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Learn about the UA London study abroad program, hosted by our partner St. Mary’s University.

Experience outstanding museums and galleries, sophisticated fashion, and vibrant nightlife in one of the most cosmopolitan cities in the world. Located just minutes from the famed Thames River and 30 minutes from the city center, UA London at St. Mary’s University lies in the convenient Twickenham neighborhood full of pubs, cafés, and shops. Enjoy world-class art and literature daily as you immerse yourself in the culture of the United Kingdom.

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HISTORY

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Our History

The University of Arizona was established in 1885, and 27 years later, Arizona became a state. The first building, Old Main, was completed in 1890. It housed the School of Agriculture with classrooms, labs and a mess hall. 

There were many obstacles on the path to opening the university. However, we never gave up on our mission. Our first graduating class of three students in 1895 set us on an incredible journey of learning and discovery with stories of wonder that continue to shape our Wildcat spirit

  • The Morrill land-grant acts of 1862 and 1890 designated us as Arizona’s Land-grant university
  • Bear Down! Our beloved rallying cry, first heard in 1926, has become part of our core identity and is used by Arizona Wildcats all around the world
  • In 1937 we invented tree-ring research and opened the first lab for dendrochronology
  • We helped map the moon so that the Eagle could land in 1969 and sampled an asteroid in 2021 for the first time in U.S. history. #SpaceIsWildcatCountry
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Workers planting and watering the cacti in the garden.
Workers planting and watering the cacti in the garden.
Original UA Cactus Garden, Will McBride & Friends
Original UA Cactus Garden, Will McBride & Friends
An action shot of UA Men's Polo team during a match in the 1920s.
1920s Men’s Polo Match
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Old Main in 1891
University of Arizona Reading Room
University of Arizona Reading Room
Historical photo of 1902 University of Arizona football team practicing outside Old Main.
Historical photo of 1902 University of Arizona football team practicing outside Old Main.
1898 Female Students in Bicycle Costume
1898 Female Students in Bicycle Costume