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ASU's net position has increased by millions investing in buildings, other physical assets

In a meeting with The State Press, ASU's chief financial officer explained the University's financial position.

By Piper Hansen | March 18, 2022

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Wilson Hall to be demolished, replaced with new building after nearly 70 years of operation

After being temporarily relocated to the Novus 777 Tower, The School of Social Transformation will return to the new building replacing the Wilson Hall along with other University departments in August 2024.

By Andrea Ramirez | March 16, 2022

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Positive COVID-19 cases at ASU continue to decline for eighth week in a row

Following spring break, positive COVID-19 cases within the University community have decreased for the eighth week in a row.

By Andrea Ramirez | March 14, 2022

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We updated the ASU Salary Database for 2021. What do you want to know?

How much money does each ASU professor, coach or staff member make in 2021? Find out in The State Press' updated salary database.

By State Press Staff | March 14, 2022

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Masks, Daily Health Checks to no longer be required on ASU's campuses

On Monday, ASU will make the Daily Health Check optional, along with mask-wearing except in certain locations.

By Jasmine Kabiri | March 10, 2022

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Tempe community braces for future of traffic after Coyotes announce move to ASU

Some Tempe students and residents anticipate — and dread — the future of Tempe traffic after the Coyotes announced their new home in ASU's multipurpose arena.

By Andrea Ramirez | March 3, 2022

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Source audit: Demographic breakdown of who we talked to in Fall 2021

The results of The State Press' second published source audit show us where we can improve our outreach in Spring 2022.

By Anusha Natarajan | March 2, 2022

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ASU's Black African Coalition used student feedback to celebrate Black History Month

As part of Black History Month celebrations, student leaders with the Black African Coalition were able to provide the community with traditional, repeat events and introduce new ones. 

By Anitah Diggs | March 1, 2022

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Student arrested after police find explosive materials in Palo Verde East

Following social media posts showing explosives, an ASU student was arrested and charged with two counts of misconduct involving weapons. 

By Jasmine Kabiri | March 1, 2022

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Positive COVID-19 cases decline for sixth week in a row

Total number of positive COVID-19 tests decreased last week as testing across ASU campuses slowed down.

By Luke Chatham | February 28, 2022

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New ASU organization builds community and connections for Hawaiian students

Three ASU students have created a new organization to provide students from Hawai'i with resources to better adapt to college life.

By Lauren Kobley | February 24, 2022

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ASU students spread Tony's Chocolonely's mission for slavery-free chocolate

Four ASU students are helping spread Tony’s Chocolonely's message to eliminate illegal child labor and modern slavery in the cocoa industry as Changemakers on campus.

By Lauren Kobley | February 22, 2022

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Crow signals plans to remove mask mandate citing 'freedom of choice'

President Crow announced plans to ease indoor COVID-19 regulations in a meeting with The State Press last week.

By Jasmine Kabiri | February 21, 2022

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Grupos de estudiantes protestan por mejores servicios de agresión sexual de ASU

Alrededor de 40 manifestantes se reunieron en el campus de Tempe de ASU para protestar por mayores recursos y prevención de agresiones sexuales en la Universidad.

By Morgan Fischer and Caera Learmonth | February 21, 2022

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Student groups protest for better sexual assault services from ASU

Around 40 protesters gathered on ASU's Tempe campus to protest for increased sexual assault resources and prevention at the University.

By Morgan Fischer and Caera Learmonth | February 17, 2022

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Student volunteers build DIY air filters to combat COVID-19 in K-12 classrooms

For epidemiologist and ASU professor Megan Jehn, duct-taped boxes of a fan and filters built and delivered by student volunteers are the DIY solution to poor air filtration in K-12 classrooms.

By Luke Chatham | February 16, 2022

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Trip to Hawaii organized by Barrett, The Honors College receives backlash

A spring break trip organized by Barrett, The Honors College left some students concerned about contributions to COVID-19 risks that continue to affect the local Hawaiian community.

By Sadie Buggle | February 14, 2022

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Residents living in Roosevelt Point report rat infestation in units

Students are still frustrated with lack assistance in dealing with rat infestation, despite reaching out to Roosevelt Point management who provide few solutions.

By Sadie Buggle | February 14, 2022

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COVID-19 cases at ASU continue to decrease for fourth week in a row

The total number of known positive COVID-19 cases amid the ASU community has decreased to 251.

By Luke Chatham | February 14, 2022

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ASU student aids local homeless population at Tempe Beach Park

Austin Davis, a senior at ASU, created AZ HUGS for the Houseless to provide meals, supplies and care to the homeless population in the Tempe and Phoenix communities. 

By Lauren Kobley | February 10, 2022

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