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EMPTY NEST: The entrance to the Alpha Epsilon Pi fraternity house bears a "No Trespassing" sign as the fraternity is currently in the process of being reinstated at ASU. (Photo by Rosie Gochnour)

Students, faculty react to West rec center plans

The Recreation Steering Committee unveiled plans for the new recreation center at West campus Thursday afternoon.

By Sade Hurst | August 25, 2011

Fraternity moves forward despite ongoing suspension

Alpha Epsilon Pi continues fall rush activities without access to University sanctioned activities and sororities.

By Brennan Smith | August 25, 2011

WATER TALK: NBC News' Anne Thompson moderates a discussion Thursday night at the Discovery Town Hall event at the Galvin Playhouse between (from left to right) Sustainability Scholar, Grady Gammage Junior, General Manager of Nevada Water Authority, Patricia Mulroy, Director of Communications for Climate Central, Dr. Heidi M. Cullen, and former Governor of New Mexico Bill Richardson as they examine how shifting climate patterns are stressing our freshwater resources and how we can develop better, more sustainable water practices. (Photo by Rosie Gochnour)

‘Changing Planet’ panel discusses water scarcity

A four-person panel met on the Tempe campus Thursday to address what changes in climate, population and technology mean for water use and conservation.

By Ryan McCullough | August 25, 2011

SING IT OUT: Students in the Barrett Honors College choir rehearsed for the first time Monday evening in the Gammage Auditorium, led by David Schildkret. (Photo by Lisa Bartoli)

Barrett forms new choir

The Barrett Choir, formed in partnership between Barrett, the Honors College and the Herberger Institute’s School of Music, provides a vocal performance group to non-honors and honor students.

By Ashley McCulley | August 25, 2011

Students fill West Sixth tower

College students make up almost 80 percent of the first tenants living in the West Sixth high-rise apartments in downtown Tempe.

By Sara Smith | August 24, 2011

RESTORING COURAGE: Rep. Trent Franks, R-Ariz., speaks on Wednesday evening at the Glenn Beck-inspired “Restoring Courage” rally. (Photo by Shawn Raymundo)

Glenn Beck inspires ASU pro-Israel gathering

Members of the Jewish community gathered on the Tempe campus Wednesday for an event inspired by former Fox News pundit Glenn Beck.

By Sade Hurst | August 24, 2011

CRACKING DOWN: Tempe and ASU Police in partnership with the East Valley DUI Task Force are trying to educate students about irresponsible drinking habits. Over the past weekend both departments, including the DUI Task Force, reported 63 driving under the influence arrests. (Photo by Lisa Bartoli)

Police report increase in arrests following extra enforcement

In total, ASU Police responded to 298 calls for loud parties and stops for DUI’s in the first weekend following classes, while Tempe Police responded to 394 calls and vehicle stops.

By Shawn Raymundo | August 24, 2011

Pew study shows greater dependence on cell phones

A recent study by The Pew Research Center found that many Americans have become dependent of their cell phone and use it to avoid some social situations.

By Ryan McCullough | August 24, 2011

Police Beat: Aug. 25

Tempe Police reported the following incidents Wednesday.

By Shawn Raymundo | August 24, 2011

TIP YOUR HATS: One of the new businesses opening on Mill Avenue is Icon, a modern clothing store. (Photo by Lisa Bartoli)

New businesses open near Tempe campus

There have been several grand openings of new hot spots for ASU students near the Tempe campus within the last two weeks.

By Kharli Mandeville | August 23, 2011

Police Beat: Aug. 24

ASU Police reported the following incidents Tuesday.

By Shawn Raymundo | August 23, 2011

Possible strike may limit Phoenix bus routes

Bus services on 31 routes around Phoenix might be reduced in the near future with a possible strike.

By Sara Smith | August 23, 2011

FINISHED PRODUCT: The winners of the art contest are congratulated by the Director of The Design School Darren Petrucci, left, and the Dean and Director of the Herberger Institute of Design and the Arts Kwang-Wu Kim, right. The students spent nearly four months constructing the structure. (Photo by Beth Easterbrook)

Student team transforms courtyard in Herberger competition

The winning team of the X-Square competition envisioned an outdoor space where people could either comfortably pass through or sit and relax.

By Cassie Strauss | August 23, 2011

WEARABLE ART: Locally created clothing, paintings and photographs are some of the many things featured in Culture Fresh, a three-year-old shop located in the Arizona center. (Photo by Lillian Reid)

State’s sole street wear store showcases local artists

Arizona’s only street wear boutique near the Downtown campus features clothing lines designed by local artists.

By Sade Hurst | August 23, 2011

ORDER UP: ASU junior Camille Steffen, majoring in social work, and graduate Daniel Grover serve brunch at Mill Avenue's newest restaurant NCounter. (Photo by Rosie Gochnour)

New Mill restaurant serves an earlier crowd

A new restaurant on Mill Avenue is avoiding the district’s nightlife customer and targeting the daytime eater.

By Melissa Mistero | August 23, 2011

Payson campus decision could come before year’s end

ASU officials expect to make a final decision about constructing a campus in the town of Payson — about 90 miles northeast of Phoenix —before next year.

By Leandra Huffer | August 22, 2011

GUN SAFETY: With Arizona being the most liberal state in the nation for gun laws, police and concealed carry advocates want to stress the importance of gun safety and properly concealing and carrying a firearm.

Police push for safe use of gun holsters

Since an incident in early August, police departments around the Valley have been advocating for gun safety and use of holsters by getting the word out through media sources.

By Shawn Raymundo | August 22, 2011

GOING GREEN: Scott Allison stands in front of his newly opened eco-friendly t-shirt shop. Artizen Apparel opened in July and Aliison says the shop offers "planet-friendly fashion". (Photo by Lillian Reid)

Organic clothing store leaves out ‘garbage’

A new clothing store on 6th Street and College Avenue in Tempe sells T-shirts made of organic cotton.

By Sade Hurst | August 22, 2011

PAINTED FACE: Students gathered at the Downtown campus Saturday night to enjoy cotton candy and face painting at Sparky's Carnival. (Photo by Amy Ortega)

Carnival reflects Downtown campus growth

The Fall Welcome event Sparky’s Carnival held on the Downtown campus Saturday might have symbolized the growth of ASU’s presence in downtown Phoenix.

By Brennan Smith | August 22, 2011

ASU Police sets up Twitter, Facebook pages

The ASU Police Department went viral last week with the launch of two social media accounts.

By Shawn Raymundo | August 22, 2011

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