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State Press Weekly: Sept. 16

This week, we have two features on alternative smoking methods, including e-cigarettes and 'legal marijuana,' a look at ASU's Women's Rugby club, and music from Big Rock Candy Mountain!

By State Press Staff | September 15, 2010

SUMMER PROJECT: Sophomore Jason Mitrione sprays a new creation onto his larger-than-life graffiti mural, covering every wall of his garage from floor to ceiling. (Photo by Michael Arellano)

ASU Student turns graffiti into cash

ASU student Jason Mitrione created a graffiti art business and eventually plans on using the funds to create a film.

By Monica Arevalo | September 15, 2010

ASU receives $2.5 mil grant for interactive research

ASU researchers were awarded a $2.5 million grant on Aug. 15 that will fund research for interactive learning in Arizona schools.

By April Atwood | September 15, 2010

Senate seats unfilled for four student governments

Almost a month into the semester, ASU’s five student governments still have unfilled positions for senators and other student representatives.

By Mary Shinn | September 15, 2010

RAT INVASION: The demolition of the abandoned Ramada Inn on the downtown campus has spurred a number of rat sightings on the downtown campus. (Photo by Aaron Lavinsky)

Rats move to Downtown campus

Rats have moved onto ASU’s downtown Phoenix campus as a result of the demolition of the Ramada Inn on Taylor Street.

By Mary Shinn | September 15, 2010

SB 1070 PANEL: Daniel Ortega Jr. takes aim at the legal issues raised by SB 1070 during a discussion panel on the bill''s legal implications. Ortega was joined by Professor Cathy O'Grady and Dan Pochoda in the Sandra Day O'Conner School of Law. (Photo by Michael Arellano)

Panel breaks down immigration lawsuits

Law experts discussed the legal challenges to Senate Bill 1070 during a panel Wednesday night and left out the politics.

By Yvonne Gonzalez | September 15, 2010

Brewer signs common course-numbering bill at West campus

Gov. Jan Brewer arrived on the West campus Wednesday morning for a ceremonial signing of a student-drafted bill.

By Cale Ottens | September 15, 2010

Police Beat: Sept. 16

ASU Police reported the following incidents Wednesday

By Cale Ottens | September 15, 2010

Meghan McCain to sign 'Dirty Sexy Politics' in Tempe

Meghan McCain makes an appearance Thursday at 7:00 p.m. at Changing Hands Bookstore in Tempe

By Samantha Cary | September 14, 2010

District 10 candidates stress economic recovery in West campus debate

Candidates for Arizona’s Legislative District 10 debated at the West campus Tuesday night on topics ranging from immigration to the economy.

By Yvonne Gonzalez | September 14, 2010

ASU researchers to produce spider silk at larger scale

ASU researchers are studying spider silk in order to produce the super-material at a larger scale.

By Connor Radnovich | September 14, 2010

University to suspend enrollment in School of Aging

After a brief existence of almost three years, ASU’s School of Aging and Lifespan Development will be suspending enrollment to its programs in May 2011 due to budget cuts.

By Alex Ferri | September 14, 2010

133 alcohol-related arrests made on Tempe campus

Statistics released by ASU Police Monday revealed that 140 arrests were made on the Tempe campus during the first two weekends of their alcohol enforcement projects.

By Matt Hendley | September 14, 2010

Library begins lending e-readers

Officials from ASU Libraries on the Tempe campus unveiled a brand new set of electronic versions of young adult novels at a ceremony Tuesday.

By Michael Reppenhagen | September 14, 2010

17-year-old ASU student suspected of manslaughter

A 17-year-old girl suspected of causing a three-vehicle collision Saturday that left two people dead has been identified as an ASU student.

By Matt Hendley | September 14, 2010

A LOOK AT SUMMER: Photography students form the Herberger School of Art and Design opened a gallery Tuesday night displaying images from their summer spent living on the Navajo Reservation. (Photo by Annie Wechter)

Students’ photo exhibit documents Navajo life

A student-based photography exhibit featuring life in the Navajo Nation opened Tuesday evening at an ASU gallery.

By Travis McKnight | September 14, 2010

Police Beat: Sept. 15

ASU Police reported the following incidents Tuesday

By Matt Hendley | September 14, 2010

ASU graduate wins Mesa council seat

At 23 years old, a former ASU student became one of the youngest candidates to win a city council seat for Mesa on Aug. 24.

By Uriel J. Garcia | September 14, 2010

FOR A FRIEND: Bioengineering freshman AJ Stockwell writes a note on the sign in memory of ASU student Matt West. 19 year old West was killed in a motorcycle accident this past weekend. (Photo by Aaron Lavinsky)

Family, friends remember student killed in crash

Friends of ASU student Matt West, who died this weekend in a motorcycle accident, gathered at a candlelight vigil Monday night.

By Mary Shinn | September 13, 2010

Scholarship supports students interested in public service careers

A new scholarship program offered by the University is opening up doors for students who have a passion for public service.

By Uriel J. Garcia | September 13, 2010

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