"Despite the challenges students face from posting pressure, social scrutiny and political hurdles, the influencers want to have a positive impact on their viewers."

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.



