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ESCAPE ARTIST: Senior midfielder/forward Jill Shoquist battles out of the grasp of a UA defender during last week’s 2-1 win. The ASU women’s soccer team takes on No. 1 Stanford on Friday and Cal on Sunday. (Photo by Aaron Lavinsky)

‘Ask A Biologist’ site thrives as student resource

Among numbers of frustrating learning methods, one scientific website offers a unique, effective, and user-friendly alternative.

By Alex Ferri | October 21, 2010

State Press Weekly: Oct. 21

This week, we highlight two propositions that citizens will vote on this November: Mesa's Prop 420 and Arizona's Prop 203. Plus, a short story from ASU alumni Caitlin Horrocks.

By State Press Staff | October 20, 2010

Brewer absent in Tempe debate

Arizona gubernatorial candidates, minus Gov. Jan Brewer, talked about education funding and other issues at ASU’s Tempe campus Wednesday night.

By Yvonne Gonzalez | October 20, 2010

HIGH CRIME: Tempe’s homicide rate for 2010 is the highest it’s been in a decade. There have been 12 reported murders so far this year. (Photo by Taylor Lineberger)

Tempe murder rate highest since 2000

Tempe’s homicide rate this year — 12 murders — is the worst it’s been since 2000, when 13 were reported.

By Matt Hendley | October 20, 2010

DEBATE FORUM: Three of the four candidates for governor spoke at a debate at ASU Wednesday. Gov. Jan Brewer was not in attendance. (Photo by Annie Wechter)

Teachers college grant to help reform Ariz. education

The Mary Lou Fulton Teachers College now has an additional $43.4 million to devote to reforming the K-12 education system in Arizona, thanks to a grant from the U.S. Education Department.

By Cale Ottens | October 20, 2010

CALM NIGHT: As the sun sets, the ground is lit up at an outdoor retreat area outside the main Tempe Police station Wednesday night. (Photo by Taylor Lineberger)

Police Beat: Oct. 21

ASU and Tempe Police reported the following incidents Wednesday.

By Yvonne Gonzalez | October 20, 2010

Officials discuss new Tempe transit proposal

A neighborhood off Mill Avenue called together City of Tempe officials to discuss the plans for the Tempe South Project, a public transport project on Mill.

By Samantha Cary | October 20, 2010

Bollywood dance group to compete in New York

Less than a month after coming together, a student Bollywood dance group has been selected to participate in a national competition in New York City.

By Ashia Johnson | October 19, 2010

Students take on textbook prices

The fight against growing textbook prices continues this week as students across the country prepare for a nationwide event Thursday.

By Cale Ottens | October 19, 2010

Alumni’s site lets gamers face off for cash

A new gaming website founded by ASU alumni launches this week, allowing people across the country to compete with each other in video games for cash prizes.

By Michael Reppenhagen | October 19, 2010

Second neighborhood crime squad boosts police action

Tempe Police formed a second neighborhood-oriented crime-fighting squad in August to tackle crimes like vehicle thefts, robberies and precious-metal thefts.

By Matt Hendley | October 19, 2010

Police Beat: Oct. 20

ASU Police reported the following incidents Tuesday.

By Matt Hendley | October 19, 2010

AT THE BIKE RACKS: An ASU student voices their position on gay marriage in an innovative way around campus. (Photo by Annie Wechter)

Photo of the Day: Legalize Gay

By Annie Wechter | October 18, 2010

POLICE CRACKDOWN: Lieutenant Vince Boerbon of the Tempe Police Department talks to reporters Monday afternoon at Tempe Villas Apartments on University Drive following the murder of an ASU student there Sunday night. (Photo by Scott Stuk)

Police search for suspects in student’s death

Less than 24 hours after the shooting death of 21-year-old ASU student Zachary Marco, Tempe police were on the streets looking for possible leads.

By Matt Hendley | October 18, 2010

GREAT DEBATE: Navajo Nation Presidential candidate Ben Shelly looks over prepared remarks prior to his debate against Lynda Lovejoy held in Armstrong Hall on the Tempe campus. (Photo by Michael Arellano)

Navajo Nation presidential debate highlights tribal issues

Navajo Nation presidential candidates discussed jobs, infrastructure and natural resources at a Tempe campus debate Monday night.

By Yvonne Gonzalez | October 18, 2010

GREEN HOUSE: ASU grad Tim Russell owns the Phoenix-based company ASUL. Russell's company designs modern and eco-friendly prefabricated homes that are completely customizable. (Photo Courtesy of ASUL)

Alum finds new model for sustainable homes

ASU graduate Tim Russell’s company, ASUL, is in the business of designing customizable, modern, eco-friendly prefab homes at an affordable price.

By Alex Ferri | October 18, 2010

NO FREE RIDE: Starting this Monday, fare inspection on the light-rail has increased in an effort to emphasize the importance of paying for your ride. (Photo by Annie Wechter)

Light rail steps up fare enforcement

In an effort to increase visibility of uniformed fare inspectors and reinforce the importance of paying valid fares on the Metro light rail, more fare inspections will take place over the next four weeks.

By Allison Oswalt | October 18, 2010

Police Beat: Oct. 19

Police reported the following incidents Monday:

By Yvonne Gonzalez | October 18, 2010

GOING SOLAR: SkySong is raising awareness about solar energy and encouraging the use of alternative fuel among businesses. (Photo by Annie Wechter)

Officials discuss bridging gap between green energy research and market

ASU and government officials discussed the future of renewable energy sources, their funding and marketability at a SkySong Innovation Center forum.

By Michael Reppenhagen | October 18, 2010

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