Research in Higher Education - Op Ed

University of Arizona President Garimella and Senior Vice President for Research & Innovation Tomás Díaz de la Rubia highlight the importance of investing in higher education and research, as well as the importance of undergraduate research experiences, in an Op Ed piece published in AZ Central on May 15, 2025.

CURE Student Benjamin Rothermich Recognized as 2026 Presser Scholar

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Congratulations to graduate Benjamin Rothermich! Former Flute Performance Studies Course-based Undergraduate Research Experience (CURE) student and performer at the 2026 VIP/CURE Poster Presentation, Rothermich exemplifies how undergraduate research in the arts fosters innovation, mentorship, and professional growth both on and beyond the stage. Through the School of Music, he engaged in creative scholarly work connecting musical performance, interpretation, and artistic inquiry. Rothermich was recently awarded the prestigious Presser Scholar Award in recognition of his artistic excellence, leadership, and commitment to the future of music. This fall, he will continue his journey at the Lamont School of Music at the University of Denver, where he will pursue graduate studies in Flute Performance. Read the full article HERE!