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Tucson, too SAHN or TOO sahn, is one of the oldest towns in the United States. Tucson was orginally an Indian village called Stook-zone, meaning water at the foot of black mountain. Hugo O'Conor established the Tucson Presidio in 1775. August 20th, 1775 is considered Tucson's birthday. Spanish settlers arrived in the area in 1776. Tucson officially became part of the United States with the Gadsden Purchase of 1854. Tucson served as capital of the Arizona Territory from 1867 to 1877.

Tucson boasts the best of both worlds...the progress and innovation of a metropolitan community and the friendly, caring atmosphere of a small town. Tucson's rich cultural heritage centers around a unique blend of Native American, Spanish, Mexican and Anglo-American influences. Blessed with the natural beauty of the Sonoran Desert and an unsurpassed climate of 360 sunny days a year, Tucsonans embrace a rare lifestyle and are committed to preserving that quality of life.

When in Tucson, you can always take time out to admire nature: wander the desert flower gardens or view a sunset among the saguaros. Plan to get busy with outdoor exploration and urban adventure. Several of Tucson's attractions rank as one-of-a-kind anywhere, and many are educational as well as fun family outings. On just about any day of the year, you can visit an exhibit at one of our many noted museums, art galleries, cultural centers and indoor attractions, or choose from among several live theater performances appearing in town. Arrange a day of play at one of the area's numerous championship golf courses. There is always something happening in Tucson. Plan your stay around one of our many events.

Tucson has long been a favorite golfing getaway for celebrities and others drawn to the city's fair weather, casual lifestyle and secluded setting. No longer a well-kept secret retreat, Tucson is quickly gaining a reputation as a premier golfing destination among enthusiasts worldwide. The city is home to dozens of resorts, clubs and public courses that challenge every level of play. Of these, players can choose from a range of traditional courses to desert target layouts, designed by top names like: Arthur Hills, Tom Weiskopf, Gary Panks, Tom Fazio and Robert Trent Jones, Jr. The vast majority of courses are accessible to visitors, and annual tournaments bring many amateurs to the greens to admire the talents of the world's finest pro golfers.

Tucson's climate varies from the 2400 foot desert basin to the 9100 foot forests of the Santa Catalina mountains. The City's dry desert air and winter sunshine make it a popular health and winter resort. The City is home to the University of Arizona and Davis-Monthan Air Force Base. The City's industries include electronics and missile production. Tucson is the seat of Pima County and has a Council-Manager form of government.

The Tucson metropolitan area supports over 750,000 residents. As metropolitan Tucson continues to grow by nearly 2,000 new residents each month, the challenge of meeting citizen expectations also increases.

The City of Tucson is committed to providing quality municipal services which promote a healthy community, offer opportunities for participation and leisure and enable citizens to prosper at work and at home.

Tucson, offering so much contrast, is located in a desert valley, surrounded by mountain ranges. At an elevation of 2,584 feet, Tucson is cradled by the Santa Catalina Mountains rising 9,100 feet on the north, the Rincon Mountains to the east, the Tucson Mountains to the west, and the Santa Rita and Sierrita Mountains to the south.

The desert contains much natural growth, unlike a Sahara-like desert. Green trees such as Palo Verde, Mesquite and Cottonwood grow in abundance. There are also many varieties of cacti in colorful bloom from April until late May. In Tucson’s residential areas native desert landscaping and many other types of shrubs and flowers grow easily.

The city limits of Tucson cover an area of 156.04 square miles, while the entire metropolitan area spreads over 495 square miles.

Greater Tucson’s population as of 1997 was 799,375 with an increase 1,166 new residents each month. Median age is 32.9.
 

Race as a Percentage of Total Population (Pima County)
 (1990 U.S. Census Bureau)

Age as a Percentage of Total Population
 (1990 U.S. Census Bureau)

The metropolitan Tucson area is served by eight school districts with a total student population over 110,000 pupils.

Adult Education:  Adult Basic Education and G.E.D. preparations are offered through Pima County Adult Education (792-8695). Some secondary schools conduct a community schools program of noncredit community interest classes.

University of Arizona:  Established in 1885, the University of Arizona is in the top 10 of all U.S. public universities in research money. The University is an acknowledged leader in studies of astronomy and optical sciences, scientific instrumentation, and electronics. Kitt Peak National Observatory has offices on the campus, as does the Lunar and Planetary Laboratory.

For instructional purposes, the University is organized into 112 academic subdivisions and departments and 33 divisions of research and special service. The University offers the bachelors degree in 142 fields of study, the masters degree in 140 and the doctorate in 97. It is accredited by the North American Central Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools (since 1917) and is a member of the Pacific 10 Conference.

The University also includes Arizona’s Medical School with the finest teaching hospital in the southwest. It is also one of nine heart transplant centers in the United States and has a comprehensive Cancer Center.

Admission: Inquiries regarding admission should be addressed to Registrar and Director of Admissions, University of Arizona, Tucson, AZ 85721 or call (undergraduate) 621-3271 or (graduate) 621-3132.

University of Phoenix, Inc:  A private, bachelors and masters degree-granting postsecondary institution, it is wholly owned by Apollo Group, Inc. of Phoenix, AZ. The University is accredited by the Commission on Institutions of Higher Education of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools and offers degree programs and programs of continuing education to working adults. In Tucson, the University currently enrolls over 700 working adult students and employs over 100 faculty and staff. For more information, call 881-6512.

Pima Community College:  This multi-campus public two year college serves all the residents of Pima County. A comprehensive curriculum of general education, college transfer and occupational education courses is offered to over 27,000 students each semester on its West Campus, Downtown Campus, East Campus and South Campus and through its Community Campus which utilizes over 70 sites throughout the community. A similar number of students are serviced each year through noncredit classes conducted by the Office of Community Services and through employment training programs operated by the Pima Community College Skill Center. For admission information, write the Admissions Office, Pima Community College, Tucson, AZ 85709, or call 884-6640, or visit any campus.

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• Arizona Department of Commerce
• Arizona District Export Council
• Arizona Small Business Association
• City of Tucson (Office of Economic Development)
• Greater Tucson Economic Council (business recruitment & relocation)
• Greater Tucson Leadership
• Metropolitan Tucson Convention & Visitor's Bureau (tourism)
• Nogales-Santa Cruz County Chamber of Commerce
• Outlook 96/97 (well done economic forecast by the UA Forecasting Project)
• Outlook 1999/2000 (economic forecast by UA Forecasting Project)
• Phoenix Chamber of Commerce

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