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Aramark, AI, DEI at center of conversations during ASU Arizona Board of Regents meeting

Crow countered arguments from the public against the University's handling of DEI controversies and its use of AI.

By Sam Luba and Carsten Oyer | February 21, 2026

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Goldman Society strives to make social changes at ASU through community service

The Goldman Society offers an inclusive space for students to participate in social advocacy and community service.

By Kaitlyn Smitten | February 19, 2026

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USG Downtown works with PPGEN ASU to provide sexual health supplies, hygiene products

The Undergraduate Student Government Downtown recently announced a partnership with Planned Parenthood Generation Action at ASU to provide sexual health supplies to students.

By Sophia Keeling | February 18, 2026

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Government agencies come to ASU to recruit and connect with student veterans

Agencies like the FBI, Peace Corps and Department of Veterans Affairs recruited at a government career fair on the Tempe campus.

By Andi Ruiz | February 18, 2026

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Student governments work to represent international students

Student governments across ASU campuses work to get international students involved in the University.

By Quinn Wang | February 17, 2026

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ASU Watts College faculty were secretly recorded, accused of maintaining DEI policies

Accuracy In Media claims ASU is continuing diversity, equity and inclusion polices under new labels in violation of ABOR and federal government restrictions. 

By Andi Ruiz | February 16, 2026

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Tempe drink spiking ordinance to require drink testing kits, signage in bars

The new rules are intended to make it easier to report instances of drink spiking, according to the council member who introduced the ordinance.

By Kaitlyn Smitten | February 13, 2026

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Michael Crow discusses accessibility, fees, academic options at West Valley forum

ASU President Michael Crow responds to students' questions about the state of the University and ways it supports them.

By Quinn Wang | February 10, 2026

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Amid political turmoil, one ASU professor is urging engagement in civic conversations

While some professors have growing concerns about backlash for the topics they teach, one professor is encouraging more to engage in political discussions.

By Emma Bradford | February 9, 2026

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Tempe City Council candidates bring election conversation to campus

Four candidates for Tempe City Council attended a town hall discussion on campus, centering around student issues.

By Mia Sweador | February 5, 2026

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UPDATE: GSG freeze lifted after new president confirmed

The confirmation of Ramachandra Kulkarni as the new president of the Graduate Student Government allowed ASU to lift its pause on the organization.

By Mia Sweador | February 4, 2026

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USG-D hopes to improve student advocacy on Downtown Phoenix campus

Members of the Undergraduate Student Government Downtown were encouraged to submit Student Care Forms to help address students' issues.

By Mia Sweador | February 3, 2026

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Review: Melania, was it a diva up or a diva flop?

Melania Trump's documentary: fashion, glory and a stone-cold stare. 

By Emma Bradford | February 2, 2026

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Hundreds in Tempe protest ICE despite ASU's closure of Alumni Lawn at Old Main

Students and community members marched against ICE activity in solidarity with Minnesotans. 

By Grace Lawrence , Mia Sweador , Carsten Oyer and Andi Ruiz | January 30, 2026

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New club aims to combine politics and computer science, improve community

Political Computer Science was chartered at ASU this spring, and hopes to better the local community while teaching computer science skills to members.

By Sophia Keeling | January 28, 2026

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Rise in accidents involving pedestrians leads Phoenix to update jaywalking ordinance

A recent change in a Phoenix ordinance affects students who cross or stop in a roadway illegally.

By Emma Bradford | January 27, 2026

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BREAKING: Zipps Sports Grills searched as part of federal investigation, authorities say

Multiple Zipps Sports Grills in the Phoenix area, including one near the Tempe campus, were searched by federal law enforcement.

By Henry Smardo | January 26, 2026

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GSG operations frozen following president's resignation

The Graduate Student Government President's resignation resulted in a freeze in GSG operations.

By Mia Sweador | January 26, 2026

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ASU employs lobbying firm with ties to Trump administration

Four lobbyists were hired in 2024 with experience working for and with the Trump administration and Republican lawmakers.

By Andi Ruiz | January 21, 2026

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ICE backs out of ASU law event amid student petition, backlash

The University did not provide information on why ICE backed out of the event hosted by Sandra Day O'Connor College of Law.

By Mia Sweador | January 21, 2026

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