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Learn the Latest Updates on Breast Cancer:June 2018

Learn the Latest Updates on Breast Cancer:June 2018

“Everything You Always Wanted to Know about Breast Cancer but were Afraid to Ask” is the topic of the Wednesday (June 20) presentation at the Arizona Senior Academy. Please join University of Arizona breast cancer specialist Leigh Neumayer, MD, for

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Back in Control: a Spine Surgeon’s Perspective: May2017

Back in Control: a Spine Surgeon’s Perspective: May2017

Back pain is the second leading cause of disability in the U.S., and experts estimate that nearly 80 per cent of the population will experience a back problem sometime in their lives.  The May wellness lecture at the Arizona Senior

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Cardiologist to Discuss Heart Disease: August 2016

Cardiologist to Discuss Heart Disease: August 2016

The August Wellness Lecture at the Arizona Senior Academy Wednesday (Aug. 17) will focus on cardiovascular health and treatments.  The speaker, Dr. Joseph Chambers, is a cardiologist at Tucson’s Carondelet Heart and Vascular Institute located at St. Joseph’s Hospital. Open

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Gastroenterologist to Discuss Colon Cancer: July 2016

Gastroenterologist to Discuss Colon Cancer: July 2016

Colon Cancer Screening will be the topic of the July wellness lecture at the Arizona Senior Academy, presented by a prominent Tucson gastroenterologist, Dr. John K. Tsai. Open to the public free of charge, the lecture will begin Friday (July

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Neurologist to Discuss Alzheimer’s and Dementia: May 2016

Neurologist to Discuss Alzheimer’s and Dementia: May 2016

 “Alzheimer’s and Dementia” will be the topic of the May wellness lecture at the Arizona Senior Academy, presented by a prominent Tucson neurologist, Dr. L. Rod Anderson.  Open to the public free of charge, the lecture is scheduled for 3:30

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Neurosurgeon to Discuss ‘Spinal Health’: April 2016

Neurosurgeon to Discuss ‘Spinal Health’: April 2016

A prominent Tucson neurosurgeon will speak on the subject of “Spinal Health” for the April wellness lecture at the Arizona Senior Academy on Wednesday (April 13).  The lecture begins at 3:30 p.m. in the Great Room of the ASA Building,

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Diabetes – the Epidemic That Follows Obesity: March 2015

“Understanding Diabetes” will be the subject of the monthly wellness lecture at the Arizona Senior Academy on Wednesday (March 18), presented by Tucson physician Dr. Michael Maximov.  Open to the public free of charge, the talk begins at 3:30 p.m.

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Testimonials

I’ve given public lectures around the world, and found the questions asked here at the ASA to be some of the most thoughtful and perceptive that I’ve ever gotten! Desika Narayanan, astrophysicist
Designed to bring together individuals with intellectual curiosity in a stimulating environment, [Academy Village] is a successful model for creative retirement that is being used by several other American universities. Tucson Lifestyle Magazine, January 2013
The first time I performed at the Arizona Senior Academy I offered two options to the audience for an encore: Chopin or Schoenberg. Who could imagine an audience whose resounding answer would be ‘SCHOENBERG!’ Clearly, this response demonstrates unusually open, perceptive ears!
Making presentations at the Arizona Senior Academy is always a joy and a challenge, because I have to work a little harder to stay one step ahead of the very sharp audience. … And the lovely desert location helps keep us all stimulated. –James Reel, Classical Music Director, Arizona Public Media
ASA is a very unique venue that offers a very intimate feel that I truly appreciate as a musician. … A Hidden Gem in the Desert. Gabriel Ayala, Classical Guitarist
Gabriela Rico, Arizona Daily Star
The Centerpiece of the Academy Village is the academy itself where residents can attend week;y concerts, discussion groups and lectures. (April 1, 2017)
The opportunity to preview University of Arizona concerts in such a receptive venue, both audience and acoustic-wise, makes the Senior Academy a unique place for us performers. … It is always a great pleasure to perform/lecture at the Arizona Senior Academy. Jerry Kirkbride,  Professor of Music
Performing at the Arizona Senior Academy, in their gorgeous location on the eastern side of Saguaro National Park East, is a high point of the year for both my students and myself.  The audience and administration are very welcoming to UA students and faculty, and the subsequent question-and-answer period is always informative. Daniel Katzen, UA Horn Professor
The Arizona Senior Academy provides a comfortable space with great acoustics …  This ensures a great time for both audience and performer. It is a fantastic venue in a beautiful desert setting.  The icing on the cake is the audience — engaged and eager to hear what the performer has to offer. Ted Ramirez
I’ve given talks in venues across the country, and I always look forward to returning to Academy Village. The setting is superb and the venue comfortable—and a speaker couldn’t ask for a more responsive, more receptive audience. Gregory McNamee, Author and Lecturer
We have always enjoyed performing at the Academy. A gorgeous spot, a wonderful piano, a fantastic audience and exceptional hosts who make their guests feel really special. Does not get better than that! The Clark Schuldmann Duo
Playing at the Academy offers the performer the unique experience of an audience that is simultaneously appreciative and stimulating. The questions that follow can lead to unusual and thought-provoking turns of conversation, both during the performance hour and at the congenial luncheon that so often follows. What a great place to play! Paula Fan, TSO Principal Keyboardist (and friend)

Concerts and Lectures

  • Oct. 31: “Hospice Care and How Best to Deal with Death and Loss”
  • October 22:  “Puerta-Olegario Duo:  Music for Guitar and Bassoon”
  • October 23 and October 30: “The Music Video as Art, History and Science” 
  • Oct. 24: “The Historicity of King Arthur”
  • Oct. 17: “Six Legs Walking: Notes from an Entomological Life”

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