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Dear Wildcats,
 
As you may have already read, the NCAA and the Pac-12 Conference have both announced plans to allow student-athletes to participate in voluntary athletic activities on campuses beginning in June. I appreciate the support and guidance from our national and conference partners on the ongoing work towards the proper re-entry of student-athletes, coaches and staff. Arizona Athletics' commitment to the healthy and safe return of Wildcats to campus continues to be guided by our department's Re-Entry Planning Team. This diverse group of staff, coaches and student-athletes is working in conjunction with the University of Arizona's Re-Entry Task Force to analyze and strategize our planning process as a campus collaboration. We will continue this important work as part of the University's larger re-entry operations to move towards our future on campus.
 
As we approach summer, I want to reiterate our commitment to all of you. We are planning and preparing for the safe and healthy return of the Wildcat Family with the intent to return to competition. Our return will prioritize the health and safety of all Wildcats in accordance with all state, local and campus guidelines. The work of our Re-Entry Planning Team, with the guidance of our campus partners, will map out what our future will look like. We will continue to keep you updated on the latest re-entry news and information. We will be safe, and we will Bear Down.
 
Here are other updates, news and stories from Arizona Athletics in this final Wildcat Wednesday email of 2019-2020:

• We want to send another reminder to fans of our June 1 renewal deadline for football and men's basketball tickets as well as Wildcat Club memberships. As we noted last week, we have added additional payment and deposit options to provide as much flexibility for our fans during these trying times. Our loyal supporters power the mission of Arizona Athletics, which is to provide opportunities for student-athletes to become athletic, academic and life champions. Thank you for standing with us and for being proud Wildcats. Bear Down and Go Cats!
• Have you read our football feature series "Building the A"? ArizonaWildcats.com is profiling the outstanding young men in our football program, and you can click here to view the most recent installment on offensive lineman Jordan Morgan.
• During these trying times, it's inspiring to see our student-athletes continue their #CatsGiveBack service to our community. Diana Ramos of Arizona Track and Field is the latest Wildcat giving back after volunteering with the University of Arizona campus pantry.
• Our athletics department is made up of many standout student-athletes from all our programs. We honored outstanding leaders who were among the best of the best and received our community service awards as well as some top team GPA awards.
• We have been honoring the legacy of Becky Bell who is retiring after 35 years of service as a leader, mentor, coach and friend at Arizona Athletics. Becky has impacted so many lives, and we want to wish her well in retirement. We invite you to click here to send her a message of congratulations, gratitude or thanks.
• Our athletics department staff continues to shine through these trying times. Get to know two of our newest Wildcats, Sarah Pruner from Marketing and LaChelle Stanley from Arizona Football, who have hit the ground running in helping Arizona Athletics build academic, athletic and life champions!
• Congratulations to Coach Shields and Arizona Men's Tennis on signing a top-10 rated recruiting class. The program continues its rise as a program of national prominence and a point of pride for the University of Arizona. Welcome to these newest Wildcats and Bear Down Arizona Men's Tennis.

   
WEAR THE COLORS – SHARE THE PHOTOS
 
Thank you for wearing the colors and sharing your Arizona pride! If your photo submission did not make this week's edition of the Wildcat Wednesday, please check our "Wear the Colors" album at facebook.com/ArizonaAthletics on Fridays.
 
NOTE: Please submit photos for Wildcat Wednesday with an original email to uofaad@arizona.edu using the subject line 'Wildcat Wednesday photo.' Also, please ensure all submissions are clear and properly lit. We also ask that you identify everyone in the photo so we can highlight them accordingly.
 
 
 
 
 
Continue being a proud Wildcat by

• Staying strong and being safe
• Renewing your Wildcat Club membership or Joining Today
• Wearing the colors and Bear Down with pride! Send us your wear the color photo to UofAAD@arizona.edu throughout the summer.

 
Bear Down,
 
Dave Heeke
Vice President and Director of Athletics