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100

Where in UAccess can you find the courses and requirements you still need to complete for your degree?

Your advisement report.

100

FTV 352 - 001  Looking at Movies: Film Styles and Genres 

This course explores the history and art of film by examining how filmmakers use technology, storytelling, visual style, and genres to create meaning. Students also consider how movies reflect their cultural and historical contexts and explore how films address cultural issues.

Artist

100

What email account should you check regularly for important campus updates?

Your UA email/Outlook

100

What is the name of the famous building considered one of the most recognizable historic landmarks on campus?

Old Main

200

Who can help you choose classes and understand your General Education requirements?

Your academic advisor.

200

GEOG 230 - 001: Our Changing Climate

This course explores the physical processes driving climate change, its impacts on natural and human systems, and potential solutions. Students will gain a physical geography perspective on climate change and sustainability.


Natural Scientist

200

Where can you usually find your course announcements, assignments, and grades online?

Brightspace.

200

What is the name of the University of Arizona's student cheering section at athletic events?

 ZonaZoo

300

By when should you aim to complete all your General Education requirements?

Before you graduate!

300

PHIL 220 - 001: Philosophy of Happiness

This course explores what happiness is and how we can live happier lives. Students will examine philosophical and contemporary perspectives on happiness, including insights from psychology and the social sciences.

Humanist

300

Name one campus resource that can help you when you're struggling with a class.

Think Tank, instructor office hours, tutoring, or a teaching assistant....

300

What is the name of the mountain west of campus that features a giant white “A”?

Sentinel Peak, commonly called A Mountain.

400

How many total credits are required for Exploring Perspectives, and how many credits must you complete in each category? 

12 total units, with 3 units required in each of the four Exploring Perspectives categories.  

400

EAS 160A5 - 101: Languages and Cultures of East Asia

This course will explore the social, historical, and linguistic aspects of the languages and cultures of East Asia and how they have changed over time, drawing from anthropology, linguistics, sociology, and history.  

Social Scientist 

400

You want to change your major but don't know which majors are available or how to explore your options. What UA resource could help you get started?

Talk to your academic advisor, Degree Search or The A Center. 

400

What are the names of the UA's two costumed wildcat mascots, and in what year did they become a couple?

Wilbur and Wilma; they met in 1986

500

Outside of Exploring Perspectives, what are the other General Education requirements you must complete? (Name all of them to get the points!)

UNIV 101/301 

Foundations (Writing, Math, Language)

Building Connections 

Civics

500

ITAL 330D - 001: Empowered Women in Italian Literature & Culture

This course examines representations of Italian women in literature, history, religion, and the visual arts, focusing on gender, education, social class, law, and family.

Humanist

500

When are office hours for UNIV 101?

Mondays, 1:00–3:00 PM: In person at McClelland Hall 

Fridays, 2:00–4:00 PM: Via Zoom

500

What were the original school colors of the University of Arizona?

Sage green and silver