Tucson Gem and Mineral Show Attracts Vendors from Around the World
Thousands of gem and mineral enthusiasts from around the world flocked to Tucson this week for the 2012 Tucson Gem and Mineral Show. Lasting from January 26 – February 12, and held at over 40 different locations throughout Tucson, vendors showcased and sold everything from minerals, gems, fossils, beads and even diamonds.
By Emily Kjesbo 01 February 2012 Read Article
Capoeira Mandinga Tucson
Capoeira Mandinga Tucson is a studio at 605 E. Sixth Street, Tucson, Ariz. At the corner of Sixth Street and Second Avenue, head instructor Anne Pollack teaches Capoeira to all ages and skill levels.
By Charles Misra 01 February 2012 Read Article
Arizona celebrates 100 years
This February Arizona celebrates turning 100 and people all over the state are gearing up to pay tribute.
By Hope Jamieson 25 January 2012 Read Article
36th Annual Brazilian Carnaval Celebration
The Brazilian community of Tucson has celebrated Carnaval for 36 years. For one night in February, Brazilians and other Tucsonans put on their costumes, and dance the night away to the rhythms of Brazil.
By Maria Taracena 31 January 2012 Read Article
Film Series Makes Border Stories Personal
The University of Arizona’s Center for Latin American Studies is hosting a Borderlands Community film series with touching stories about immigration. It goes beyond the bigger picture of the dangers of crossing the border and examines some specific and complex situations that immigrants find themselves in.
By Alexandra K. Newman 01 February 2012 Read Article
Soccer: The New Flavor of Tucson Sports
For more than 60 years, through the terms of 10 different presidents, Tucson has had some type of off-season baseball played within its city limits. Before the start of 2011 spring training, all the teams that had been playing in Tucson left. So, what will fill the void?
By Jeff Kessler 01 February 2012 Read Article
Through the Lens of Paul Turounet
His longing to understand migrants' perspectives on their journey, as well as document their personal identities, continues to motivate Turounet to capture and portray undocumented immigrants from Mexico.
By Melissa Guz 01 February 2012 Read Article
Former UA Tennis Player Redirects His Passion for the Game
Former University of Arizona tennis player, Borja Jesus Malo Casado was born in Spain and moved to Chile as a child. Living in Arizona has not only allowed him to enjoy sun and warm weather year-round, but also has enabled him to improve his athletic and professional skills.
By Shannon Maule, Video by Lauren Sokol 01 February 2012 Read Article
Zumba Fitness
Zumba fitness crosses borders by including music from Africa, Latin America and American hip-hop. Routine moves emmulate the regional dances from where they originated. All in one class you may encounter the samba, tango, salsa, belly dancing and flamenco.
By Audrey A. Fitzsimmons 01 February 2012 Read Article
Lolitas seduce Tucson
Japanese culture is sweeping the nation with help from celebrities such as Gwen Stefani, Nicki Minaj and Lady Gaga. But here in Tucson, Lollipop is helping the culture sweep southern Arizona, more specifically the Lolita sect of Japanese culture.
By Lauren Urratio 01 February 2012 Read Article
Students Gain Independence Through Disability Resource Center
The Disability Resource Center at the University of Arizona strives to ease the transition from high school to the college level, said Sherry Santee, physical therapist and safety coordinator.
By Steven Schiraldi 01 February 2012 Read Article
Center for English as a Second Language
By Jamie Turow 25 January 2012 Read Article
The Circus Life
Growing up, Mirela Roza followed her passion of dance, moving from the northeast of Brazil to the south of Brazil where "the dance industry is more developed."
Then, she needed something more to challenge her zeal and excitement for life. At 26, she found her adventure when she was asked to dance in the Ringling Brothers Circus.
By Chelsey Barthel 01 February 2012 Read Article
Pure African Shea Butter Replinshes Dry Skin
In the quest to achieve well-moisturized or tighter looking skin, raw shea butter can be hard to find. This is because pure shea butter is not native to the United States. But Africa's golden gift is now nourishing American skin.
By Rachel Kolinoski 01 February 2012 Read Article
Arizona Centennial Event: Tucson Boys Chorus at San Xavier
Tucson Boys Chorus sang at San Xavier Mission for an Arizona Centennial Event.
By Keith Perfetti 01 February 2012 Read Article
The Border Project: A History on the Divide
The University of Arizona Museum of Art displays artwork from the most prominent contemporary border artists, exploring the historical, cultural and political lifestyles associated with the border.
By Melissa Guz 25 January 2012 Read Article
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By: Alexandra Newman
This blog compares Mexican and American women in terms of their culture's beauty ideals and traditional gender roles.
By: Audrey A. Fitzsimmons
The Southwest boasts of diverse ethnic backgrounds and a wealth of interesting personalities. Border Personalities is dedicated to the people of the Southwest and their stories.
By: Brett Haupt
A visual exploration of America’s last frontier -- pictures and videos from different areas of the wall and fence that separate two different worlds and insight into what really stands between the United States and Mexico, ramifications of wall building and what it means for the average citizen.
By: Charles Misra
Stories about martial arts and combat sports with a cultural twist, all finding a home in America's southwestern borderlands.
Culture CrossingBy: Chelsey Barthel
American borders are crossed every day by cultures of all kind. These stories tell the personal experiences of people from different lands, offering further insight into the difference of cultures.
By: Emily Kjesbo
Spotlighting Mexico’s top travel destinations, as well as a few of its hidden gems.
By: Hope Jamieson
Explore dance throughout the borderlands.
Border PeopleBy: Jamie Turow
Profiles of English language learners.
MLS Soccer comes to the DesertBy: Jeff Kessler
All about the 2012 Desert Diamond Cup, a 10 day exhibition soccer tournament featuring four Major League Soccor teams coming to Tucson.By: Jessica Hoerth
Meet some of the people in Tucson who have made the journey across the border as they share what they came in search of and what struggles they may have encountered along the way.
Border ShotsBy: Keith Perfetti
A photojournalist looks at how other photographers have viewed the border and shoots lesser known spots of the southwest.
By: Lauren Inouye
A look at Mexican and Latin films that reflect culture, politics, and society -- reviews, research and analysis.
By: Lauren Urratio
Fashion and how it is impacted by the border and international cultures.
Border AthletesBy: Lauren Sokol
Meet international student athletes at the University of Arizona, a look at the recruiting process that helped them find a temporary home in the desert, and culture changes that the athletes might have endured.
Public Safety and Crime near the U.S./Mexico Border
By: Lucy Valencia
Public safety along the border and any crime-related issues. A look at issues that occur within the justice system when Mexican and U.S. laws overlap.
A City of Musical DiversityBy: Maria Teracena
Tucson musicians influence and are influenced by the sounds of the world.
The Border ProjectBy: Melissa Guz
"The Border Project" is an art showcase located in the University of Arizona's Museum of Art. It has over 40+ art pieces related to border issues.
Athletics and the BorderBy: Preston Fawcett
Get to know high school coachs and athletes from Arizona border towns or from Mexico and their struggles to get to where they are.
A Mosaic AmericaBy: Rachel Kolinski
"Exploring Diversity one Face at a Time"
Educación en la FronteraBy: Shannon Maule
A look at higher education in regard to those who have and have not been able to travel from various countries to the United States. Stories from people in the higher education world relating to the border.
Music of the BorderBy: Steven Schiraldi
Music reviews of musical works by Mexican or other ethnic artists.
