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Anxiety among first-time voters, ASU provides solutions

ASU has a number of resources to educate students about political participation and voting

By Teanna Sorensen | September 5, 2024

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Graduate Student Government President Ravi Teja Chopparapu is impeached by Assembly

The Graduate Student Government Assembly has impeached President Ravi Teja Chopparapu.

By Emra Muslim | September 4, 2024

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Gen Z’s ‘brat summer’: How young voters are impacting presidential campaigns

Presidential candidates are using influencers, trends and TikToks to relate to Gen Z voters as many prepare to vote for the first time

By Pippa Fung | September 4, 2024

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Congressman Frost visits Young Democrats at 'Back-to-School' event

Congressman Maxwell Frost joined Young Democrats at ASU this Wednesday to speak on young voter turnout and involvement in the upcoming election.

By Isabel Flores and Ellis Preston | August 29, 2024

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RFK Jr. suspends 2024 campaign, endorses Trump with plans to work alongside him

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. suspended his 2024 campaign to endorse Trump in an address that highlighted mutual values.

By George Headley | August 29, 2024

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GSG president faces possible recall after withholding vital funding information

The President of Graduate Student Government is being accused of withholding funding information and mistreating the members of the assembly.

By Emma Bradford | August 22, 2024

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Voters attend the Harris-Walz rally in AZ, share insight Into Gen Z's role this election

Gen Z voters attend the Harris-Walz rally in Glendale to speak about the important issues for young voters in the upcoming November election.

By Alysa Horton and George Headley | August 11, 2024

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Former Devils' Advocates leader speaks out against recent decision

A student leader from the Tempe Campus speaks out against the University's recent decision for the future of the Devils' Advocates.

By George Headley | August 10, 2024

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ASU Police Chief retires following period of administrative leave and sanctions from Iran

ASU Police Chief Michael Thompson is retiring after being placed on administrative leave for behavior during campus pro-Palestine protests.

By Natalia Jarrett | August 9, 2024

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Iran imposes sanctions on ASU Police Department Chief

Michael Thompson, ASU Chief of Police, is now subject to sanctions by the Iranian Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Iran for actions during the pro-Palestine encampment. 

By George Headley | July 12, 2024

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Devils' Advocates turns to student employment amid new club registration requirements

Devils' Advocates transitions to a unit under admission services after a revision to the student organization registration.

By George Headley | July 10, 2024

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Protesters arrested at ASU encampment arrive for arraignment, ASU PD fails to submit charges

The 71 protesters who were arrested at the pro-Palestine encampment will have to wait up to a year to see if their case resumes after ASU PD failed to turn over information on Tuesday.

By Natalia Jarrett and George Headley | May 15, 2024

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ASU Police Department chief placed on leave due to actions during pro-Palestine encampment

ASU Police Chief Michael Thompson has been placed on paid administrative leave as the University reviews complaints made after his actions at the pro-Palestine Alumni Lawn encampment.

By Sophia Ramirez | May 10, 2024

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Arrested students seek preliminary injunction after suspension, speak on arrest treatment

Students who were arrested during ASU's pro-Palestine encampment describe their experience in custody, as well a lawsuit filed against the Arizona Board of Regents for infringement of free speech.

By Natalia Jarrett | May 8, 2024

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ASU postdoctoral researcher resigned prior to incident in viral video

ASU postdoctoral researcher Jonathan Yudelman resigned from his position at ASU before appearing to intimidate two people at a pro-Israel rally on May 5. The University has referred any criminal investigations to the Tempe Police Department.

By George Headley | May 8, 2024

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Pro-Israel organizations host rally to show stance, unify Jewish community

ASU Jewish student organizations held a protest on Sunday near the Fulton Center to show their support for Israel.

By Emma Bradford | May 6, 2024

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'ASU Liberated Zone' hosts press conference, condemns treatment of student protesters

On Thursday morning, protesters and organizers gathered to address concerns over the treatment of student activists on the ASU Tempe campus, following the arrests at last week's encampment.

By River Graziano | May 2, 2024

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Gov. Katie Hobbs signs repeal of 1864 abortion ban: What this means for students, community

Increased abortion access could be available in Arizona in the near future. Here's what to know.

By Abigail Beck | May 2, 2024

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ASU confirms 69 people arrested outside of Old Main in response to encampment early Saturday morning

ASU confirms 69 arrests outside of Old Main early Saturday 16 hours after an encampment in support of Palestine was established.

By Sophia Ramirez | April 27, 2024

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Pro-Palestine protestors set up tents outside of Old Main, three arrests made

Protestors set up an encampment outside of Old Main, demanding a ceasefire in Gaza and for ASU to divest from Israel. The area remains set up after three arrests were made in the morning.

By River Graziano , Shane Brennan and Alysa Horton | April 26, 2024

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