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Justice studies graduate student and ASU associate professor Robert Poe listens to students at “The Problem with Whiteness 101,” which was a public teach-in at the Memorial Union on Tuesday. Poe addressed a variety of issues with students regarding the controversy around the course. (Daniel Kwon/ The State Press)

ASU associate leads 'Problem of Whiteness 101' teach-in on Tempe campus

Doctoral student and faculty associate Robert Poe said he wants to have a conversation about the meaning behind the “problem of whiteness.”

By Aimee Plante | February 10, 2015

Tempe Police: Man hit in the face with rock after original target ducks

A man was rushed to the hospital with facial fractures and lacerations after a Tempe man threw a rock in his direction.

By Aimee Plante | February 10, 2015

ASU professor, Science Cheerleaders break stereotypes one cheer at a time

When you first think of the word "cheerleader," the stereotype of girls jumping around in short skirts and chanting simple cheers may come to mind. But the Science Cheerleaders are changing the world of cheerleading one science lesson at a time.

By Sydney Greene | February 10, 2015

ASU students made signs to show sympathy for victims of the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria. The vigil was organized by student organizations to protest the actions of ISIS. (J. Bauer-Leffler/The State Press)

Interfaith vigil offers support, prayers for victims of ISIS

An interfaith vigil was held on Hayden Lawn on Monday night to show support and offer prayers for those who have lost their lives to ISIS militants.

By Joey Hancock | February 9, 2015

Tempe police: Man accidentally shoots neighbor’s pillow

A man accidentally shot into his neighbor's room while cleaning his gun.

By Aimee Plante | February 9, 2015

"Tragedy to Opportunity" lecture at Gammage discusses possibility of extinction

Experts discuss the possibility of human extinction at ASU Gammage.

By Rachel Andrews | February 9, 2015

ASU Internet outage worries some about information security

A short ASU network outage on Thursday and internet problems have been caused by a distributed denial of service malware.

By Corina Vanek | February 9, 2015

Students, LGBT activists march for deceased transgender teen

ASU students and LGBT activists marched on Mill Ave. Saturday to honor Leelah Alcorn, a transgender female who took her own life in December. The group held a vigil for Alcorn and protested the neglect of transgender issues.

By Devin Conley | February 8, 2015

Tempe police: Sex offender watches woman sleep

An unregistered sex offender in a blue coat watched a woman sleep in her apartment.

By Kelcie Grega | February 8, 2015

Group that posted anti-immigrant, anti-Islamic posters on ASU's Tempe campus speaks out

Angelo John Gage, the chairman for the National Youth Front, has come out and explained the organization's mission.

By Jessica Suerth | February 8, 2015

ASU alumna Christina Tetreault works as a reporter for Arizona Foothills magazine. Tetreault is the newly crowned Miss Maricopa County 2015. (Jonathan Galan/ The State Press)

Sun Devils in tiaras compete for Miss Arizona title

Three women from ASU will be competing in the upcoming Miss Arizona pageant and all agree the experience as local titleholders is the true reward behind the crown.

By Joey Hancock | February 8, 2015

Activists march on Mill Avenue to honor Leelah Alcorn

Nearly 20 allies marched on Mill Avenue Saturday evening, six weeks after Leelah Alcorn committed suicide.

By Aimee Plante | February 7, 2015

Journalism sophomore Hattie Hayes poses for a picture on Feb. 5, 2015 in Phoenix. Hayes studies journalism and film at ASU and is one of the performers for the Vagina Monologues 2015 premiering Feb. 14, 2015 at “The Pressroom” in Phoenix. (Jonathan Galan/ The State Press)

Phoenix to host Vagina Monologues on Valentine's Day

The Pressroom will host Phoenix’s 2015 Vagina Monologues on Feb. 14 to raise awareness for violence against women.

By Aimee Plante | February 5, 2015

Tempe Police: Man tries hiding cocaine from officers

Man sits on park bench and tries to hide his cocaine.

By Kelcie Grega | February 5, 2015

Arizona Board of Regents address proposed $75 million in budget cuts

The Arizona Board of Regents issued a call to action to ensure that more than the $75 million in budget cuts does not increase, while trying to protect Arizona's higher education system.

By Shelby Slade | February 5, 2015

ASU professor develops study to seek healing through yoga

ASU professor Jennifer Huberty started a yoga study to help women cope with having stillborn children.

By Jessica Suerth | February 5, 2015

ROTC executive officer gives back to veterans through clothing company

Army officer Michelle Bravo created her startup clothing company "i Rock the Boots," supported by ASU's Edson Student Entrepreneur Initiative. Bravo is the executive officer for ASU’s Army ROTC program and said she wanted to give back to veterans and women. The T-shirts she and her team produce represent the strength yet femininity of women in the military.

By Vianka Villa | February 5, 2015

Tempe Police: UA student wanders through Tempe residences calling for his made-up dog

A UA student was trespassing inside the homes of Tempe residents.

By Kelcie Grega | February 4, 2015

Toting protest signs and smiles, hundreds of elementary students gather at ASU’s West Campus on Wednesday Jan. 22 to reenact MLK's "I Have a Dream Speech" that took place over half a century ago in the nations capital. (Photo by Mario Mendez)

ASU celebrates Black History Month with lectures, film screenings

Throughout February, ASU will host events honoring Black History month.

By Corina Vanek | February 4, 2015

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