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Student-created Whistl app connects customers to restaurant deals

Three ASU students launched the application, which curates specials offered at nearby restaurants, on May 30.

By Julia Shumway | June 4, 2013

Business junior Josh Sinclair and Willow take a ride in Sinclair’s car in Tempe. At only 11 months Willow is well behaved in the car, according to Sinclair. (Photo by Katie Dunphy)

Federal government: 'Dorms OK for dog days'

A recent statement issued by the federal government said therapy animals, mainly dogs, are allowed in university housing.

By Nicholas Palomino Mendoza | June 4, 2013

Police stop man for riding bike without headlights, find marijuana

The man told officers he had bought the marijuana a few weeks before and that he planned to smoke it.

By Julia Shumway | May 31, 2013

Police find body of former ASU student in Tempe Town Lake

The body of Gerrick Begay, a 21-year-old former ASU student, was found in Tempe Town Lake early Tuesday morning.

By Julia Shumway | May 28, 2013

Valley Metro revises Tempe Streetcar routes

Valley Metro is considering new options for the streetcar system planned along Apache Boulevard.

By Sarah Anderson | May 28, 2013

Sai Tummala, ASU's newest basketball recruit, tosses a basketball up in the air during a workout at the Tempe campus training facility. Tummala plans on studying medicine while playing for the team next semester. (Photo by Dominic Valente)

Basketball recruit seeks to impact program

Community college recruit Sai Tummala demonstrates a promising resume in academics and basketball.

By Nicholas Palomino Mendoza | May 28, 2013

Police find man with bicycle, bolt cutters, marijuana

A man was arrested for possession of marijuana and drug paraphernalia after being stopped on suspicion of stealing a bicycle.

By Nicholas Palomino Mendoza | May 28, 2013

Rebecca Kasper holds her cat as she poses for the camera. Kasper was murdered by her boyfriend earlier in May, and the case is still ongoing.
(Photo Courtesy of the Kasper family)

Family, friends reflect on life of slain student

Family and friends of murdered ASU student Rebecca Kasper find solace in talking about her life.

By Nicholas Palomino Mendoza | May 28, 2013

ASU removes LGBTQA specialist job, sparks contention among students

ASU will not renew contracts for advisers for cultural diversity positions, choosing instead to institute a team-based approach.

By Julia Shumway | May 28, 2013

Wal-Mart opens location below Vista del Sol

The store, which has a smaller selection of items than the company's other stores, opened May 15.

By Julia Shumway | May 21, 2013

Kaylie Thompson (left), who should have graduated in May but died shortly before graduation, poses with friends Samantha Casey and Kelcey Teyechea. (Photo courtesy of Samantha Casey)

Friends remember sustainability senior

At 9 a.m. on May 9, Kaylie Thompson should have been in Grady Gammage Auditorium, waiting to receive the diploma she'd been working toward for four years. Instead, a friend accepted the degree on behalf of the sustainability senior, who died just a week before she was set to graduate. Samantha Casey, who graduated from the W.

By Julia Shumway | May 21, 2013

ASU Student Services is implementing a new plan in the fall to help prospective ASU students in high school succeed. (Photo by Dominic Valente)

Program to prepare high school students for college

The Future Sun Devil Families program aims to prepare high schoolers and their families for college by offering weekly workshops.

By Nicholas Palomino Mendoza | May 21, 2013

Dating websites, products view students as users

Several applications and products cater to college dating.

By Julia Shumway | May 21, 2013

A view of a bulldozer near Apache Drive. The now empty lot which houses nothing but construction equipment was once the mecca of fraternity activity in Tempe. (Photo by Dominic Valente)

Fraternity mishaps prompt reaction from city, University

A rash of recent fraternity- and alcohol-related issues has forced city officials to propose new ordinances in an attempt to quell the problem.

By Nicholas Palomino Mendoza | May 21, 2013

ASU announces new Sparky design

ASU unveiled the new look for their mascot, Sparky today. Out of the four choices, choice B was the final decision.

By Julia Shumway and Josh Nacion | May 8, 2013

Cohabitation teaches student couples about each other

A recent report from the National Center for Health Statistics shows that cohabitation is becoming more common among young people. ASU student couple Jamie Harris and Ryan O'Connell share their experience of living together.

By Amy Medeiros | April 30, 2013

LGBT undocumented group fights for immigration, marriage equality

Members of the Arizona Queer Undocumented Immigrant Project are advocating for social reform on two fronts as immigration and gay rights take the forefront in the public's eye.

By Josh Thrall | April 29, 2013

Man spits on firefighter, threatens police

Police initially contacted the man because two people told him they didn't smoke or have cigarettes, so he started to yell and curse at them.

By Shawn Raymundo | April 29, 2013

Students build professional identity through social media

Students and young professionals use social media to network with prospective employers and build a professional reputation.

By Megan Miller | April 29, 2013

Video: Red Bull Chariot Race

Students exhibit teamwork at Red Bull Chariot Race at ASU.

By Dominick DiFurio | April 29, 2013

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