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COVID-19 cases at ASU continue to decline as Phoenix lifts mask mandate

ASU reported 31 active COVID-19 cases, a continued decrease from last week. The city of Phoenix also lifted its mask mandate Wednesday, following the city of Tempe.

By Morgan Fischer | May 24, 2021

ASU scholarship recipients focus on digital divide with elementary students

This year's ASU Gammage Scholars project addressed the digital divide through a jump-a-thon and five-week course plan.

By Piper Hansen | May 24, 2021

Phil Mickelson gives the thumbs-up to fans after teeing off at the 16th hole of the Waste Management Phoenix Open on Saturday, Feb. 6, 2016, at TPC Scottsdale.

ASU alumnus Phil Mickelson becomes oldest men's golf major winner

At age 50, ASU alumnus Phil Mickelson became the oldest men's golf major winner in history by winning the 2021 PGA Championship Sunday.

By Leo Tochterman | May 23, 2021

The last academic year was tough. Now, students prepare for the next one

The past academic year came and went quickly. Some students said they struggled and hope going to campus will be safe when they return.

By Piper Hansen | May 20, 2021

Accelerated nursing program to launch at ASU's Lake Havasu campus

The fall semester will bring a cohort of nursing students to ASU's Lake Havasu campus through an accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing.

By Anna Campbell | May 19, 2021

ASU spring sporting events to allow up to 50% seating capacity

ASU spring sports, including softball and baseball, will increase seating capacity up to 50% at respective venues, Sun Devil Athletics announced. Face coverings will still be required.

By Leo Tochterman | May 19, 2021

Former ASU men's basketball guard Remy Martin transfers to Kansas

Former ASU men's basketball guard Remy Martin commits to Kansas if he choses to return to college basketball for his final season.

By Leo Tochterman | May 17, 2021

ASU COVID-19 cases drop below 50 as mask mandates lift in Tempe

ASU active COVID-19 cases decline as the guidelines for face coverings change at the University and city level.

By Anna Campbell | May 17, 2021

Field for Arizona governor widens with two new Republican candidates

ABOR member Karrin Taylor Robson and State Treasurer Kimberly Yee, both Republicans, entered the 2022 Arizona gubernatorial race Monday.

By Reagan Priest | May 17, 2021

Cronkite school names Battinto L. Batts Jr. as incoming dean

After the Cronkite school rescinded Sonya Forte Duhé's offer for the position of dean nearly a year ago, Battinto L. Batts Jr. has been named as the school's next dean.

By Anna Campbell | May 13, 2021

Fire at ASU's ISTB 7 caused by 'spontaneous combustion' of materials

A fire on ASU's Tempe campus at the new Interdisciplinary Science and Technology Building 7 was caused by "spontaneous combustion" of construction materials.

By Reagan Priest | May 13, 2021

Fire breaks out on roof of ASU's ISTB 7 construction site

Construction material on the roof of the new Interdisciplinary Science and Technology Building 7 near ASU's Tempe campus caught fire on Tuesday night.

By Reagan Priest | May 11, 2021

ASU to receive $191 million from federal government for students, University

ASU will receive over $191 million from the American Rescue Plan Act, and the University will use the funding to support students and mitigate pandemic losses.

By Anna Campbell | May 11, 2021

Cronkite School hosts open student meeting with leading dean candidate

Battinto L. Batts Jr. visited with students for the second time as a leading candidate for the position of Cronkite School dean.

By Piper Hansen | May 7, 2021

Video: 'You belong in this clubhouse.' Women breaking the ceiling in sports journalism

Cronkite School students, a professor and an alumnus discuss what it means to be a woman in the male-dominated industry of sports journalism.

By Olivia Eisenhauer | May 7, 2021

Men's basketball guard Remy Martin will not return to ASU

ASU men's basketball guard Remy Martin announced his intentions to pursue a career in the NBA, leaving the Sun Devils after four seasons.

By Leo Tochterman | May 7, 2021

COVID-19 vaccine expected for students but not yet required, Crow says

In a Q&A with The State Press, ASU President Michael Crow gave updates on the Fall 2021 semester, proposed rape crisis center, LIFT action items and the COVID-19 vaccine.

By Wyatt Myskow , Anusha Natarajan and Piper Hansen | May 5, 2021

Arizona community colleges may now offer four-year degrees under new law

Gov. Doug Ducey signed Senate Bill 1453, which allows community colleges to offer four-year degrees under certain conditions.

By Reagan Priest | May 5, 2021

Former ASU wide receiver Frank Darby selected in sixth round of 2021 NFL Draft

Frank Darby became the third ASU wide receiver drafted in the past three years after being selected by the Atlanta Falcons in the sixth round of the 2021 NFL Draft Saturday.

By David Rodish | May 1, 2021

Active COVID-19 cases within ASU community decrease

ASU active cases have gone down in the community and CDC and Arizona announce new updates on vaccines and COVID-19 protocols.

| April 29, 2021

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