 comments)

university of arizona: How's The Groundwater?? 2 Tools To Check It Easily - 03/14/08 10:23 AM
Headlines scream about water conditions in the west on a regular basis, but what can we actually find out about it?
Trying to get information on groundwater trends can be a real exercise in patience, dealing with dead ends and "I dunno" answers...even when people are sincerely trying to help, the information can be … (4 comments)

university of arizona: Sam Hughes History & Elegance--Entertainer's Delight! - 02/13/08 10:09 AM
Luxurious Appointments In Tucson's Sam Hughes NeighborhoodBuilt in 1937, this home is located in the Historic Sam Hughes Neighborhood, east of the University of Arizona.
Enjoy the elegance of a formal dining room and living room accented with hardwood floors.
 
Updated & Well-appointed kitchen features granite with tile inlaid backsplash, oak cabinets … (3 comments)

 
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