TUCSON, Ariz. (KVOA) - The University of Arizona has received a $20 million gift from the Garcia Family Foundation to enhance study abroad opportunities for students with financial need. This significant investment aims to make study abroad a core part of the student experience at the university, according to a news release.

"This historic investment from the Garcia Family Foundation will transform study abroad at the University of Arizona," said University President Suresh Garimella. "We are so grateful to the Garcia Family Foundation for this landmark gift."

The Garcia Family Foundation Scholarship for Study Abroad is designed to break down financial barriers and aims to triple study abroad participation by 2029. The first scholarships will be awarded in spring 2026, with plans to impr

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