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The Arizona legislature sent a proposal to the federal government May 1 that would create a spent nuclear fuel recycling facility to serve the nation.

Spent nuclear fuel recycling proposal generates questions

A proposal from the Arizona legislature that would create a spent nuclear fuel recycling facility serving the nation has raised questions among environmental groups.

By Danielle Grobmeier | May 21, 2012

Q&A: Todd Graham on student involvement

The State Press recently sat down with Graham and discussed his plans to change the way the students and football team interact.

By William Boor | May 20, 2012

Quick eyes big sophomore season

Bustling through the line at Chick-Fil-A in the Memorial Union on ASU’s Tempe Campus is a freshman with the laid-back and calm personality of a seasoned golf veteran.

By John McKelvey III | May 20, 2012

Following a fiscal study released by ABOR March 26 that stated Arizona universities have saved students $40.1 million on the cost of their textbooks over the past five years, students continue to search for cheaper alternatives. (Photo by Marissa Krings)

Students look beyond campus buy-back options

An Arizona Board of Regents study claims university textbook buying programs have saved students millions since 2006, but the campus community continues to look for deals off-campus.

By Kharli Mandeville | April 23, 2012

Austin Quick tees off at the ASU Thunderbird Invitational. Quick was one of the bright spots in an otherwise disappointing season for the ASU men’s golf team. (Photo by Sam Rosenbaum)

Men’s golf likely to miss postseason after rebuilding year

With a new coach and seven of the nine golfers without prior collegiate experience, the Sun Devils were young and looked tremendously different than last year’s squad.

By Justin Janssen | April 23, 2012

The Undergraduate Student Government Walk Your Wheels Campaign on the Tempe campus will still continue on next school year and is still supported by University administration. (Photo by Shawn Raymundo)

Walk Your Wheels to continue into next school year

The University administration is supportive of the Undergraduate Student Government initiative Walk Your Wheels and is allowing the campaign to continue for another year to build campus support.

By Shawn Raymundo | April 23, 2012

Florence Welch performs on stage at the Comerica Theatre, April 20, 2012. (Photo by Cheman Cuan)

Florence and the Machine galvanizes Phoenix

Welch’s April 20 performance transcended beyond a musical set into an opera-esque drama.

By Mitchell Bobman | April 22, 2012

University faculty, staff and students have handled student deaths in different ways over the past year. (Photo by Lisa Bartoli)

Campus community grieves student deaths

The University community has faced several student deaths during the 2011-2012 school year that impacted faculty, staff and students.

By Danielle Grobmeier | April 22, 2012

Tillman’s legacy at Pat’s Run continued by 28,000

With Pat Tillman in mind, ASU alumni, students and Valley residents crossed the 42-yard finish line at Sun Devil Stadium on Saturday to honor the fallen solider.

By Thania A. Betancourt | April 22, 2012

Tempe is now one of the few cities in Arizona that recycles fibers or used clothing, which is not only good for the environment but also creates more jobs. (Photo by Shelby Bernstein)

Tempe adds clothing to Earth Day recyclables

Tempe incorporated clothing for the first time into its annual recycle-thon Earth Day event on Saturday.

By Michelle Peirano | April 22, 2012

Michael Eubank looks to pass in Saturday’s Spring Game. Eubank is one of three quarterbacks competing for the starting position and threw for two touchdowns in the scrimmage. (Photo by Sam Rosenbaum)

Offense shines in ASU spring game

Albeit against a simplified defense, the Sun Devils’ offense scored touchdowns on 10 of their 19 possessions and three of those touchdowns were plays of 40 yards of more.

By William Boor | April 22, 2012

Andrew Bird whistles way into concertgoers’ hearts

By connecting to the audience through banter and exceptional music, Bird played the roles of musician, maestro and raconteur.

By Mitchell Bobman | April 19, 2012

Pat Tillman (left) walks out for a pre-game coin toss. Tillman will be honored Saturday during the eighth annual Pat’s Run. (Photo courtesy of Sun Devil Athletics Media Relations)

Pat’s Run, spring game to highlight weekend

Prior to Saturday’s spring game, the Pat Tillman Foundation will host the eighth annual Pat’s Run in honor of the late Pat Tillman.

By William Boor | April 19, 2012

Football coach Todd Graham holds up a T-shirt at a press conference Thursday morning to announce the football team’s plan to return to Camp Tantozona this summer. (Photo courtesy of Steve Rodriguez)

Football to raise funds, return to Camp Tontozona

If the team raises the necessary funds to return, the Sun Devils will attend Camp Tontozona with a scrimmage set to take place on Aug. 18.

By William Boor and Master Tesfatsion | April 19, 2012

Litefoot, a Native American rapper and actor, spoke about his career Wednesday afternoon at Neeb Hall on Tempe campus. (Photo by Cameron Tattle)

‘Indian in the Cupboard’ star visits ASU

Actor and rapper Gary Davis, better known by his stage name Litefoot, spoke on the Tempe campus Wednesday about his career and motivation to succeed.

By Gabrielle Olson | April 18, 2012

Participants of the 2010 Undie Run wait for the run to start. Despite funding issues, the Undie Run will be taking place Tuesday, April 24. (Photo by Beth Easterbrook)

ASU Undie Run moves locations, on schedule

The Undie Run has moved locations, but will go on as planned.

By Shawn Raymundo | April 18, 2012

Jake Barrett throws a pitch in a game against UC Riverside on Feb. 26. Barrett and the Sun Devils’ bullpen are key contributors to the team’s recent success. (Photo by Sam Rosenbaum)

Consistency, camaraderie vital to bullpen’s success

ASU has won eight out of its last nine contests partly thanks to the consistency of the veteran relievers.

By Kyle Newman | April 18, 2012

Andrew Aplin hits a home run in the first inning of Tuesday’s game against UA. Aplin finished with three hits and two RBI in the Sun Devils’ 12–8 victory over the Wildcats. (Photo by Sam Rosenbaum)

Sun Devils surge late to topple Wildcats

In an ASU-UA rivalry that’s filled with tradition — not to mention animosity — the two schools added another exciting chapter to the series in the Sun Devils’ 12–8 victory Tuesday night.

By Kyle Newman | April 17, 2012

Blackboard and University Technology Office officials finalized plans early April for a Blackboard app to open for all smartphone users to access class announcements, grades and discussion boards. (Photo by Taylor Lineberger)

Blackboard releases free app for smartphone users

Blackboard opened a free app early April for all smartphone users to streamline mobile access to the online education platform.

By Thania A. Betancourt | April 17, 2012

The ASU Travel Survey can be taken through MyASU and will be used to gauge the different ways students travel to and from campus. Students who participate in the survey are entered for a chance to win an Apple iPad. (Photo by Mackenzie McCreary)

Survey to help University predict traffic patterns

An ASU Travel Survey could bring future transportation improvements and transit investments that will have a direct impact on faculty and students.

By Alexa Haynes | April 17, 2012

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