Community

Tempe annexes land for the first time since 2006

For the first time since 2006, Tempe will be expanding its boundaries and plans to transform part of north Tempe into improved residential living and retail opportunities. 

By Lauren Kobley | March 3, 2021

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ASU spent $70,000 on production for Amazon Prime Video show

ASU spent $70,000 on the production costs associated with the creation of their episode on Amazon Prime Video's "The College Tours."

By Anna Campbell | March 3, 2021

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JEDI grants to advance diversity in STEM

ASU's The College is expanding its efforts to bolster inclusivity in STEM to create a more welcoming environment. 

By Anusha Natarajan and Avianna Hoppes | March 2, 2021

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Here are the most interesting new ASU courses available in Fall 2021

Fall registration opened Feb. 18 with a variety of intriguing electives ASU students can take.

By Bella Dortch | March 1, 2021

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Active COVID-19 cases drop once again

Active COVID-19 cases within the ASU community decreased yet again on March 1.

By Ellie Borst and Wyatt Myskow | March 1, 2021

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Students, faculty advocate for awareness of anti-Asian racism

Cases of discrimination against Asian Americans have been growing throughout the pandemic. ASU students and faculty are working to spread awareness on the issue and its history.

By Kristen Apolline Castillo | February 28, 2021

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ASU students, faculty collaborate to investigate, trace COVID-19 cases

ASU students, faculty and other community volunteers come together to investigate and trace COVID-19 cases for the state and county.

By Anna Campbell | February 26, 2021

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ASU plans racial justice efforts through renamed LIFT Initiative

ASU is continuing its efforts to fight racial discrimination on campus through the LIFT Initiative.

By Salma Reyes | February 26, 2021

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ASU reports a continued decrease in COVID-19 cases in its community

COVID-19 cases in the ASU community continue to decline for another week.

By Anna Campbell | February 25, 2021

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Some students with disabilities no longer receiving early class registration

Some students registered with the Student Accessibility and Inclusive Learning Services are no longer receiving early class registration after SAILS updated their system that kept track of accommodations.

By Wyatt Myskow | February 25, 2021

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ASU settles with Rae'Lee Klein in court case over free speech

ASU agreed to pay journalism student Rae'Lee Klein $7,040 in a settlement of a lawsuit filed by Klein in October concerning free speech.

By Jeffrey Horst , Grace Lieberman and Wyatt Myskow | February 25, 2021

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Students prepare to enter health care workforce altered by pandemic

Students navigating their future careers in public health during the pandemic face unique challenges compared to students in other fields.

By Salma Reyes | February 24, 2021

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Virginia G. Piper Center to host events dedicated to Indigenous culture

The Virginia G. Piper Center at ASU has received a grant to host a variety of events celebrating Indigenous history and culture.

By Rithwik Kalale | February 24, 2021

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ASU continues downward COVID-19 trends as US surpasses 500,000 deaths

Cases within the ASU community continue to fall, with the total number of cases dropping by 45 since last Monday.

By Salma Reyes | February 22, 2021

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University of Oklahoma, ASU partner to expand Indigenous issue reporting

The Cronkite School and Gaylord Journalism College are working together to amplify coverage of Indigenous issues across the country. 

By Anusha Natarajan | February 22, 2021

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ASU Community Collaborative continues to help Westward Ho residents

ASU students and staff provide free services to the roughly 300 senior residents living at the Westward Ho through the ASU Community Collaborative.

By Lauren Kobley | February 22, 2021

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Video: Ever thought of relieving stress...with goats?

Goats converged on the Polytechnic campus last week for two student yoga sessions.

By Judah Brody | February 21, 2021

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Symphonic carillon continues to ring in Tempe during the pandemic

The ASU symphonic carillon has been with ASU since 1966. Even during a pandemic, the instrument continues to be an integral part of University history.

By Anna Campbell | February 20, 2021

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Renowned political activist Angela Davis talks racial justice with students

Civil rights and prison abolition activist Angela Davis shared her thoughts on racism in the criminal justice system and the modern-day Black Lives Matter movement.

By Salma Reyes | February 18, 2021

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Active COVID-19 cases within community continue to decrease

Active COVID-19 cases at ASU have decreased for the fifth straight week as of Thursday's update from the University.

By Kristen Apolline Castillo | February 18, 2021

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