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Student advocates look to increase education about benefits of the approved Prop. 308

Since Prop. 308 passed in 2022, eligible students' tuition has been reduced by over 150%, expanding access to higher education for undocumented students.

By Ghadiel Navarrete | September 7, 2023

Hit the books: Budding teachers comment on the current state of the education system

Educators in Arizona are facing a teacher shortage, the underfunding of schools and pressure from legislators, and students at ASU's Mary Lou Fulton Teachers College are not exempt — even before their professional career begins.

By Fatima Gabir | April 27, 2023

MathGPT is incoming; how it fits into undergraduate math education

MathGPT is in development to change the way students learn from math textbooks. It is designed to teach reasoning skills, not just the final results.

By Sophia Ramirez | April 27, 2023

Student-made documentary highlights importance of worldwide literacy

“The Sunflower Kids” is a documentary made by ASU graduate students focused on SolarSPELL's impact and the relationship between accessible information and empowering learners.

By Cristina Robles | April 13, 2023

A rocky road: Expanding the male-dominated music industry

Beats by Girlz and Girls Rock! Phoenix serve communities underrepresented in the male- and masculine-dominated music industry.

By Savannah Dagupion | April 12, 2023

Connection lost: When the educational digital divide becomes a chasm

Though the University has a plethora of iCourses and digital academic tools at its disposal, students who lack stable access to technology are being left behind.

By Savannah Dagupion and Madeline Nguyen | March 30, 2023

Free expression Senate bill seen as redundant by lawmakers in Arizona Capitol

An Arizona Senate bill aims to expand First Amendment expression at public state universities and community colleges even though Democratic lawmakers are calling the provisions redundant and unneccessary.

By Grey Gartin | March 16, 2023

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Satire: A response from one of your 'Black Sun Devils'

On Feb. 16, ASU sent an email out to its Black students with information on celebrating Black History Month. But, for numerous reasons, the email is tone-deaf.

By Sam McGee | February 28, 2023

The ASU nursing program receives $5.5 million grant for summer applicants

The $5.5 million grant will help with nurse training and providing new faculty for nursing students and programs in an effort to address Arizona's nursing shortage.

By Lauren Boykins | February 22, 2023

Where science meets story: 10 years of March Mammal Madness

March Mammal Madness combines narrative and scientific strategies to make learning about biology fun for people of all age groups and education levels.

By River Graziano | February 14, 2023

Anatomy of a Super Bowl field: The science of soil and 300 gallons of paint

An inside look at the extensive, nearly year-long process that is preparing the field for the Super Bowl LVII.

By Logan Stanley | February 9, 2023

Incarceration reframed concept of community for student Cordero Holmes

An inmate English class inspired Cordero Holmes, one of 2023's MLK award recipients, to have a greater love for community and the value of education.

By Karen Bartunek | February 7, 2023

Opinion: Higher education should replicate ASU's approach with high school students

ASU's early acceptance letters initiative models a new, more inclusive vision of college admissions that other universities should espouse.

By Mia Osmonbekov | January 31, 2023

Opinion: Pay teachers, not their tuition

In an attempt to solve the teacher crisis, Arizona infused $15 million into tuition scholarships for teachers, a solution that fails to address the root of the problem.

By Mia Osmonbekov | January 18, 2023

Meet the first American ASU student in over 20 years selected as a 2023 Rhodes Scholar

Nathaniel Ross is ASU's first American Rhodes Scholar in over 20 years and hopes to change the narrative around disability rights.

By Alyssa Bickle | December 1, 2022

Opinion: Kelly and Hobbs' victories could lead to positive changes in state policy

Democratic wins by Mark Kelly and Katie Hobbs represent the chance for positive changes in Arizona policies across the board.

By Aaron Stigile and Mia Osmonbekov | December 1, 2022

Students reflect on the most impactful classes at ASU

ASU students reflect on the most impactful classes they've taken, especially the ones that place emphasis on learning, rather than structure.

By Alyssa Bickle | November 17, 2022

Opinion: Voters proved to be more progressive than politicians through ballot propositions

Arizonans and around the U.S. demonstrated through ballot propositions their willingness to vote for progressive legislation, bucking what their politicians believe they should do.

By Aaron Stigile | November 17, 2022

Meet the ASU club designing robots built for destruction

ASU club focuses on designing and building robots to fight each other in an arena. The ultimate goal is to join the BattleBots competition.

By Tyson Wildman | November 14, 2022

Medical program in Italy reignites ASU student's passion for future

ASU medical student participated in medical fellowship program DoctorsinItaly which provides opportunities to learn healthcare in the international scene.

By Alyssa Bickle | November 14, 2022

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