Opinion

Opinion: As the Bobby Hurley era comes to a close, here's what could be next for ASU

After ASU men's basketball parted ways with Bobby Hurley, they look to turn the page to a new chapter with a strong foundation of players and a community of support.

By Sam Troester | March 19, 2026

Opinion: Cough it up, Cronkite

The Cronkite capstones put students through a job-like course without job-like benefits. The Cronkite School should pay students what they deserve.

By Wendy Maddox | March 18, 2026

State of the Oscars: 2026 Academy Award winner predictions

The State Press' film buffs pick and predict the 98th Academy Awards.

By Alex Swift , Jack McCarthy and Sam Troester | March 9, 2026

Opinion: Not our battle

Exploring the importance of solidarity amid ongoing ICE raids and division between communities of color.

By Keyanee Walls | March 5, 2026

Opinion: Keep AI out of my classrooms

The purpose of college is to challenge yourself, and ASU's integration of AI into curriculums takes that away.

By Lexi Janusee | March 5, 2026

Opinion: It's time for Tempe to host NCAA tournament hockey

After two years without the NHL and over ten years without playoff hockey, the Valley deserves an NCAA Hockey Tournament regional.

By Alex Swift | February 26, 2026

Opinion: To shape conservation's future, ASU must honor the original stewards

The Rob Walton School of Conservation Futures should turn to the world's oldest and most successful conservationists as it works to shape the planet's future.

By Autumn Rose Williams | November 20, 2025

Satire: A love letter to my noisy neighbors

A letter to neighbors in the Gordon Commons dorms, and how their noisy creativity makes the building feel like home.

By Grace Lawrence | November 19, 2025

Review: Hayley Williams' latest album is a powerful reflection of artistry, emotion

The singer's third solo album is nominated for four Grammys in 2026.

By Jazlyn Gonzales | November 10, 2025

Opinion: ASU must continue to protect trans students from Trump's agenda

As the president's compact attempts to target transgender students, the University needs to remain steadfast.

By Meadow Harriss | November 4, 2025

Opinion: I thought psychology wasn't STEM, the experts changed my mind

An analysis of whether psychology deserves its place in STEM, through conversations with students and professors.

By MJ Martinez | November 3, 2025

Opinion: Concerts are a place for connection, not your bad manners

As a lover of concerts, community and connection are what make live music so special.

By Jazlyn Gonzales | October 29, 2025

Opinion: Share the good dining halls with the rest of us

Non-Tempe campus students want access to fancy dining halls too!

By Grace Lawrence | October 8, 2025

Opinion: ASU just observed AI Day — but who is celebrating?

As the University cheers on AI in higher education, two Barrett professors urge colleagues and administration to take a more cautious approach.

By Alex Trimble Young and Michael Ostling | September 17, 2025

Opinion: I'm putting my textbooks back on the shelf

College is already expensive and textbook prices aren't helping alleviate the financial burden of ASU.

By Allison Lillestol | September 10, 2025

Insight: AI risks the humanity behind the pen

Students talk about the risks and fears of rendering authorship to artificial intelligence.

By MJ Martinez | September 9, 2025

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Review: Sabrina Carpenter's 'Man's Best Friend' is all bark and no bite

With such a rapid turnover, comparisons to "Short n' Sweet" hurt the album's popularity among fans.

By Jazlyn Gonzales | September 3, 2025

Opinion: Pride 2025 is a call to action amid growing political backlash

As Pride Month enters political uncertainty, the LGBTQ+ community and its allies must emphasize its history.

By James Howell | June 22, 2025

Letter to the editor: Why Pitchfork Pantry needs more support

This firsthand account explains why Pitchfork Pantry is an important resource for students and requires further support from the University.

By Colette Webb | June 18, 2025

Opinion: How to pull your family members out of the information rabbit hole

Relationships can be ruined due to friends or family members falling down the extreme partisan rabbit hole. We researched how to pull them out.

By Niall Rosenberg | May 8, 2025

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