Politics

Department of Education declassifies nursing as a professional degree, limiting loans

The change will limit the total amount of money students can borrow to pursue nursing graduate degrees. 

By Andi Ruiz | December 3, 2025

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Farming, drones, will.i.am: new ideas take forefront at Downtown Phoenix Crow forum

The ASU President answered student questions about the state of the University at a quarterly Q&A event.

By Mia Sweador | December 2, 2025

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Prop 409 passes, funding healthcare resources and education for students

The bond will contribute to growing Valleywise Health's behavioral healthcare and training facilities.

By Andi Ruiz | December 2, 2025

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GSG passes resolution opposing higher education compact despite relevance concerns

Debate over the resolution focused on the University's past statements about the compact and procedural standards that were not met.

By Carsten Oyer | November 25, 2025

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ASU's role in strengthening Arizona-Japan ties

ASU plays a pivotal role in forging a nongovernmental relationship between Arizona and Japan.

By Mia Osmonbekov | November 24, 2025

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New Tempe development to bring affordable housing, a grocery store

The city of Tempe approved a plan to replace an abandoned Food City near the Dorsey Lane and Apache Boulevard light rail station.

By Andi Ruiz | November 24, 2025

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Professors express growing concerns for safety, implications for higher education

Concerns for personal safety increase among professors, who fear subsequent impacts on higher education. 

By Sam Luba | November 19, 2025

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Alex Stein combines politics, humor at Turning Point comedy show

Sun Devils consider the combination of humor and politics at Turning Point USA at ASU comedy show.  

By Mia Sweador | November 19, 2025

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State Sen. Lauren Kuby opposes Tempe's controversial event permit ordinance

State senator opposed the now-overturned Tempe parks ordinance restricting event permits alongside students and local organizations. 

By Kate Gore | November 18, 2025

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Democratic candidate for state superintendent speaks to ASU Young Democrats

ASU alumna Teresa Leyba Ruiz pitched her campaign for superintendent of public instruction to Democratic students. 

By Emma Bradford | November 17, 2025

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ASU organizations seek solutions to Colorado River shortages

A deadline to come to a new agreement about Colorado River water allocation between states has passed without a solution.

By Mia Sweador | November 12, 2025

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Satire: Dear woke, liberal college students

A magazine reporter satirizes current events in an open letter 

By Evan Silverberg | November 11, 2025

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Students turn to Pitchfork Pantry as AZ law makers attempt to pivot during SNAP cuts

The government shutdown has brought cuts to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, which is affecting around 900,000 people in Arizona.

By Natalia Rodriguez | November 6, 2025

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Ballots and beliefs

A reporter examines the growing tension between religion and politics in America

By Aleah Steinle | November 5, 2025

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Insight: Navigating the campus social climate in the midst of political unrest

The changing and tense political climate on campus complicates dialogue. 

By Dhemi Bell | November 4, 2025

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The University Senate and how it functions

Senate leaders share how they work to represent a large, growing University.  

By Emma Bradford | October 30, 2025

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Current and future law students discuss the accessibility of a law degree

Law and pre-law students said changes to law school admissions could make the profession more accessible.

By Emma Bradford | October 29, 2025

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Not every crime gets a LiveSafe app alert — here's why

ASU community says the LiveSafe app is crucial for campus safety, though some crimes are never announced.

By Emilio Alvarado | October 29, 2025

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President Crow says signing higher education compact is not 'viable'

Congressional and state representatives, as well as students, urged ASU administrators to reject the Trump administration's proposal.

By Andi Ruiz | October 27, 2025

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Michael Crow discusses ASU relationship with Trump administration, funding plans

Michael Crow sat down with The State Press to discuss current issues and the direction of the University. 

By Kate Gore | October 27, 2025

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