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1. Though not the largest of Arizona's three public universities (in terms of enrollment), The University of Arizona is the oldest. During what presidential inaugural year was the university established?
2. Surrounded by a thriving community, the University of Arizona resides in what Arizona City?
3. 2008 saw a monumental achievement in space exploration courtesy of the University of Arizona. In the first ever NASA mission completely controlled by a university, what was the name of the robotic spacecraft sent to Mars?
4. The University of Arizona has had some famous alumni including a United States Surgeon General and several Pulitzer Prize winners. Which of the following individuals did not attend The University of Arizona?
5. There are several locations in the state of Arizona where one can see various artifacts that were salvaged from the USS Arizona including at The University of Arizona. What type of artifact from the USS Arizona can be seen at the UofA?
6. Tucson has been the backdrop of several films; mostly westerns that were filmed at Old Tucson Studios. The University of Arizona campus, however, was the filming location for which of the following college comedies?
7. Many athletic programs at The University of Arizona have storied traditions, in some cases with multiple national championships. Of the following sports programs, which has not won the university multiple national championships?
8. With a capacity of 57,000, Arizona Stadium is one of the smaller stadiums in the Pac-10 conference. Despite this, the stadium was host to what college football bowl game from 1989 through 1996?
9. True or False. The University of Arizona is the state's sole representative in the Association of American Universities, an organization devoted to promoting academic research.
10. The University of Arizona marching band was afforded a rare opportunity as the half time entertainment of Super Bowl I. What is the official name of the marching band?
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