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WATER TALK: NBC News' Anne Thompson moderates a discussion Thursday night at the Discovery Town Hall event at the Galvin Playhouse between (from left to right) Sustainability Scholar, Grady Gammage Junior, General Manager of Nevada Water Authority, Patricia Mulroy, Director of Communications for Climate Central, Dr. Heidi M. Cullen, and former Governor of New Mexico Bill Richardson as they examine how shifting climate patterns are stressing our freshwater resources and how we can develop better, more sustainable water practices. (Photo by Rosie Gochnour)

‘Changing Planet’ panel discusses water scarcity

A four-person panel met on the Tempe campus Thursday to address what changes in climate, population and technology mean for water use and conservation.

By Ryan McCullough | August 25, 2011

Payson campus decision could come before year’s end

ASU officials expect to make a final decision about constructing a campus in the town of Payson — about 90 miles northeast of Phoenix —before next year.

By Leandra Huffer | August 22, 2011

PAINTED FACE: Students gathered at the Downtown campus Saturday night to enjoy cotton candy and face painting at Sparky's Carnival. (Photo by Amy Ortega)

Carnival reflects Downtown campus growth

The Fall Welcome event Sparky’s Carnival held on the Downtown campus Saturday might have symbolized the growth of ASU’s presence in downtown Phoenix.

By Brennan Smith | August 22, 2011

REVAMPING RESIDENCIES: The summer renovations of Manzanita Halls continue as school starts for the fall semester. (Photo by Rosie Gochnour)

Manzanita Hall renovation begins

Formal renovation of Manzanita Hall on the Tempe campus began last week — a remodeling project expected to be complete by fall 2013.

By Kharli Mandeville | August 21, 2011

Student, professor honored at White House

An ASU student and professor were recognized at the White House Thursday as part of an Obama Administration program that recognizes people who do great things in their communities.

By Melissa Mistero | August 21, 2011

Short-staffed USG has high hopes for new year

Both USG Dowtown and USG West are in need of more staffers, but representatives expect USG as a single, multi-campus entity to remain strong.

By Thania A. Betancourt | August 17, 2011

SWAMPED: The Student Recreation Complex re-opened after being closed for one week due to a malfunctioning pipe. (Photo by Shawn Raymundo)

SRC reopens doors after flooding forces repairs

The Student Recreation Complex reopened Wednesday morning a week after flooding from a water pipe break closed down the facility.

By Shawn Raymundo | August 17, 2011

INTELLECTUAL ELITE: ASU President Michael Crow speaks to students on all campuses through a video broadcast last semester. Crow was recently selected as one of the top 25 thinkers by Slate Magazine. (Photo by Aaron Lavinsky)

Slate magazine recognizes Crow as real-world problem solver

ASU President Michael Crow was named one of “The Most Innovative and Practical Thinkers of our Time” this month by news website Slate magazine.

By Newlin Tillotson | August 17, 2011

A student walks his bike through the Tempe campus. A new campaign "Walk Your Wheels" encourages students to walk rather than ride bikes and skateboards through crowded areas on campus. (Photo by Shawn Raymundo)

USG to begin pedestrian safety campaign

The Undergraduate Student Government is spearheading a campaign this fall that encourages students to get off their bikes, skateboards and scooters and walk to class instead.

By Shawn Raymundo | August 17, 2011

Pat Tillman Veterans Center opens in Memorial Union

The Pat Tillman Veterans Center opened Tuesday in the Memorial Union becoming ASU’s first centralized office designed to help veteran students transition from the military to college life.

By Kharli Mandeville | August 16, 2011

‘Save Pell Day’ fights against Pell Grant cuts

On July 26, more than 30 thousand letters were sent to Congress advocating that the Pell Grant be spared from pending budget cuts.

By Ryan McCullough | July 31, 2011

University funding could soon be performance-based

The board of regents is finalizing a performance-based funding plan that will need to be completed and sent to the Legislature by an Oct. 1 deadline.

By Katherine Torres | July 24, 2011

Historic buildings, namesakes, now being documented

ASU Media Relations representative Judith Smith noticed that many people didn’t know the namesakes of several building around campus, and she is now looking to change that.

By Katherine Torres | July 17, 2011

ASU loses Art Museum curator

John Spiak, the curator of the Arizona State University Art Museum, will be leaving in August.

By Colin Lecher | July 17, 2011

ASU Prep Academy set to expand into high school

The ASU Preparatory Academy will expand to include ninth grade freshman and later grades kindergarten through 12 over the next few years.

By Amy Matro | June 26, 2011

Regents approve extension of Crow’s contract

Crow’s contract was set to expire June 30, 2012. Under the terms of the new contract, he will continue his appointment through June 30, 2017.

By Colin Lecher | June 19, 2011

History professor tackles Pearl Harbor mystery on PBS

Eduardo Pagan was offered a position as a co-host on PBS’ “History Detectives,” where he will be doing more investigating — this time, on historical puzzles.

By Colin Lecher | June 19, 2011

Photo professor receives Guggenheim Fellowship

ASU professor Betsy Schneider received cash from a Guggenheim Fellowship and has embarked on her new project, “Thirteen,” documenting the lives of 13-year-olds.

By Colin Lecher | June 12, 2011

Three deans leave ASU

In the weeks leading up to the end of the year, three ASU deans announced they were leaving the University to pursue other opportunities.

By Colin Lecher | June 12, 2011

Business school creates online option for IT program

A new online degree option at the W. P. Carey School of Business allows professionals in the world of information systems greater flexibility in their pursuit of an education.

By Ryan McCullough | June 5, 2011

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