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Changing majors can subject students to stereotypes, pressure

ASU students who have changed their major weigh the pros and cons of their decisions.

By Grace Lawrence | January 22, 2026

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ASU employs lobbying firm with ties to Trump administration

Four lobbyists were hired in 2024 with experience working for and with the Trump administration and Republican lawmakers.

By Andi Ruiz | January 21, 2026

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ASU adds a new student fee for 'Advanced Technology'

ASU adds a new fee for the fall 2026 semester, leading to conversations about the role of AI in education.

By Grace Lawrence and Meghana Yerragovula | January 21, 2026

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Student organizations emphasize the importance of networking for STEM majors

Student science, technology, engineering and math organizations provide networking events and opportunities to help students make connections and find community.   

By Allison Lillestol | January 21, 2026

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ICE backs out of ASU law event amid student petition, backlash

The University did not provide information on why ICE backed out of the event hosted by Sandra Day O'Connor College of Law.

By Mia Sweador | January 21, 2026

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Students protest national ICE activity, Trump administration

Organizations come together to hold two demonstrations on Tempe campus to protest ICE, immigration concerns and the current administration. 

By Sam Luba , Grace Lawrence and MJ Martinez | January 20, 2026

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Tempe City Council candidates find policy agreements, differences at pre-election forum

Candidates for the Tempe City Council discussed current issues impacting voters at a forum ahead of the March election.

By Mia Sweador | January 15, 2026

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Tempe road closures loom as officials detail preparation process and strategies

Tempe and ASU officials break down their event preparation process, including closing off roads.

By Emilio Alvarado | January 14, 2026

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Expert promotes work-life integration over work-life balance for students

Full-time working students express the struggle of balancing a social life and their work schedules.

By Grace Lawrence | January 14, 2026

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Hundreds protest on the Tempe campus in solidarity with the Iranian people

ASU students, faculty and members of the local community demonstrated against the Iranian government.

By Kate Gore and Andi Ruiz | January 14, 2026

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Mark Brnovich, former Arizona attorney general and ASU alumnus, dies at 59

ASU and State Press alumnus Mark Brnovich dies at 59.

By Emma Bradford | January 13, 2026

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Arizona Board of Regents grant invests in research with defense, commercial uses

Researchers received funding to develop technologies with dual-use opportunities, including drone charging networks and radio frequency navigation systems.

By Kate Gore and Carsten Oyer | January 7, 2026

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Tempe City Council candidate's signs defaced with antisemitic iconography

Multiple campaign signs of a Tempe City Council candidate were vandalized with antisemitic imagery and symbols.

By Andi Ruiz | January 6, 2026

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BREAKING: High-ranked wide receiver picks ASU in transfer portal

After a breakout season in Colorado, Omarion Miller joins the Sun Devils, hoping to continue his production.

By Alex Swift | January 5, 2026

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BREAKING: Former Kentucky quarterback Cutter Boley transfers to ASU

Former Kentucky quarterback Cutter Boley commits to the Sun Devils. 

By Eric Pacheco | January 3, 2026

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Is ASU's high acceptance rate hurting Sun Devils? Students weigh in

ASU students share their opinions on how the growing acceptance rate has affected their classes, transportation and overall campus culture.

By Daniela Torres Martinez | January 2, 2026

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Personal transportation theft remains top ASU crime despite positive downward trend

Personal transportation devices such as bicycles and scooters remain the No. 1 crime at ASU, despite a decline in overall thefts compared with previous years.

By Diana Nychyporuk | December 30, 2025

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Conservatives confront party fractures, protesters at AmericaFest 2025 in Phoenix

Some speakers at the annual conservative gathering, AmericaFest, in Phoenix turned on each other as others sought to keep the peace.

By Emma Bradford and Carsten Oyer | December 23, 2025

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Pitchfork Pantry loses $20,000 from changes to GSG budget

Graduate Student Government was required to eliminate a budget line item that provided funding to the Pitchfork Pantry organization. 

By Carsten Oyer | December 19, 2025

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School of Computing and Augmented Intelligence announces doctoral degree in AI

A degree was announced in early December that will enable students to apply for a Ph.D. in AI. 

By Kate Gore | December 18, 2025

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