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Professor predicts drop in organic food prices
A potential increase in the amount of suppliers of organic produce could make organic fruits and vegetables much cheaper in the near future, a professor says.
Police look to begin text-messaging service
ASU police are considering text messaging as a form of communication for students to report crimes — a plan that would also help improve their connection to hearing impaired students.
Police Beat: Sept. 1
ASU Police reported the following incidents Tuesday:
Light rail considers extensions to West campus
West campus students might feel a little more connected with the ASU community in the near future as plans to extend the Metro light rail’s current track are discussed.
University plans to boost spirit, attendance at football games
The ASU Intercollegiate Athletics department has launched a new program designed to draw more students to the University’s sporting events.
Faith-based dorms planned near Tempe campus
Wesley Hall, a new religious residential hall right on the boundary of the Tempe campus, is in the process of being approved after nearly a year of planning.
Police Beat: Aug. 31
An ASU student and another man were arrested on suspicion of second-degree burglary and aggravated assault Aug. 28, police reported.
CDC report links youth smoking to movies
A Centers for Disease Control and Prevention report released this month found that portrayals of smoking in movies leads more young people to begin smoking.
West campus solar project to finish in February
The West campus recently completed part of a program earlier in August that is slated to bring 17,000 solar panels to its south parking lots and surrounding areas.
Rock ‘n’ Roll themed nightclub to open on Mill
A new vintage inspired rock ‘n’ roll nightclub, complete with a mechanical motorcycle, will roll out onto Mill Avenue this September.
Journalism school creates online store
The Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communication opened an online store on Aug. 17 that contains merchandise designed specifically for students and alumni of the school.
Students protest Brewer at Sun Devil pep rally
Gov. Jan Brewer was met by student protesters Friday when she visited ASU to cheer on the Sun Devil football team.
CityScape bowling alley Lucky Strike Lanes improves Phoenix's student appeal
Lucky Strike Lanes improves CityScape's student-friendly attractions as a downtown Phoenix bowling alley with a bar/nightclub twist.
Police commander draws criminals to justice
Cmdr. Mike Thompson is the ASU Police Department’s lone composite sketch artist, and his talent has not been wasted.
Downtown students play big role in CityScape plans
New retail stores, entertainment venues and restaurants opening in the CityScape development are bringing true city life to downtown Phoenix.
Tech research customizes TV users’ preferences
Research conducted by Intel Corp. uses algorithm that could lead to personalized TV experience
Professor finds big drops in hospital waits with electronic records
An advanced electronic medical records system could decrease patients’ waiting time in hospital emergency rooms by 22.4 percent, an ASU business professor reported in a study.
Police Beat: Aug. 27
Tempe and ASU Police reported the following incidents Thursday.













