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Arizona teacher melds passion, experience in special education teaching

“Everyone around me kept saying, ‘You know you’re a teacher. You’ve been a teacher your whole life. You teach ballet, you teach cheer, you teach soccer, you teach gymnastics. You’re a teacher,’” Papacek said.

By Madison Alder | April 10, 2015

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ASU President Michael Crow: University has seen positive growth

The Arizona Board of Regents approved leases for ASU to expand student housing.

By Shelby Slade | April 9, 2015

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Gov. Ducey tells Regents he's committed to higher education

Gov. Doug Ducey told the Arizona Board of Regents he's prepared to work with them on Arizona's higher education system.

By Shelby Slade | April 9, 2015

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ASU's undie run cancelled due to lack of funding

The BB Run, formerly known as the Undie Run, will not be happening this year.

By Shelby Slade | April 9, 2015

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Tempe Police: Convicted felon commuting to a gang tattoo session discovered with machete

The man said he had been sharpening the machete while sitting in front of a friend’s house earlier that day.

By Aimee Plante | April 9, 2015

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Tempe debates ending food tax, following in Phoenix's steps

A Tempe city council member is working to end the food tax, which he says disproportionately affects lower income residents.

By Corina Vanek | April 9, 2015

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Transgender actress, activist Laverne Cox speaks at ASU

Transgender actress and activist Laverne Cox came to ASU to share her experiences as a transgender woman and inspire the community to create change of their own.

By Jessica Suerth | April 8, 2015

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ASU choir seeks to make a difference to lives of kids with autism

The choir, which is run by students and volunteers, works to build friendships and community for students.

By Sarah Yong | April 8, 2015

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Tempe Police: Woman catches man watching her dogs in living room

The home’s owner caught the man watching her dogs while he stood in the living room.

By Aimee Plante | April 8, 2015

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ASU seeks to help first-generation college student by connecting them with resources

For many ASU students, being the first person to successfully complete a four-year degree can be a daunting task, but ASU is seeking help students succeed.

By Sydney Greene | April 8, 2015

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Tempe Undergraduate Student Government recognizes Armenian Genocide, paves way for gender-neutral facilities

Tempe Undergraduate Student Government voted to recognize and commemorate the 100th anniversary of the Armenian Genocide and pave the way for more gender-neutral facilities on campus. 

By Jessica Suerth | April 8, 2015

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Tempe Police: Woman takes mushrooms, forgets about the rest in her bag

The woman said she purchased the mushrooms from a drug dealer and consuming mushrooms prior to the incident.

By Aimee Plante | April 7, 2015

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Tempe, Phoenix: Hipster havens for the bearded, fashionable crowd ​

Tempe and Phoenix made the unofficial list of hipster hangouts because of their unique hangouts. 

By Claire Cleveland | April 7, 2015

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Present, future students call on the Board of Regents to change tuition rates for deferred action students

Students and community members gathered Tuesday to show solidarity and support for DACA recipients and also call on the Arizona Board of Regents to allow these students to pay the in-state tuition rate.

By Shelby Slade | April 7, 2015

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Crow: ASU, Starbucks partnership can be example for higher education

ASU President Michael Crow says the Starbucks and ASU partnership shows commitment to the future of higher education.

By Shelby Slade | April 7, 2015

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Devils in the Bedroom kicks off Sexual Wellness Week with open mic

The event served as an official kick off for a week of sexual wellness activities hosted by ASU’s Devils in the Bedroom club.

By Aimee Plante | April 6, 2015

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Tempe Police: Two men steal from department stores, found in possession of illegal drugs

Searches revealed that the men had stolen from Walmart and Target while carrying meth and heroin.

By Aimee Plante | April 6, 2015

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Starbucks, ASU expand partnership

Starbucks will now offer four years of tuition reimbursement to eligible students to obtain a degree from ASU Online.

By Corina Vanek | April 6, 2015

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ASU, Tempe build bike-friendly community

In honor of April Bike Month in the Valley, ASU, Tempe and local advocacy groups host events and tout the economic advantages of cycling. 

By Claire Cleveland | April 5, 2015

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Tempe Police: Woman 'chest bumps' officer who refuses to let her drive intoxicated

After an intoxicated woman's friend refused to let her drive home drunk, the Phoenix woman became angry and started yelling obscenities.

By Megan Janetsky | April 5, 2015

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