Category: Business news
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Crow’s ‘state of the university’ talk spotlights how ASU is expanding access
President speaks on ASU goals, financial health in presentation to the Arizona Board of Regents ASU President Michael Crow gave his annual “State of the ASU Enterprise and Arizona State University” presentation to the Arizona Board of Regents at the Memorial Union on the Tempe campus on Thursday. Photo by Samantha Chow/ASU News Arizona State…
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ACA and U of A Launch $35.5 Million Semiconductor Nano Fabrication Center
TUCSON, AZ (February 17, 2026) – As the state is anticipated to add over 25,000 new jobs in the semiconductor industry in the coming years, the Arizona Commerce Authority and the University of Arizona are strengthening the workforce pipeline with a $35.5 million facility expansion. University, government and industry leaders unveiled the Office of Research and Partnerships’ Nano Fabrication…
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ASU construction projects for 2026 will include 2 iconic buildings
Improvements to student buildings, new residence halls also in store The Student Union on the Polytechnic campus as seen from a drone on April 8, 2025. The building will start undergoing renovations this year. Photo by Samantha Chow/Arizona State University Work on one of Arizona State University’s most significant construction projects is scheduled to start…
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ACA Launches Event Calendar For Inaugural Arizona Tech Week
Statewide innovation showcase to feature hundreds of events PHOENIX, AZ (February 13, 2026) – Tech talks at the Lowell Observatory in Flagstaff. STEM pitches in Yuma. A sunrise hike at Phoenix Mountain preserve. An AI discussion in Cottonwood’s wine country; patient-centered health discussions in Tucson. These experiences—and more—are being featured at the inaugural Arizona Tech Week,…
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A New Pathway for Future Physicians in Arizona
The University of Arizona’s College of Medicine – Phoenix first opened its doors in 2007 to an inaugural class of 24 students. Since then, the college has welcomed 18 new classes of students and continued its dedication to train future physicians, scientists, and leaders to optimize health and health care not only in Arizona but…
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Women in Medicine and Science’s Winter Gathering Offered Reflection, Conversation and Entertainment
Shirin Doroudgar, PhD, with Taben Hale, PhD, and Francisco Lucio, JD, senior associate dean of the Office of Health Care Advancement The event to celebrate community, the arts, American Heart Month and women in health care Seeking to further strengthen the bonds among female faculty, students and researchers, the Women in Medicine and Science (WIMS)…
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College of Health and Human Services Inaugural Advisory Board
Northern Arizona University’s College of Health and Human Services recently launched its inaugural advisory board. This exceptional group of volunteer leaders brings deep expertise across healthcare, business, and related industries, along with a shared passion for advancing the health and well-being of our communities. Identified by college leadership, these distinguished professionals have committed their time and insight to helping shape a bold…
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Serpico AI Learning Center Debuts at CEI, Advancing Arizona’s Hands-On AI Innovation
We are excited to celebrate the official launch of the Serpico AI Learning Center at the Center for Entrepreneurial Innovation (CEI), a new hands-on, in-person hub designed to help founders, operators, and teams move beyond AI theory and into real-world application. The AI Learning Center is built for those who want to actively use AI…
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From Classroom to Startup: XLR8 PBC’s First Intern Cohort Makes an Impact
XLR8 PBC is celebrating the completion of its first hands-on internship program. Throughout the program, interns gained real-world experience in a dynamic, entrepreneurial environment, with many stepping into startup operations for the first time. Their contributions spanned program operations, marketing and social media, research and analysis, and community engagement, directly supporting the growth and momentum…
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NovaWave And Arizona Commerce Authority Launch New AI Venture Studio In Arizona
LG NOVA-Supported Fund and Investment Vehicle Welcomes AZ Venture Capital Inc. and Sunny Day Sports as New Investors PHOENIX, AZ (January 7, 2026) — Together with anchor Limited Partner LG Electronics, NovaWave unveiled a collaboration with the Arizona Commerce Authority (ACA) to launch WaveX, an AI venture studio designed to accelerate innovation in healthcare, energy, sports,…
