Campus Life

ASU continues building for the future, students have ideas of their own

ASU is currently in the process of constructing several new buildings with the Biodesign C building as the most prominent. While the school is working hard for future students, current students want to see their ideas become reality before graduation.

By Anthony Totri | November 3, 2016

Folklórico dancers perform for the "A Day in Mexico" celebration on Nov. 1, 2016.

Día de los Muertos event brings the Mexican celebration to ASU

The cultural tradition of Día de los Muertos was celebrated at ASU for the first time this year, connecting the large Hispanic population at the school with their culture, even far from home.

By Chris McCrory | November 2, 2016

Students at ASU pose for a group picture to show support for Standing Rock on Oct. 30, 2016.

Students at ASU gather to support Sioux reservation impacted by Dakota Access Pipeline

ASU students are showing solidarity with protesters at Standing Rock.

By Blakely McHugh | November 2, 2016

Volunteers wash the feet of homeless individuals at a Bakpak event.

ASU students start organization to alleviate homelessness in Phoenix

Homelessness is a big issue in the Valley, and an ASU student is doing something about it.

By Alexis Egeland | November 2, 2016

ASU mascot Sparky practices doing push-ups before a game against the USC Trojans in the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum on Saturday, Oct. 1, 2016.

Former 1980's Sparky talks starting push-up tradition

Past Sparky remembers his love for ASU when his son decides to become a Sun Devil.

By Alexa Buechler | October 31, 2016

Graphic by Chuck Dries. Edited for Halloween episode by Johanna Huckeba

State Press Play: ASU's Haunted Halloween Edition

On this special edition of State Press Play, audio editor Alex Watts talks with videographer Jordan Evans about the research and production of his video 'Haunted Hallways: Urban Legends of the ASU Tempe campus'. From disputed accounts of tragic events to doors closing in empty rooms, this episode has plenty to be spooked about.

By Alexandra Watts | October 31, 2016

The Matthews Center is pictured on Friday, Oct. 30, 2015, on the Tempe campus.

Video: Haunted Hallways on the ASU Tempe Campus

Looking for some spooky stories about ASU? Check out this feature about two supposedly haunted buildings on the ASU Tempe campus.

By Jordan Evans | October 31, 2016

Sparky posing on ASU Campus between 1951-1953.

A brief history of Sparky the Sun Devil

Sparky the Sun Devil has been entertaining ASU students and fans ever since his inception by former Disney employee Berk Anthony.

By Jeff Darge | October 30, 2016

ASU football player Emerson Harvey became the school's first-ever African-American football student-athlete in 1937.

Remembering Emerson Harvey, the first black varsity football player at ASU

In 1937, ASU, then Arizona State Teachers College, saw the arrival of Emerson Harvey, the school's first black varsity athlete.

By Jeff Darge | October 30, 2016

Barrett censors nude artwork from student publication

Editors of the Normal Noise magazine accused Barrett, the Honors College and ASU of censorship after officials from the college refused to allow a piece of art depicting a nude female form to be displayed in the magazine’s spring 2016 issue.

By Alexis Egeland and Chris McCrory | October 27, 2016

Get Sun Devil spooky with the 'most innovative' Halloween costumes

Only the #1 most innovative university in the country can give those traditional angel and devil costumes a run for their money.

By Emma Sounart | October 27, 2016

Pedestrians cross the street at the intersection of 1st and Taylor streets on the Downtown campus on Sept. 19, 2016.

Safety for the blind: downtown Phoenix proves hazardous for ASU students with disabilities

Blind students at ASU, especially at the high-traffic Downtown Phoenix campus, face a unique set of challenges that make it harder for them to go about their daily lives and avoid hazards such as cars.

By Chris McCrory | October 26, 2016

Leonela Urrutia, sophomore political science major, poses for a photo at the Tempe campus on Friday Oct. 21, 2016.

First-generation student awarded study abroad scholarship

Political science sophomore and first-generation student was awarded the ISA Planning Scholarship for ASU study abroad.

By Gabriella Bachara | October 26, 2016

Members of the ASU-Kinnaird program pose for a photo.

ASU collaborates with Pakistani college to teach American literature

ASU partners with Kinnaird College for Women in Pakistan to advance knowledge in American literature and break down stereotypes about the two countries.

By Blakely McHugh | October 26, 2016

Kanak Jha, broacast journalism senior, and Bhavna Ramesh, biomedical engineering sophomore, practice their Bollywood dance at the Sun Devil Fitness Center on Monday Oct. 24, 2016.

Andaaz celebrates culture and dedication to Bollywood Dance at ASU

ASU's only Bollywood dance team brings students together who share a love and passion for South Asian culture and dance.

By Kaitlyn Kor | October 25, 2016

Making Strides walk participants cross Tempe Town Lake on the Mill Avenue bridge on Saturday, Oct. 22, 2016.

Colleges Against Cancer raise money for cancer, but face drop off

The ASU chapter of the American Cancer Society Colleges Against Cancer is always looking for new ways to promote and raise money for their cause. The only problem is their lack of participation from current members and other ASU students.

By Anthony Totri | October 24, 2016

Bhakti Yoga Club brings historical and modern interpretations together

While sticking to the historical roots and focusing on meditation, the yoga sessions also incorporate flexibility, fitness, and relaxation.

By Emma Sounart | October 24, 2016

Members of the Sun Devil Riders Club meet at a group event.

The devil wears leather: Sun Devil Riders Club

ASU club Sun Devil Riders holds group rides for students at all levels of motorcycle riding.

By Jeff Darge | October 23, 2016

Fans enter Sun Devil Stadium with clear plastic bags during a game against UCLA on Oct. 8, 2016.

Sun Devil Athletics cracking down on enforcement of bag policy

ASU's clear bag policy has limited fans to what they can bring into the Sun Devil Stadium.

By Anthony Totri | October 23, 2016

Barrett, the Honors College: Is it worth it?

Barrett students have many requirements in order to stay in the program, but there are also a lot of perks. Are the perks enough for students to stay in the program?

By Blakely McHugh | October 20, 2016

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