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ASU researchers using tobacco plants to combat common virus

A team of ASU researchers is using tobacco plants to create a vaccine that would combat the norovirus, a gastrointestinal virus that affects 90 to 95 percent of people at some point in their lives.

By Allison Gatlin | August 24, 2009

Newly-formed Downtown student government short on senators

The Associated Students of Arizona State University Downtown is kicking off its first year as an official student government, which is expected to bring a lot of changes to the campus.

By Scarlett Heydt | August 23, 2009

Energy-saving LED lights installed in 6 Tempe parking structures

By switching to energy-efficient light fixtures at six Tempe campus parking garages, ASU anticipates an annual savings of more than $120,000 in energy costs, an ASU official said.

By Salvador Rodriguez | August 23, 2009

Federal stimulus grant used to open energy research center

Faculty and students will be able to conduct intensive energy research with help from a $14 million stimulus grant announced by the U.S. Department of Energy this summer.

By Nicole Gilbert | August 23, 2009

Police Beat

Tempe police reported the following incidents Sunday:

By Nathan Meacham | August 23, 2009

Increase in students could strain Downtown safety escort

When the sun sets and nightfall takes over, students like broadcast journalism sophomore Josh Frigerio feel unsafe walking around in downtown Phoenix.

By Daryl Bjoraas | August 23, 2009

University voted up-and-coming school for second year in a row

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By Griselda Nevarez | August 23, 2009

Extended light rail hours expected to boost late-night ridership

Metro light rail officials hope students returning to campus will bring increased ridership to their new late-night service, officials said.

By Sarah Hotchkiss | August 23, 2009

USG to up spending on student events

Student leaders from the new Undergraduate Student Government administration plan to use more money collected from student fees to fund student activities.

By Derek Quizon | August 23, 2009

Honors dorms recognized for sustainability efforts

The new honors residential complex has earned national recognition for its efforts in sustainable living and design.

By Michelle Parks | August 23, 2009

Stores plan sale events for ASU students

Incoming students may want to find the best college sales around, considering the rising costs of tuition, books and dorms.

By Rheyanne Weaver | August 21, 2009

Police Beat

Tempe Police reported the following incidents Sunday:

| August 3, 2009

Budget debate continues into August

State legislators came close, but were unable to pass a state budget for the 2010 fiscal year last week.

By Derek Quizon | August 2, 2009

Iran protest scheduled for Sunday night

Another protest in support of the Iranian people, who have suffered violent attacks for their opposition to the fraudulent election, has been scheduled at the Tempe campus on Sunday from 7 to 9 p.m.

By Rheyanne Weaver | July 25, 2009

ASU partners with StubHub

Students now have a reliable ticket exchange marketplace in StubHub, which recently signed a partnership agreement with ASU Athletics.

By Rheyanne Weaver | July 25, 2009

Three-year degrees may not be best option

Students opting for three-year degrees may want to think twice about the actual benefits of graduating early, according to a few ASU advisers.

By Rheyanne Weaver | July 25, 2009

Law school introduces online program

The College of Law has a new online undergraduate degree program for the fall that will provide more legal background for students interested in non-lawyer legal careers.

By Rheyanne Weaver | July 25, 2009

Blind student scales Kilimanjaro

For the past year, Tanner Robinson has been training for the climb of a lifetime. Robinson was born blind, and before his yearlong training, he had never hiked before.

By Abigail Gilmore | July 25, 2009

Academy aimed at small businesses

ASU, in partnership with Salt River Project, will hold its second annual small business leadership academy this fall over a ten week period beginning Sept. 9.

| July 25, 2009

Police Beat

Tempe police reported the following incidents Sunday:

| July 25, 2009

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