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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

FC Tucson LogoFor 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

The Center for English as a Second Language (CESL) is the only nationally accredited intensive English program in Arizona. CESL provides a comprehensive curriculum to students from over 95 countries around the world. 

 

By Jamie Turow 25 January 2012 Read Article

The Circus Life

PhotobucketGrowing 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

An actual shea butter nut shipped from Africa. 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

San Xavier MissionTucson 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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This blog compares Mexican and American women in terms of their culture's beauty ideals and traditional gender roles.

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The Border Wall

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Border People

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Profiles of English language learners.

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Border Athletes

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The Border Project

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