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Arizona Team Finds Oldest Quasar in the Universe
InnovationJul 8

Arizona Team Finds Oldest Quasar in the Universe

Scientists discovered a quasar from when the universe was just 670 million years old, the oldest ever found. Arizona researchers and telescopes helped spot 31 new quasars that could rewrite our understanding of how massive black holes formed.

Google News - Researchers Find2 min read
University of Arizona Celebrates 10,000 Graduates in 2026
Community HeroesMay 20

University of Arizona Celebrates 10,000 Graduates in 2026

The University of Arizona conferred 10,000 degrees to students from across the globe, marking a milestone celebration of achievement and hope. More than 30,000 friends and family members gathered to witness the transformative moment.

Google News - Graduation Success2 min read
University of Arizona Honors 7 Exceptional Graduates
Daily MixMay 1

University of Arizona Honors 7 Exceptional Graduates

Seven University of Arizona seniors are being recognized at commencement for turning personal challenges into powerful commitments to serve others. From a rural EMT with a 4.0 GPA to a first-generation student who worked full-time through high school, these graduates prove determination creates opportunity.

Google News - Student Achievement2 min read
Arizona Researchers Help NASA Return Humans to the Moon
InnovationApr 30

Arizona Researchers Help NASA Return Humans to the Moon

After the successful Artemis II mission, Arizona State University scientists are already preparing for humanity's next giant leap: landing astronauts on the Moon in 2027. From training crews in lunar-like desert craters to guiding missions from Earth, Arizona is helping write the next chapter of space exploration.

Google: space mission success3 min read
University of Arizona Turns Research Into $3.3B in New Companies
InnovationApr 25

University of Arizona Turns Research Into $3.3B in New Companies

A program at the University of Arizona has helped scientists transform breakthrough discoveries into real companies, generating $3.3 billion in economic impact and thousands of jobs. Researchers developing treatments for Alzheimer's and sustainable energy storage are finally getting their life-saving inventions to the people who need them most.

Google News - Researchers Find3 min read
Arizona Teens Win State Finance Title, Head to Nationals
SportsJun 5

Arizona Teens Win State Finance Title, Head to Nationals

Three 17-year-olds from Hamilton High School just won Arizona's personal finance championship and represented their state at nationals. Their secret? Years of real-world practice with stocks and investing.

Google News - Championship Win2 min read
ASU Police Test Electric Trucks in Blazing Arizona Heat
InnovationFeb 21

ASU Police Test Electric Trucks in Blazing Arizona Heat

Arizona State University police are putting two electric patrol trucks through a six-month trial to see if EVs can handle the demanding reality of 24/7 law enforcement in extreme heat. The results could reshape police fleets nationwide.

Google News - Electric Vehicle3 min read
Arizona School Soars 25 Points Above State Test Averages
Acts of KindnessFeb 26

Arizona School Soars 25 Points Above State Test Averages

Desert View Academy in Yuma is crushing state averages in every subject, with more than half of students reaching proficiency in math, reading, and science. Arizona's education chief just honored the school with a top achievement award.

Google News - Student Achievement2 min read
Arizona Kids Invent Solutions to Help Pets and Planet
InnovationApr 1

Arizona Kids Invent Solutions to Help Pets and Planet

Over 5,700 Arizona students turned everyday frustrations into real inventions this year, from cat toys to robotic trash collectors. Their creations competed at Arizona State University in a statewide contest teaching kids to think like entrepreneurs.

Google News - School Innovation2 min read
Arizona's First Tech Week Showcases Student Innovation
InnovationApr 4

Arizona's First Tech Week Showcases Student Innovation

Arizona State University students will pitch breakthrough technology projects to investors and industry leaders during the state's inaugural AZ Tech Week, featuring over 300 events connecting Arizona's booming tech community. From game design demos to drone exhibitions, the April 6-12 celebration puts student innovation front and center.

Google News - School Innovation3 min read
GCU Golfer Alexis Vakasiuola Wins Arizona Amateur Title
SportsJul 3

GCU Golfer Alexis Vakasiuola Wins Arizona Amateur Title

Grand Canyon University sophomore Alexis Vakasiuola sank a 10-foot putt to win the Arizona Amateur Women's Championship, earning her spot at the prestigious U.S. Women's Amateur Championship. After finishing just one stroke short last year, the San Tan Valley native returned to claim victory and represent her home state on the national stage.

Google News - Championship Win2 min read
S.C. State Flag Flies Over State House for First Time
SportsJan 22

S.C. State Flag Flies Over State House for First Time

South Carolina State University's championship victory earned more than a trophy—it made history. For the first time ever, an HBCU flag now flies over the State House dome.

Google News - Championship Win2 min read
New Faith-Based University Opens in Nigeria
SolutionsFeb 4

New Faith-Based University Opens in Nigeria

Religious and government leaders will launch Minaret University in Osun State this week, marking a milestone in interfaith education. The Ahmadiyya Muslim Community's new institution welcomed Nigeria's sultan, a traditional king, and the state governor for its historic first day.

Vanguard Nigeria2 min read
Savannah State Honors 1,800 Students for Academic Excellence
Global NewsApr 11

Savannah State Honors 1,800 Students for Academic Excellence

More than 1,800 Savannah State University students were celebrated for achieving a 3.0 GPA or higher at the school's April Honors Convocation. The ceremony recognized everything from Dean's List achievers to the university's top academic representative for Georgia's university system.

Google News - Student Achievement2 min read
Angelo State Students Beat Major Universities at National Contest
InnovationMar 13

Angelo State Students Beat Major Universities at National Contest

A small Texas university just proved that big ideas don't require big campuses. Angelo State students defeated teams from schools ten times their size at a national innovation competition.

Google News - School Innovation2 min read
Arizona Smashes Solar Record With 2 Gigawatts in 2025
Planet WinsMar 12

Arizona Smashes Solar Record With 2 Gigawatts in 2025

Arizona installed nearly 2 gigawatts of solar power in 2025, shattering previous records and bringing the state's total capacity to 11.5 gigawatts. The sunny state now leads the nation in solar growth while other states saw installations decline.

Google News - Solar Power Record2 min read
Nigeria's Enugu State Plans AI University for Global Jobs
InnovationApr 16

Nigeria's Enugu State Plans AI University for Global Jobs

A Nigerian state is building an AI university designed to train students for high-paying global tech jobs without leaving home. The ambitious project aims to transform talented graduates into digital exports earning international salaries.

TechCabal3 min read
ASU Sweethearts Build Award-Winning Winery 40 Years Later
InnovationMar 24

ASU Sweethearts Build Award-Winning Winery 40 Years Later

A couple who met at Arizona State University in 1986 turned their college romance into a thriving California winery that now ships quality, affordable wine to all 50 states and 15 countries. Their secret? Lessons learned in the Arizona desert and a dream to make great wine accessible to everyone.

Google News - School Innovation3 min read
Bemidji State Students Share Research at Annual Conference
VideosApr 10

Bemidji State Students Share Research at Annual Conference

Over 80 students at Bemidji State University presented months of research to the public, showing how small universities offer big opportunities. Their projects ranged from memory science to real-world marketing, all aimed at solving everyday problems.

Google News - Student Achievement2 min read
SC State Flag Flies Over Statehouse After Championship Win
SportsJan 22

SC State Flag Flies Over Statehouse After Championship Win

For the first time in South Carolina history, a historically black college's flag is flying over the State House dome. South Carolina State University earned the honor after winning the HBCU national championship in a thrilling four-overtime victory.

Google News - Championship Win2 min read

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