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The Farce Side comedy show at ASU's Memorial Union in Tempe, Arizona on Friday, Feb. 24, 2017.

When comedy becomes an act of rebellion

In the face of an administration many see as unjust, comedy may be the most powerful weapon.

By David Marino | February 27, 2017

Students pose for a photo outside of Hillel together.

Jewish Sun Devils express anger of anti-Semitic rhetoric in Tempe

Jewish life on campus discusses the reactions within their community and how ASU has handled the situation at hand.

By Marci Bandala | February 23, 2017

ASU professor Len Downie Jr. poses for a photo in his office on Feb. 22, 2017.

ASU professors not overly concerned with Trump's anti-press rhetoric

President Trump called the media the 'enemy of the American people' and earned many strong reactions, but some ASU professors said the comments aren't as concerning as they sound.

By Mitchell Atencio | February 23, 2017

The NCAA needs to make changes to its existing investigative procedures

The NCAA's process of investigating infractions must be addressed because of its inconsistencies.

By Alexandra Wolfe | February 22, 2017

Barrett students study and relax in the Barrett courtyard on Feb. 9, 2017.

Special topic seminars add unique spin to honors education

Honors students can take HON 394 electives that allow them to delve deeply into a variety of topics that they might not usually encounter in an academic setting

By Carly Golding | February 9, 2017

Scene from the 2016 Columbia Pictures film "Passengers," starring Chris Pratt and Jennifer Lawrence.

"Passengers" proves that even space explorers can't escape sexism

Behind its starry veneer, this cosmic romance has some harmful implications on women, gender roles, and interpersonal relationships.

| February 6, 2017

Students face large divide between STEM and art majors

Students and faculty discuss the difficulties of producing well-rounded graduates without exposing students to more than a narrow subset of disciplines and perspectives.

By Carly Golding | February 2, 2017

Use technology to expand your horizons, not numb your mind

Students should take advantage of technology to create meaning in their lives, rather than allowing narcissism on social media to consume their happiness.

By Brenley Markowitz | January 31, 2017

The media is skewing our ideas about sex

Popular films and TV shows are reinforcing unhealthy sexual standards.

By Sky Jordan | January 30, 2017

We need to point out the problematic parts of the things we enjoy. Illustration published Monday, Nov. 28, 2016.

It’s OK to like problematic things

It’s okay to like problematic stuff. Just be sure to educate yourself, too.

By Libby Allnatt | November 28, 2016

Sarah Jessica Parker and Kristin Davis in Sex and the City in 1998.

The media we're consuming is consuming us

"When I first moved to New York and I was totally broke, sometimes I would buy Vogue instead of dinner. I felt it fed me more."

By Sky Jordan | November 17, 2016

Nicholas Whitaker, training and development manager at Google News Lab, speaks at the Must See Monday series at the Cronkite School on Monday, Oct. 24, 2016.

Google News Lab partners with ASU to further journalistic development

Google News Labs is working with ASU to expand a national network of journalism schools using Google technology.

By Madison Arnold | November 2, 2016

Social movements need media attention to thrive

It seems like everybody is condemning the media these days, but without it, many important issues would fall through the cracks.

By Savannah Haas | September 12, 2016

Sheriff Joe Arpaio waits to speak at the Hyatt Regency for the Arizona Republican Party on November 4, 2015.

Sheriff Joe Arpaio: A man of the law and of the people

Despite how you feel about his policies, Sheriff Joe is a normal person like the rest of us.

By Austen Bundy | April 13, 2016

Focus on mudslinging blurs information regarding presidential race

Mudslinging in the media has made it tough to educate ourselves on the presidential race.

By Gabby Hirniese | March 22, 2016

ASU MainStage drops the boys to the curb, adding seven women playwrights for the 2015-2016 theater season

ASU's MainStage lineup for the 2015-2016 season features a voice not generally heard, the voice of women.

By Ryan Santistevan | September 16, 2015

Andaaz dances to Bollywood America

Andaaz, ASU’s Bollywood dance team, makes their way to North America’s Filmi-Fusion International Dance Championship: Bollywood America. Lucky for Andaaz they don’t have far to go, as the competition will be held at the Orpheum Theatre in downtown Phoenix.

By Alicia Gonzales | April 21, 2015

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