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Sam Parker is a senior at the University of Arizona studying journalism and public relations.

Sam Parker, Editor-in-Chief

Sam Parker is a senior at the University of Arizona studying journalism and public relations. Sam has experience reporting for local news services, including the Tucson Agenda and the Arizona Daily Wildcat. Sam currently works as the Editor-in-Chief of the Daily Wildcat, where she has gained valuable experience managing a large team of reporters and covering a wide range of issues that affect the student body. Outside of school and work, Sam enjoys hiking, reading, writing and baking!

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Members of UA College Republicans watch the NBC live election report in the Mesquite Room on Nov. 5. Polls closed at 7 p.m. in Arizona.

On-campus watch parties anticipate Election Day results

Sophia Hammer, Anna McCarthy, Sam Parker, Jasmine Creighton, and Noor Haghighi
November 5, 2024
Former President Barack Obama enters the stage inside the Cole and Jeannie Davis Sports Center on Oct. 18. Obama, accompanied by state and local candidates and politicians, spoke to thousands on the UA campus.

Former President Barack Obama holds rally on UA campus

Sam Parker and Kanishka Chinnaraj
October 18, 2024
President Suresh Garimella walks towards Old Main with his wife, Mrs. Lakshmi Garimella for his welcome party on Oct. 2. Wilbur and Wilma led the couple to their welcome on the mall at around 10 a.m. on Oct. 2.

A new era at Arizona: President Suresh Garimella begins term

Sam Parker
October 2, 2024
BREAKING: Police arrest suspect in UA shooting

BREAKING: Police arrest suspect in UA shooting

Sam Parker and Sophia Hammer
September 25, 2024
Cops block off multiple intersections near Arizona Sonora Residence Hall after a campus shooting on Sept. 22. The shooting occurred late Sunday night.

On-campus shooting leaves man dead; investigation continues

Sam Parker
September 23, 2024
Trump supporters wrap around Linda Ronstadt Music Hall in Downtown Tucson hours before Former President Trump arrives for his rally on Sept. 12. Supporters passed out from dehydration and heat exhaustion due to high temperatures.

Former President Donald Trump hosts rally in Tucson

Sam Parker
September 12, 2024
Suresh Garimella is the president of the University of Vermont, and if approved by the Arizona Board of Regents, would become the 23rd president of the UA, replacing current President Dr. Robert C. Robbins. (Courtesy Arizona Board of Regents)

Suresh Garimella named as UA presidential candidate

Sam Parker
August 8, 2024
The University of Arizona hosts a memorial for professor Thomas Meixner on Oct. 5, at St. Thomas More Catholic Newman Center. The memorial honored Meixner's life exactly one year after his death in 2022.

Murad Dervish gets life imprisonment for murder of professor Thomas Meixner

Sam Parker
June 25, 2024
Dozens of Pima County Sheriffs file onto the encampment site late on April 30. A standoff between police and protesters ensued for hours before major disruption.

Unrest at public universities sparks responses from local, statewide, national groups

Sophia Hammer and Sam Parker
May 14, 2024
Tear gas, deployed by law enforcement officials, surrounds protestors gathered along Park Avenue after having fled their encampment on the morning of May 10. SWAT vans were also present north of University Boulevard and Park Avenue.

Violence and chaos erupt at encampment protests

Sam Parker
May 10, 2024
A speaker talks at the Walkout for Palestine on Nov. 9, 2023, at the University of Arizona. The event was put on by the Arizona Palestine Solidarity Alliance, the Tucson Peace Center, The Party for Socialism & Liberation and more.

UA officials accused of monitoring student groups, faculty

Sam Parker
May 5, 2024
Police push back pro-Palestinian protestors early May 1 on University Boulevard. This action came after an hours-long series of threats to arrest demonstrators who had constructed an encampment and were considered by the university to be trespassing.

Discord, unrest and arrests after police action at Palestinian encampment

Sam Parker
May 1, 2024
Breaking News (Illustration by Pascal Albright | Daily Wildcat) 

Tucson Police respond to armed robbery near student apartments

Sam Parker
April 28, 2024
A crowd of University of Arizona students hold up pro-choice signs in protest of the anti-abortion demonstration on display on campus on Thursday, April 13. 

Arizona House of Representatives votes to repeal abortion ban

Sam Parker
April 24, 2024
A crowd of University of Arizona students and community members march along the middle of campus, holding signs in support of pro-choice on Thursday, April 13. The protest was held to counter the anti-abortion group that set up a demonstration on the UA Mall for two consecutive days displaying large, graphic images of blood and dead people.

Arizona Supreme Court upholds Civil-War era abortion ban

Sam Parker
April 9, 2024
UA President Dr. Robert C. Robbins addresses the audience at a Sept. 20 panel on creating research partnerships to find solutions to environment and societal issues. Courtesy Arlene S. Islas

President Robbins announces resignation from the UA

Sam Parker
April 2, 2024
The Tucson Police Department building on Stone Avenue and Cushing Street on Tuesday, Jan. 12. TPD helicopters were recently grounded due to issues with operation and policy.

UPDATE: Off-campus shooting victim stable, investigation continues

Sam Parker
March 12, 2024
University of Arizona President Dr. Robert C. Robbins speaks at the school's COVID-19 memorial on the UA Mall March 23, 2022. Recently, Robbins addressed the state of the university at the Arizona Board of Regents Meeting March 4, on campus.

UA president announces salary cut, evaluation of university leadership costs

Sam Parker
March 4, 2024
Marcos Esparza, a graduate student, faces the crowd to give a speech on Feb. 5 in front of the Administration building. United Campus Workers Arizona protested staff and faculty layoffs amidst the financial crisis.

Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs condemns ABOR: ‘Enough needs to be enough’

Sam Parker
February 26, 2024
Protestors with United Campus Workers and supporters gather in front of the university's Administration building on Feb. 5. The hashtag "ChopFromTheTop" was used online to support their cause.

UA financial progress, Faculty Senate among major topics at Board of Regents meeting

Sam Parker
February 25, 2024
United Campus Workers and supporters gather in front of the Administration building to protest against layoffs on Feb. 5. The protest comes as a reaction to the university's financial crisis that has threatened faculty and staff layoffs.

New UA financial report announces program cuts, financial restructuring

Sam Parker
February 9, 2024
(left to right) University of Arizona President Robert Robbins, Dante Lauretta, and student Keara Burke hold a press conference about OSIRIS-REx on Monday in the Stevie Eller Dance Theatre.

Wildcat achievements in the new year

Sam Parker
February 2, 2024
The Arizona State Capitol is located at 1700 W Washington St. in Phoenix, Ariz. Republicans control both the state house and senate, while Gov. Katie Hobbs is a democrat.

Gov. Katie Hobbs demands accountability, action from Board of Regents

Sam Parker
January 26, 2024
UA President Dr. Robert C. Robbins addresses the audience at a Sept. 20 panel on creating research partnerships to find solutions to environment and societal issues. Courtesy Arlene S. Islas

President Robbins releases financial updates: Comments on CFO salary

Sam Parker
January 16, 2024
Suspect with gun detained after reports from a UA residence hall

Suspect with gun detained after reports from a UA residence hall

Sam Parker
January 14, 2024
A University of Arizona Police Department car sits just off of Park Ave. on Oct. 1, 2015.

Police respond to off-campus shooting, no suspects apprehended

Sam Parker
January 13, 2024
UAPD

UAPD, TPD continue search for suspect in sexual assault case

Sam Parker
December 12, 2023
University of Arizona students and community members held a sit-in at the College of Education Monday to protest the suspension of two university professors. Those involved in the sit-in demanded the immediate reinstatement of the professors.

University of Arizona professors reinstated after Hamas comment controversy

Sam Parker
December 1, 2023
University of Arizona President Dr. Robert C. Robbins speaks at the school's COVID-19 memorial on the UA Mall March 23, 2022. Recently, Robbins addressed the state of the university at the Arizona Board of Regents Meeting March 4, on campus.

UA students, faculty outraged over financial crisis at board meeting

Sam Parker
November 17, 2023
Students pass by UA's iconic water fountain in front of old main on a sunny spring day.

Breaking down annual University of Arizona fire and safety report: Crime, trends, more

Sam Parker
November 1, 2023
The ASUA Club Fair sets up on the University Mall on Sept. 6, 2023. The club fair occurs at the beginning of each semester for students to explore extracurricular interests.

‘One-stop shop’ for campus safety: UA to host Campus Safety Fair

Sam Parker
November 1, 2023
"Tucson City Hall." by Kevin Dooley/Creative Commons (CC BY 2.0)

Tucson declares fentanyl, opioid use public health crisis

Sam Parker
October 27, 2023
Saguaro cacti, ocotillo and mesquite trees dot a ridgeline in the Pusch Ridge Wilderness near Tucson, Ariz. on Tuesday, Feb. 14. (Alex McIntyre/The Daily Wildcat)

Symbols of the Southwest: Saguaro cacti embody cultural, spiritual, natural significance

Sam Parker
October 24, 2023
The University of Arizona Police Department on Wednesday, Oct. 2, 2019, in Tucson, Arizona. 

BREAKING: UAPD arrests suspect accused of making campus threats

Sam Parker
October 24, 2023
Biosphere 2, at 32540 S. Biosphere Road in Oracle, Arizona, is open every day (except Thanksgiving and Christmas) from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information, go to biosphere2.org.

Bridging the gap: Biosphere 2 offers unparalleled environmental replication, unique scientific research

Sam Parker
October 8, 2023
Horses graze at the University of Arizona Campus Agriculture Center on Sept. 22, 2023. The center is located on North Campbell Avenue.

Agriculture, aridification, answers: UA commission offers recommendations for drying climate

Sam Parker
September 26, 2023
Topological acoustics researchers investigate the science of sound, and its use in areas including telecommunications, sensing, computing and materials characterization techniques such as laser ultrasonic testing. (Courtesy of University of Arizona College of Engineering)

UA awarded $30M for sound science research

Sam Parker
September 10, 2023
University students gather on the UA Mall on Friday, Sept. 23. A sign reads Climate Action Now, Protect Our Future. 

Campus Sustainability Fund continues to support projects that promote sustainability and inclusion

Sam Parker
September 5, 2023
Students pass by UA's iconic water fountain in front of old main on a sunny spring day.

Recapping the University of Arizona’s evolving campus safety and security

Sam Parker
August 22, 2023
A UA researcher trains two staff members how to measure stress heat. This type of training is similar to projects the WEST EJ Center may work on and fund in the future in order to provide support to overburdened communities. (Photo courtesy Nathan Lothrop)

UA receives $10 million from EPA to fund new justice center, plans to involve and assist overburdened communities

Sam Parker
August 6, 2023
2023 marks the first year that the University of Arizona will recognize Juneteenth as a paid holiday, just one of the initiatives the UA is taking to honor the historic date.

University of Arizona honors Juneteenth through designation as a paid holiday, and more

Sam Parker
June 13, 2023
Photo of old main taken by Olivia Malone.

Challenging campus carry: Gov. Hobbs vetoes concealed weapons bill for Arizona colleges

Sam Parker
May 17, 2023
Sunlight shines through the streetcar window onto a SunLink operator at the stop on Cherry and Second Street on July 6. 

Tucson public transit remains free indefinitely, city council decides

Sam Parker
May 16, 2023
ASUA general election voting takes place from March 1 at 8 a.m. to March 2 at 8 a.m. (Courtesy ASUA)

ASUA general election results: Meet the UA’s new student body president and more

Sam Parker
March 5, 2023
The EAAA program is a multi-university study being conducted at the UA to change the narrative around sexual assault. Currently, the program is open to freshman women on campus. (Courtesy Cameron Yanez)

UA researchers lead study on sexual assault prevention and sexual empowerment training program

Sam Parker
March 3, 2023
In an email sent out Feb. 21 to members of the student body, Brett Murphy, a student at the University of Arizona, proposed replacing ASUA with a new body of government called the “Undergraduate Student Government of the University of Arizona.” Murphy said ASUA has failed to represent students. (Courtesy Brett Murphy)

ASUA: student petitions to end the UA’s student government

Sam Parker
February 26, 2023

Shooting at Helen and Warren over night, suspect remains at large

Sam Parker
February 18, 2023
Student members of UAZ Divest attend a rally held on the UA Mall on Sept. 23, 2022. The group’s primary goal is getting the University of Arizona to “align the university’s endowment with mission-driven investments to combat the climate crisis.” (Courtesy Rick Rappaport)

UAZ Divest hopes to establish connections with campus and surrounding community this spring

Sam Parker
February 8, 2023
Guillermo Bravo, owner of The Green Room, stands in front of the new flower shop he opened on Pennington Street in downtown Tucson. The business makes floral arrangements for a wide variety of events and occasions.

New local flower shop opens in downtown Tucson

Sam Parker
December 2, 2022
A sea of caps top the heads of the graduates during the 2020 Commencement Ceremony on the Mall on Nov. 5. The ceremony was held during this year's Homecoming, a year and a half after students received their diplomas in May 2020 as the original ceremony was cancelled on account of the pandemic.   

UA hosts a variety of convocation events for students graduating in winter 2022

Sam Parker
December 2, 2022
The Homecoming king and queen and nominees stand on stage at the Homecoming bonfire and royalty crowning on Oct. 28.

The UA’s Homecoming king and queen won the titles and found community

Sam Parker
October 31, 2022
Mary Catherine Cline, a member of Students Demand Action, speaks at Friday's rally at the Alumni Plaza on the UA Mall. Behind Cline stand the other speakers.

University of Arizona Young Democrats hold demonstration against gun violence

Sam Parker
October 30, 2022
Members of UAZ Divest protest the University of Arizona's investments in fossil fuels outside of Old Main.

UAZ Divest attends inconclusive meeting with UA Foundation, continues discussion and action with Sept. 23 rally

Sam Parker
September 20, 2022
The University of Arizona Police Department on Wednesday, Oct. 2, 2019, in Tucson, Arizona. 

UPDATE: University of Arizona Police identify and charge man accused of carrying weapon on campus

Sam Parker
August 31, 2022
Breaking News (Illustration by Pascal Albright | Daily Wildcat) 

BREAKING: UAPD detain man with gun in waistband on main campus

Sam Parker
August 24, 2022
Inside lab 310 at the University of Arizona's Bioscience Research Laboratories building on Sept. 23, 2021. Graduate students and lab technicians work together here on different projects.  

AZ HEROES granted $22 million for continued research of COVID-19 vaccine effectiveness, immunity

Sam Parker
August 17, 2022
Members of UAZ Divest protest the University of Arizona's investments in fossil fuels outside of Old Main.

UAZ DIVEST to have first meeting with UA Foundation prepared with list of demands

Sam Parker
April 12, 2022
A student walks by a sign stating that masks are required inside the Student Union Memorial Centers. The rule is enforced in most indoor spaces on campus, but it doesn't always get followed.

Cases of Omicron COVID-19 variant identified at University of Arizona

Sam Parker
December 22, 2021
Jake Martin (left) poses for a photo with another individual under a Survivor Shield tent. Survivor Shield is an organization founded by Martin, which seeks to advocate on behalf of survivors of sexual assault. (Photo Courtesy of Jake Martin.)

Student-founded group committed to destigmatizing sexual assault, supporting survivors and raising awareness

Sam Parker
December 8, 2021
A turkey prepared for a Thanksgiving meal. This year, the university is giving out free thanksgiving meals for those staying on campus.  Photo by Tim Sackton / Flickr (CC BY-SA 2.0)

Free Thanksgiving grab-and go meals for students provided by Arizona Student Unions and other campus organizations

Sam Parker
November 22, 2021
A Cats TakeAway Testing site sits in the lobby in the Marshall building on Nov. 22. Take-away testing serves as an easy means for busy students to get tested for Covid19 on their own time. 

Booster shots approved for all adults in Pima County as COVID-19 cases surge

Sam Parker
November 21, 2021
ASUA is the Associated Students of the University of Arizona.

ASUA Notebook 11/17/2021: Senate initiative update

Jane Florance and Sam Parker
November 19, 2021
ASUA is the Associated Students of the University of Arizona.

ASUA Notebook 11/10/2021: Three new senate hires would fill senate class

Sam Parker
November 12, 2021
An entrance into the University of Arizona's Coconino Residence Hall.

What is it like to stay in an isolation dorm?

Sam Parker
November 8, 2021
Spread out, reduce the spread sign at bench outside of Centennial Hall. A man walks in the background with a University of Arizona face mask. Following Gov. Ducey's executive order, the UA will not be able to restrict student participation in academic activities on the basis of their COVID-19 vaccine record, their participation in COVID-19 testing and their mask-wearing habits.

Pfizer vaccine eligibility opens to children under 12 as global COVID-19 death toll surpasses 5 million

Sam Parker
November 3, 2021

Homecoming to feature olympics, lighting “A” mountain, class reunions and more

Sam Parker
October 31, 2021
Homecoming King Hunter Lindgren and Homecoming Queen Brigid Clark riding in the Homecoming Parade on Nov. 2, 2019. The 2021 Homecoming celebration will be the first since the COVID-19 pandemic began.

Homecoming to feature olympics, lighting ‘A’ mountain, class reunions and more

Sam Parker
October 31, 2021
ASUA is the Associated Students of the University of Arizona.

ASUA Notebook 10/27/2021: Change of grade replacement opportunity and double major policies

Jane Florance and Sam Parker
October 29, 2021
ASUA is the Associated Students of the University of Arizona.

ASUA Notebook 10/20/2021: Increase in Health & Recreation Fee

Jane Florance and Sam Parker
October 22, 2021
Kirsten Engel (right) fields questions from students at a town hall on Thursday, Oct. 7, 2021. Engel is planning to run in Arizona’s 2nd Congressional District, the seat for which is currently occupied by Rep. Ann Kirkpatrick.

UA professor and congressional candidate hosts town hall on campus

Sam Parker
October 9, 2021
University of Arizona students walking around campus while wearing masks in April 2021.

Students and faculty react to court ruling preventing ban on mask mandates

Sam Parker
October 7, 2021
Campus Health is just one of many services that the University of Arizona uses to help meet the needs of students. (Photographed by Courtney Talak)

UA to offer COVID-19 booster shots

Sam Parker
October 7, 2021
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