Business and Law

Signals Still Mixed on Arizona Job Market

jeffh — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 13:59:54 -0700

The state has been adding jobs, but UA economic forecaster Marshall Vest said when those numbers are adjusted to account for seasonal employment, growth is nearly nonexistent. Vest said unemployment in Arizona may not bottom out until at least the middle of next year.

New Publication Examines Water Availability for Agriculture

Jeff Harrison — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0700

Sharon Megdal of the UA Water Resources Research Center chairs a task force charged with addressing key issues facing agriculture over the growing demand for water.

Research Forum to Discuss Recession's Impact on UA Student Well-Being

Jeff Harrison — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0700

Preliminary data from the Norton School's APLUS study will be available at a public forum on campus next week. The study began tracking several hundred students as freshmen to measure their financial and personal health and well-being.

From 19th-Century View, Desegregation Is a Test

cruzj — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 14:25:44 -0700

The UA recently hosted a conversation between Supreme Court justices Antonin Scalia and Stephen Breyer. The case of Brown v. Board of Education generated some of the most vigorous debate.

Norton School Invites Alumni to "Take Charge"

Jeff Harrison — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0700

The John and Doris Norton School of Family and Consumer Sciences will host an alumni event that includes a classroom lecture from Take Charge America Institute Director Mike Staten on how to be careful with a buck.

Professor: Fear, Shame Keep Homeowners From Defaulting

La Monica Everett-Haynes — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0700

Brent T. White, a University of Arizona associate professor of law, said policymakers must consider ways that emotions drive financial decisions.

It’s OK to Walk Away, A Law Professor Argues

cruzj — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 13:38:07 -0700

New research by Brent T. White, associate professor of law at the UA, argues that sometimes walking away from a mortgage that is underwater is the best course of action.

Justices Vie, with Humor

leverett — Tue, 27 Oct 2009 13:47:32 -0700

Antonin Scalia and Stephen Breyer, both U.S. Supreme Court justices, spoke about interpreting the U.S. Constitution and Bill of Rights during an event held Monday that the UA's James E. Rogers College of Law hosted.

What Would the Founders Think?

La Monica Everett-Haynes — Mon, 26 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0700

During a UA-sponsored event, U.S. Supreme Court Justices Antonin Scalia and Stephen Breyer discussed their personal judicial philosophies in determining how the U.S. Constitution should be interpreted.

Water-demanding Farms Looked at as Resources Vanish

jeffh — Mon, 26 Oct 2009 14:10:55 -0700

Gary Paul Nabhan, an agronomist with the UA Southwest Center, and water law expert Robert Glennon from the Rogers College of Law offer insights on the fate of agriculture in the state as the population continues to grow.

UA Economist and Others Weigh in on Recovery

rrmcgill — Fri, 23 Oct 2009 11:51:25 -0700

As the U.S. looks for signs of economic recovery, Arizona economists provide their forecast on a timeline for the state to begin showing economic gains.

Law Hosting Discussion on Real Estate Development, Environmental Law

La Monica Everett-Haynes — Fri, 23 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0700

The UA James E. Rogers College of Law is hosting a panel discussion on the use of land and how it affects the environment.

Scalia, Breyer to Discuss Constitution at UA-Hosted Event

Johnny Cruz — Thu, 22 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0700

The UA’s William H. Rehnquist Center is hosting this rare opportunity to watch to sitting Supreme Court justices discuss the U.S. Constitution. Arizona Public Media will broadcast the discussion live.

Students Debate Ethics of Job Creation, Environmental Consequences

Jeff Harrison — Wed, 21 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0700

The seventh annual Eller Ethics Case Competition pits student teams from more than two dozen college and universities on moral issues that businesses face.

O'Connor to Sit with Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals at UA

La Monica Everett-Haynes — Thu, 15 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0700

Next week, retired Associate Justice Sandra Day O'Connor will serve on a three-member panel that is hearing cases that are being appealed.

Even in the Rain, UA Solar Decathlon Team Shines

Johnny Cruz — Thu, 15 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0700

The chief executive officer of a power company, the head of a solar company and a member of Congress joined hundreds of visitors at the UA's Solar Decathlon house.

Law Professor to Serve on National Ethics Commission

La Monica Everett-Haynes — Fri, 09 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0700

UA law professor Ted Schneyer, an expert on ethics and regulation, will serve on a national commission that will make recommendations affecting the future of ethical codes and regulation in law.

Arizona Supreme Court Welcomes Newest Member at UA Ceremony

Rebecca Ruiz-McGill — Fri, 09 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0700

Gov. Jan Brewer and the current members of the Arizona Supreme Court attended the UA-hosted investiture of Justice A. John Pelander, a UA alumnus.

Student Exchange Store Buying and Selling Sustainability

Rebecca Ruiz-McGill — Thu, 08 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0700

The store purchases and sells gently used UA student items and sells new clothes, books and school supplies at a discount.

Timing is Everything

Jeff Harrison — Tue, 29 Sep 2009 00:00:00 -0700

The UA Eller College of Management offers several programs leading to a master's in business administration. Each is geared for people with different skills and ambitions.

Law College Hosting Constitution Day Event

La Monica Everett-Haynes — Fri, 11 Sep 2009 00:00:00 -0700

A panel of judges and legal experts will discuss the U.S. Constitution and recent U.S. Supreme Court cases during this month's Constitution Day celebration.

UA Student-Run Advertising Agency Launched

La Monica Everett-Haynes — Wed, 09 Sep 2009 00:00:00 -0700

A team of UA Eller College of Management is launching an advertising agency that will be managed by University students.

Law Series Features Lineup of Experts

La Monica Everett-Haynes — Tue, 01 Sep 2009 00:00:00 -0700

The 2009 Criminal Law Lunch Speaker Series will include discussions on a range of topics, including drug policy, mental health, homeland security and criminal cases.

Stimulus Grant Aiding Arizona Bioscience Park

Johnny Cruz — Mon, 24 Aug 2009 00:00:00 -0700

The UA is receiving a $4.7 million grant to fund phase one infrastructure improvements at the new Arizona Bioscience Park.

Professor Publishes Book on Software Security

La Monica Everett-Haynes — Mon, 17 Aug 2009 00:00:00 -0700

Christian Collberg has co-authored a new book that explores an emergent branch of software security, offering solutions for companies and agencies seeking to protect their intellectual property.