"These self-proclaimed "influencers" often create content by interviewing students on their way to class, asking innocent questions about their taste in music or where their outfits are from."

Claire van Doren is the Echo desk editor, using her English Literature and Journalism majors to bring insightful, thought-provoking pieces to The State Press. She has a deep love of storytelling that extends to articles, television, podcasts, and novels.
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By Morgan Kubasko | January 21, 2026"He added that the fee aims to reduce the "digital divide," enabling students to access the same tools as their peers." Illustration by:
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By Flynn Musgraves | January 21, 2026"For Stuart, a show like 'Grey's Anatomy' is much more a drama than an accurate depiction of the field because it's too formulaic." Illustration by:
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By Anthony Cavale | January 21, 2026Stephanie Norman, ASU's associate head coach and director of basketball strategy, watches from the bench during a game against Eastern Washington on Saturday, Nov. 8, 2025, at Desert Financial Arena in Tempe. ASU won 73–58.



