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ASU men's basketball head coach Bobby Hurley shouts from the sidelines against Oregon State at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas on Wednesday, March 8, 2023. ASU won 63-57.

ASU extends basketball coach Bobby Hurley's contract through 2026

ASU men's basketball head coach Bobby Hurley has signed a two-year contract extension after an ...

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"The disability community and higher education institutions discuss accommodations amid COVID-19 pandemic." Illustration published on Wednesday, April 15, 2020.

Accessibility Dissonance: The disability community's overlooked fight for remote learning

By Itzia Crespo

The disability community and higher education institutions discuss accommodations amid COVID-19 pandemic.

"USG Tempe passed a resolution asking instructors to consider a pass/fail grading system for the fall 2020 semester." Illustration published on Wednesday, April 15, 2020.

Students, faculty clash with University on ASU-wide pass/fail policy

By Grace Lieberman , Wyatt Myskow and Erin Galindo

Students, faculty and USGT have called for a University-wide pass/fail system, but ASU said the shift isn't necessary.

"Pre-recorded sermons, live streamed services and community meetings on Zoom are the new normal for many community-focused faith groups." Illustration published on Monday, April 13, 2020.

Faith-based groups at ASU turn to virtual practices

By Greta Forslund

Rather than gathering in person at places of worship, students connect with their faith via Zoom and other livestream services.

Arizona Attorney General Mark Brnovich speaks at the 2016 Leadership Series in Glendale, Arizona, on Friday, Aug. 5, 2016. Regent Fred DuVal listens to an audience member speak at the Arizona Board of Regents meeting on Friday, Feb. 14, 2020, at Hayden Library on the Tempe campus.

Attorney General blasts ABOR over COVID-19 response

By Piper Hansen / Digital Editor-in-Chief

ABOR responds to Attorney General Mark Brnovich's request of health record disclosure in the interest of protecting public health.

"Virtual yoga classes are among the events taking place during social distancing." Illustration published on Thursday, April 9, 2020.

ASU student organizations host online events to promote school spirit

By Madeleine Williamson

Student organizations plan online events to promote school spirit despite being off campus.

"Internships across the country are being canceled or held remotely." Illustration published on Monday, April 13, 2020.

ASU students create website to track internship statuses

By Greta Forslund

The site, ismyinternshipcancelled.com, shows the decisions of companies worldwide about whether they will cancel or continue internships.

Graphic published on Sunday, March 15, 2020.

ASU to receive $63.5 million of COVID-19 aid from Department of Education

By Wyatt Myskow / Project Manager

ASU to receive $63.5 million from U.S. Department of Education in coronavirus relief aid.

"My schedule is emptier than before, but I’ve caught up on lost sleep." Illustration published on Wednesday, April 8, 2020.

Trying to adjust to the new norm

By Olivia Munson

I never realized how quickly my life could change until the coronavirus pandemic.

"The bill allocated $300 billion for one-time direct deposits to Americans who qualify." Illustration published Monday, April 6, 2020.

How the $2.2 trillion coronavirus stimulus deal impacts college students

By Piper Hansen and Madison Thomas / Digital Editor-in-Chief

The U.S. Government passed a $2.2 trillion bill aimed at offering economic relief during the coronavirus crisis.

Junior defenseman Gvido Jansons (3) gives the thumbs-up during practice on Tuesday, Oct. 1, 2019, at Oceanside Ice Arena in Tempe, Arizona.

Izturība: ASU hockey’s Gvido Jansons staying strong during time back home

By Avery Klatsky

After a 14 day isolation period, Latvian defenseman Gvido Jansons is doing his best to remain hopeful alongside his wife and family back home.

"The archive is a website dedicated to collecting photos, videos, documents and other submissions in order to provide a comprehensive look at life during the COVID-19 pandemic." Illustration published on Monday, April 6, 2020.

ASU professors create virtual COVID-19 archive accessible worldwide

By Greta Forslund

Members of the ASU history department created an online archive for documenting the COVID-19 pandemic for people across the world to contribute to.

Illustration published on Thursday, Feb. 14, 2019.

ASU moves Spring 2020 commencement online

By Vandana Ravikumar

"Graduation is on the horizon and we will come together to honor what you have accomplished," President Crow said.

Graphic published on Tuesday, March 3, 2020.

ASU offers $1,500 nonrefundable credit to students who move off-campus

By Vandana Ravikumar

The University said the decision would "minimize gathering of individuals" and "increase social distance in order to mitigate the spread of COVID-19."

"To pass the time while social distancing, here are five movies you can check out in the comfort of your own home." Illustration published on Thursday, March 26, 2020.

Five movies to watch while social distancing

By Koki Riley

Here are a few films to check out while you're isolating at home.

"For those affected, having all this free time seems like a perfect opportunity to reconnect with old friends and family, and, to be unceremonious about it, have a big ole party." Illustration published on Wednesday, April 1, 2020.

Opinion: It's past time for us to take social distancing seriously

By Ian Cummings

Students should social distance to protect their loved ones and minimize the spread of COVID-19.

"Among these are ASU Health Services, Counseling Services and the Center for Mindfulness, Compassion and Resilience, all of which are offering new remote services." Illustration published on Wednesday, April 1, 2020.

Health, counseling services go remote in response to COVID-19

By Greta Forslund

ASU health, counseling and well-being programs transition to online formats amid the COVID-19 pandemic.

ASU extends remote learning through summer sessions A, C

By Grace Lieberman

Session A and C summer courses will be held online, the University announced Wednesday.

"Professors are adjusting to teach remotely through Zoom." Illustration published on Tuesday, March 31, 2020.

Professors find unique challenges, solutions to online learning transition

By Grace Lieberman

Amid the transition to remote learning, ASU professors are adapting and helping others adapt to a completely new format of teaching.

"The census has also asked for on-campus students across the country to be counted at their universities, even if they are not currently living there." Illustration published on Tuesday, March 31, 2020.

Census Bureau updates guidelines for students amid COVID-19 pandemic

By Erin Galindo

The coronavirus outbreak has affected the 2020 census, but students who have moved off campus for the duration of the semester will still be counted by ASU.

ASU students and passersby walk in front of the Sandra Day O'Connor College Of Law on the downtown campus in Phoenix on Monday, Nov. 5, 2017.

ASU Student Bar Association voices concerns over new grading system

By Grace Lieberman

ASU's law school has given students the option to be graded as usual, or opt for a pass/fail system, a policy that is different from much of the University.

Letter from the Editor: The State Press’ ongoing coronavirus coverage

In order to streamline The State Press' coverage of the international outbreak of COVID-19, or the novel coronavirus, we’ve compiled a comprehensive page of the information you need to know.

ASU extends basketball coach Bobby Hurley's contract through 2026

Accessibility Dissonance: The disability community's overlooked fight for remote learning

Students, faculty clash with University on ASU-wide pass/fail policy

Faith-based groups at ASU turn to virtual practices

Attorney General blasts ABOR over COVID-19 response

ASU student organizations host online events to promote school spirit

ASU students create website to track internship statuses

ASU to receive $63.5 million of COVID-19 aid from Department of Education

Trying to adjust to the new norm

How the $2.2 trillion coronavirus stimulus deal impacts college students

Izturība: ASU hockey’s Gvido Jansons staying strong during time back home

ASU professors create virtual COVID-19 archive accessible worldwide

ASU moves Spring 2020 commencement online

ASU offers $1,500 nonrefundable credit to students who move off-campus

Five movies to watch while social distancing

Opinion: It's past time for us to take social distancing seriously

Health, counseling services go remote in response to COVID-19

ASU extends remote learning through summer sessions A, C

Professors find unique challenges, solutions to online learning transition

Census Bureau updates guidelines for students amid COVID-19 pandemic

ASU Student Bar Association voices concerns over new grading system

Letter from the Editor: The State Press’ ongoing coronavirus coverage

Sun Devils establish a new collegiate women's handball club, looking to grow the sport

Money's down, but vibes are up: Examining the resurgence of recession pop

ASU extends basketball coach Bobby Hurley's contract through 2026

Covid testing research website developed by ASU consolidates data for researchers

Letter from the Editor: The State Press’ ongoing coronavirus coverage

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