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New program studies Arizona-Sonora border

ASU launched Comparative Border Studies, new to the School of Transborder Studies in order to better understand certain border disputes.

By Ryan McCullough | October 13, 2011

‘The Big Year’ is for the birds

In the filim “The Big Year,” comedy legends Jack Black, Steve Martin and Owen Wilson set out to break the world record of number of different birds seen in a year.

By Jonathan Fortner | October 13, 2011

ASU jazz bands bring down the house

The Recital Hall in the Music Building on Tempe campus was rocking on Wednesday night as four different jazz groups performed for a crowd of peers and family members.

By Carole Murphy | October 13, 2011

TWO OF THE BEST: ASU freshman baseman Sam Parlich looks on after a play at second base during ASU's 12-6 loss to U A are ranked in the top 10 nationally. (Photo by Scott Stuk)

Butterfly exhibit comes to Desert Botanical Garden

By Tiana Chavez | October 13, 2011

Students voice opinion for future energy options

A town hall meeting allowed Valley college students to discuss new energy resources for Arizona.

By Dan Oberhaus | October 12, 2011

RAIL TALK: Transportation Planner for the Arizona Department of Transportation Intercity Rail Study Ryan Cook discusses the potential development of a rail system between Phoenix and Tucson with Greg Haggerty. (Photo by Shawn Raymundo)

Phoenix to Tucson passenger rail gathers public input

The Arizona Department of Transportation is asking for public opinion about the potential construction of a passenger rail between Tucson and Phoenix.

By Shawn Raymundo | October 12, 2011

ASU, homeless program partner to aid struggling individuals

The Urban Outreach program, which is based out of Tempe First Methodist Church, works to give Tempe’s homeless showers, food and other everyday amenities. | Slideshow inside |

By Sara Smith | October 12, 2011

WITHOUT JAMES: Oregon junior running back LaMichael James runs to the outside during the Ducks’ 42-31 win over ASU last season. James may not be available this Saturday due to an elbow injury he suffered last week. (Photo by Aaron Lavinsky)

UO offense ready to go without James

National spotlights and big stages are nothing new to the Oregon Ducks.

By William Boor | October 12, 2011

‘Arrested Development’ writers confirm one final season

It has been announced that one more season of "Arrested Development" will be shot and aired before the release of the much-anticipated full-length movie.

By Kelli Stark | October 12, 2011

Cancer stepping into the limelight in popular TV shows

Cancer is finally stepping out of its dark corner and into the light with television and movie roles.

By Monica Arevalo | October 12, 2011

SHOWING PRIDE: Brian Fleming, Jackie Chikos, Oliver Migliore and Jessie Flores show off their "Born This Way" t-shirts outside of the Memorial Tuesday as part of the LGBTQA Coalition's Coming Out Day. (Photo by Lisa Bartoli)

ASU comes out, in style

PAB, RHA and the LGBTQA Coalition celebrated National Coming Out Day on Tuesday with an event that provided a safe environment for students to express their true selves.

By Jasmine Barta | October 11, 2011

ACROSS BORDERS: ASU professor Dr. Carlos Ovando speaks to a group of faculty and students from the school of Transborder Studies Monday morning about retornos, or those who have returned to Mexico by order of immigration law. (Photo by Rosie Gochnour)

American migrants return to face similar issues in Mexico

American born students returning to Mexico are facing problems integrating into society.

By Ryan McCullough | October 11, 2011

Crow anticipates no additional cuts to state funding, minimal tuition increase

ASU President Michael Crow said the University expects no additional cuts to state funding next fiscal year and school officials are working toward a 0 percent increase in tuition.

By Kyle Daly | October 11, 2011

Sampling in music a practice that’s here to stay

While the use of sampling may pose some ethical concerns at times, the practice is here to stay. With the music industry obsessed with finding a fresh take on nearly any song, there is no limit to the amount of samples that can be used — whether they’re well done or not.

By Trevor Paxton | October 11, 2011