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📣 Attention students ~ The College of Applied Science and Technology (CAST) will no longer be monitoring any social media platforms. As we integrate with the College of Information Science, we invite you to follow our new accounts to stay connected.
🎉 We appreciate your support and commitment during this exciting transition!
🖇️ Learn more: https://bit.ly/3IaOMHJ

Exciting changes are on the horizon at the The University of Arizona!
👉 Starting July 1, 2025, the College of Applied Science and Technology (College of Applied Science & Technology) will integrate into the College of Information Science (U of A College of Information Science) —a strategic alignment designed to amplify innovation, expand student opportunities and foster interdisciplinary excellence. This unification brings together leading programs in cybersecurity, data science, artificial intelligence and machine learning, intelligence and information operations, library and information science, and game design.
🎙️ “As we combine the strengths of CAST and the College of Information Science, we’re building a space where interdisciplinary collaboration thrives,” said Catherine Brooks, interim dean of the College of Information Science. The integration promises expanded research, innovative programming and stronger industry partnerships.
🔗 Learn more about how the University of Arizona is shaping the future of information. https://bit.ly/40sonLM

Celebrating another great academic year as CAST graduated over 250 students! We are proud of our Bachelor's and Master's graduates for blazing their path to success.🎓 A heartfelt thank you to the faculty, staff, and families whose unwavering support made it all possible. Here's to remembering the exceptional academic year of 2025 as we march forward with pride.

A big thank you to Arizona Athletics for bringing their Beardown Takeover Tour to Sierra Vista yesterday! It was a pleasure hearing from Ricky Hunley, Ben Lorz, and John Court as they highlighted the incredible accomplishments of our student-athletes and shared what’s ahead for Arizona Athletics.

We’re also grateful to U of A gymnasts Emma Strom and Gianna Lenczer for offering such thoughtful advice to our community’s aspiring college athletes. Your insights truly made an impact!

Biggest thank you to Vinny's New York Pizza for hosting!

Bear Down!

Come find us now at Vinny's New York Pizza for the Beardown Takeover!!! 5-7pm

TOMORROW! Join us for the Bear Down Takeover Tour Vinny's New York Pizza! This will feature head coaches, student-athletes, and staff to interact with fans and celebrate the Wildcats spirit that lives within us all. Each tour stop's lineup will be determined by availability. Registration is required for all free events, we'll see you there! Register here: https://app.arizonawildcats.com/BearDownTakeoverTour

We extend our sincere thanks to Doug London, former CIA Station Chief and author of The Recruiter: Spying and the Lost Art of American Intelligence, for his thought-provoking presentation on The Role of Intelligence in Foreign Policy. We are grateful for the opportunity to gain insight from his extensive experience and for his valuable perspectives on how the various sectors of the intelligence community inform and support decision-making at the highest levels of government.

Watch this segment of the CAST Distinguished Speaker Series here: https://bit.ly/4jcsa6U

JUST IN: The 2025 Summer/ Spring DEAD DROP. Are you curious about the world of Intelligence? Or are you seeking opportunities in the field? Check out our latest issue today: https://bit.ly/3QUkMkC

Yesterday, 60 high school students proudly walked across the stage to receive their certificates of completion as part of a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for the Arizona Cybersecurity Clinic. These students from the Chandler Unified School District successfully completed 124 hours of coursework to earn their Google Cybersecurity Professional Certificate. Supported by Google, our college, and the Arizona Department of Homeland Security, this program is designed to provide hands-on learning opportunities that prepare students with real-world experience before graduation—equipping them to thrive in today’s competitive cybersecurity job market.

A big shout-out to Paul Wagner, Robert Honomichl, Janet Hartkopf, Ryan Murray, Jyoti Tamboli, and Sam Alexander for a fantastic event and helping launch this program on such a strong note!

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Today, we celebrate the strength, resilience, and achievements of women around the world. Let's continue to uplift, empower, and fight for equality every day.

Are you passionate about guiding students toward success? We’re looking for a dedicated Academic Advisor to join our team! If you thrive in a dynamic environment and enjoy helping students navigate their academic journey, we want to hear from you. Apply today: https://bit.ly/3XAprM7