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A future shaped by you: The Norton School's Big Ideas Summit

Friday

Five years after faculty pitched bold initiatives that doubled enrollment and raised millions in philanthropic support, the Norton School of Human Ecology brings back its Big Ideas Summit — proving that transformational change starts with listening to the people closest to the work.

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Tough talks: Helping adolescents navigate smartphones safely

Thursday

Talking to kids about difficult subjects can be an intimidating proposition. It’s also essential to building trust and helping them learn to navigate the world. In the second installment of our “Tough talks” series, we get into some of the issues around adolescents and phones – and how to handle it when things go sideways.

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Wildcat pride on display at the Norton School Homecoming Celebration

Nov. 26, 2025

Alumni, faculty, current students and friends gathered for an afternoon of games, a record-setting auction of student-designed denim jackets, and an alumni-led fashion show.

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Tough talks: Helping young children feel safe when the news is scary

Oct. 31, 2025

The news can be downright scary sometimes, especially for young children. In the first installment of our “Tough talks” series, we offer insights into how parents and caregivers can help little ones process frightening news events.

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Driving sustainable change through research and service

Oct. 16, 2025
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Lundgren Retail Collaborative Awards Research Grants to Advance AI-Driven Retail Innovation

Oct. 9, 2025

Funded projects explore AI’s potential to deepen personalization, build trust, and reshape customer experiences in retail

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Hands-on lab opens doors for Arizona’s future financial planners

Sept. 18, 2025

Now, with a dedicated Financial Planning Lab, students will not only master classroom theory but also gain the applied skills, mentorship, and connections they need to shape the future of the profession.

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New graduate program will help meet Arizona's critical need for marriage and family therapists

Aug. 28, 2025

The Norton School of Human Ecology’s new M.S. in Marriage and Family Therapy will help combat Arizona’s shortage of mental healthcare professionals.

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It's elementary: Tips for a smooth back-to-school transition

Aug. 28, 2025

Back-to-school season is upon us, and the Norton School of Human Ecology’s Melissa A. Barnett has advice to help families support their kids through the transition.

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Tariffs explained: What they may mean for Arizona's retail and logistics industries

July 30, 2025

There’s been a lot of speculation about how changes in U.S. tariff policy might affect retailers and their customers. In the second article of our “Tariffs explained” series, we dive into the topic with the Norton School of Human Ecology’s Kathleen J. Kennedy and Cory Quailes.

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