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Tempe voters reject entertainment district, Coyotes arena in unofficial election results

Unofficial special election results show Tempe voters have rejected the proposed Coyotes arena and entertainment district in a citywide vote.

By Shane Brennan | May 16, 2023

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Pulse: The Culture Fest Documentary

Documentary: AAPASC's signature event, Culture Fest, brings together the community, this year with headliners Thuy and Tiffany Day. Watch how the event was planned and why it means so much to the students involved.

By Drake Presto | May 13, 2023

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Video: Creative Expression Thrives During First Friday

On the first Friday of each month, Phoenix's Arts District, Roosevelt Row, lights up with the sound of music, smell of street vendors and a display of local art. We dig into the history behind the event and why ASU students are so eager to attend.

By Brianna Chappie and Karess P.W. | May 5, 2023

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ASU students voice concern, support for Tempe entertainment district

Students share their thoughts on the special "yes" or "no" citywide election that decides the fate of a Coyotes arena and entertainment district. 

By Piper Hansen | April 27, 2023

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Former student government leaders credit time at ASU for public policy careers

Two former Undergraduate Student Government presidents reflect on their time in office on campus and how it influenced their later careers in public service. 

By Piper Hansen and Shane Brennan | April 27, 2023

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Tempe entertainment district could use over one million gallons of water daily

The proposed Coyotes arena and entertainment district would be built on Tempe land without access to city's main water supply and use up to 1.09 million gallons of water per day.

By Alex Wakefield | April 27, 2023

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ASU freshman creates sustainable zero-plastic clothing company

ASU freshman Easton Dana is the creator of Canned Goods, a company focused on selling T-shirts with sustainable packaging.

By Madison Vega | April 27, 2023

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ASU's Zero Waste department aims for the University to be zero waste by 2025

ASU's Zero Waste department is a team of seven striving toward a zero waste University by 2025 through initiatives aimed towards reducing waste.

By Claire Le Gallo | April 27, 2023

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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

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Behind the camera: Crowdfunding for capstone films made at ASU

Five film students share their experiences crowdfunding and financing ASU capstone films.

By Sophia Braccio | April 27, 2023

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Becoming Roosevelt Row: First Friday's evolution in Downtown Phoenix

Though First Friday is now an event that garners a large number of attendees, the concept began much more humbly: with a drunken conversation and scribbled musings on a bar napkin.

By Karen Bartunek | April 27, 2023

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Built by brotherhood; freshman Luke Hill powers ASU baseball with excellent hitting

Freshman infielder Luke Hill has excelled as a Sun Devil after choosing to play for fellow shortstop Willie Bloomquist instead of powerhouse Southern programs.

By Jack Barron | April 26, 2023

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ASU water polo dives into conference tournament after challenging regular season

As the Sun Devil water polo season comes to an end, the team is looking to learn from the challenges they faced for next season.

By Katrina Michalak | April 26, 2023

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MiX Center brings pioneering media design technology to ASU

The MiX Center in Mesa hosts new projects using cutting-edge technology and software. Students can get involved through new concentrations of study and professor-led projects.

By Shri Swaminathan | April 25, 2023

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City of Tempe intern has learned about the power of local government

The only woman who works with the Tempe City Council and city officials wearing a hijab is an ASU student who is a management and administrative intern for the mayor's office.

By Alysa Horton | April 25, 2023

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Genes and environment: ASU graduate student fills gap in mental health studies

Graduate student Belal Jamil's work in developmental psychology is focused on genetics and the environment and its effects on early mental health in minority communities.

By Brenna Gauchat | April 25, 2023

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Hobbs gives opening remarks at PHX Startup Week, encourages entrepreneurship and equity

Governor Katie Hobbs gave opening remarks at PHX Startup Week, highlighting the importance of technology, entrepreneurship and diversity in Arizona

By Sophia Ramirez | April 24, 2023

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Arizona Water Innovation Initiative introduces statewide effort to address water concerns

The Arizona Water Innovation Initiative has its kickoff event on April 25, and it is a comprehensive and wide-reaching project designed to address Arizona's water needs. 

By Sophia Ramirez | April 24, 2023

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Opinion: Millennial and Gen Z low election turnout is canceling out their high civic engagement

In order to see the changes they desire, Millennials and Generation Z need to increase their voter turnout.

By Natalie Kerbel | April 20, 2023

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RISE center appoints student ambassadors to make STEM more inclusive

The new ambassador group created by ASU Research for Inclusive STEM Education Center seeks to identify and address inequities in education through hosting listening sessions and implementing strategies.

By Cristina Robles-Ruiz | April 20, 2023

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