People who talk about the UA's world-class programs usually have astronomy, hydrology, dance and other top-notch departments in mind.

What they don't know is that, hidden away from the main campus, the UA has an internationally renowned zoo ÷ a ChimpanZoo.

The ChimpanZoo, located in the Geronimo building on East University Boulevard, works to raise awareness about the endangered status of chimpanzees and produce training material for those interested in learning how to save them from extinction, said Virginia Landau, director of the ChimpanZoo. [Read article]

'Whose line is it anyway?' star Wayne Brady kills UA stop after poor ticket sales

If you're looking for a good laugh Friday night, don't count on seeing Wayne Brady.

The University Activities Board scheduled the Wayne Brady and Friends tour at McKale Center as part of UA's Family Weekend, but the show fell through Tuesday night.

Wayne Brady is an Emmy-winning improv comedian best known for his role in "Whose Line Is It Anyway?" and for his self-titled daytime variety show. [Read article]

The number of vandalism and theft cases has decreased since Coronado Residence Hall imposed tighter security restrictions earlier this semester, the Coronado hall director said at the ASUA senate meeting yesterday.

Last night's senate meeting was held at Coronado as part of an attempt to let students get to know their ASUA senators.

Coronado Hall Director Trisha Schwery spoke to the 10 senators about the results of Coronado's increased security measures and its impact on the residents. [Read article]

Representatives from law schools around the country will be on campus today for the 19th annual law fair to meet aspiring lawyers and ease their fears about the admissions process.

The fair, which is the largest student run law fair in the country, is being put on by the Phi Alpha Delta pre-law fraternity and will be attended by 99 schools.

Students will be able to get general information about what law schools are looking for and they will be able to talk to representatives on a one-on-one basis. [Read article]

Some might say a typical college student has an easy life, partying all the time. But for some, a much darker and depressed world is their reality.

An estimated 44.3 million people over the age of 18 suffer from a mental disorder such as depression or anxiety, according to the National Institute of Mental Health website.

Many students on campus are unaware of the signs of clinical depression, said Debra Cox-Howard, a mental health clinician at UA's Counseling and Psychological Services. [Read article]

Grad student thinks bike paths are 'nice,' suffers from bike road rage but its okay, he's a poetry guy

Wildcat: So, my name's Nathan and you're On the Roll, which is a division of On the Spot Inc.

[Rerick rides his bike into the bike racks]

Wildcat: Are you sure you don't want to ride your bike·like start trouble somewhere?

Rerick: Start trouble?

Wildcat: Yeah. Me and you. Together. [Read article]

Addressing all your most important questions and concerns.

Question: How did "Bear Down" get to be painted on the roof of Bear Down Gym?

Answer: Traditions are always fun mysteries to solve! After searching the Wildcat archives, I came across the famous story behind our team's motto. Bear Down Gymnasium, built in 1926, was originally the men's gym, and was used as barracks for cadets attending the Naval Training School during World War II. The Department of Campus Recreation now utilizes Bear Down for intramurals, activity classes and camps, and as a general recreation facility for the university community. [Read article]

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