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ASU professors and students discuss how AI could affect the democratic process

ASU staff and students discuss how AI could affect the democratic process as experts continue to debate the way it's utilized.

By Sophia Herman | November 16, 2023

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Valley Metro to vote on the fate of Tempe Flash services

Valley Metro is proposing to eliminate its FLASH line, a free shuttle service designed for student transportation.

By Phineas Hogan | November 16, 2023

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USG adjourns meeting early over physical and verbal disruptions from outside protest

The USG meeting was abruptly adjourned after rocks from people involved in an outside protest at the Memorial Union in Tempe

By Phineas Hogan and Alysa Horton | November 14, 2023

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Students, faculty and officials voice concerns on University of Arizona's financial problems

University of Arizona is facing a "financial crisis" and has until December to correct their financial troubles and to address issues of accountability claimed by UA students and faculty. 

By Ghadiel Navarrete | November 14, 2023

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New petition aims to ban Turning Point USA from Arizona's three public universities

A new petition to remove Turning Point USA from campus is circulating before being taking to the Arizona Board of Regents next week.

By Alysa Horton | November 9, 2023

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Despite state incentives, Arizona struggles to retain teachers

The Arizona Teachers Academy offers scholarships to students studying education that has resulted in steady enrollment, but the state has problems retaining teachers post graduation.

By Phineas Hogan | November 9, 2023

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Tempe to preserve Hayden Mill and develop the area around it

Plans to restore the Hayden Flour Mill in to expanded retail and recreational spaces also honors Native heritage.

By Phineas Hogan and Brenna Gauchat | November 9, 2023

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Guest speaker discusses free speech and expression on college campuses

ASU invited a guest speaker to talk about free expression on campuses after months of protests and controversial events

By Ghadiel Navarrete | November 9, 2023

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Arizona Attorney General hopes to ban vape flavors for young people

Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes signed a letter with other attorneys general across the county hoping to ban flavored vape products accused of being directed toward younger demographics.

By Maddie LeBerre | November 8, 2023

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Jewish organizations on campus file petition to ASU administration to reject BDS

Jewish organizations across campus endorsed a petition calling on ASU administration, faculty and student leaders "to attend at least one training session on antisemitism, the Holocaust and life in Israel"

By Shane Brennan | November 7, 2023

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Chabad at ASU unites Jewish students in prayer, calls for other Universities to follow

ASU Chabad gathered Jewish students at the Memorial Union to pray for unity within the community. 

By Mia Osmonbekov | November 2, 2023

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ASU community calls on University to take further action against Turning Point USA

Students, local organizations and faculty speak out against TPUSA and their controversial past on campus

By Shane Brennan and Alysa Horton | November 1, 2023

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Student organizations call on ASU to boycott and divest from companies supporting Israel

Students for Justice in Palestine at ASU presented a petition for the University to boycott and divest from Israel and have organized protests on campus and in Phoenix.

By Phineas Hogan | November 1, 2023

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ASU, global organizations continue work with the Gendered Violence Research Network

ASU is part of the Gendered Violence Research Network, which works to prevent violence on a global scale with other organizations around the world.

By Sophia Herman | October 30, 2023

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Tempe City Council raises tobacco purchase age, local owners speak on the effects

Tempe is raising the age to buy tobacco products from 18 to 21 after a city council vote on Oct. 26.

By Ghadiel Navarrete | October 26, 2023

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ASU joins 14 academic institutions in collective support of Israel

ASU joined various universities, groups of institutions, and a scholarship fund in a statement to support Israel and denounce Hamas.

By Shane Brennan | October 23, 2023

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USG shares updates on accomplishments as second half of semester begins

The new Undergraduate Student Government leadership has been working since the beginning of the fall semester on fulfilling campaign promises. 

By Ghadiel Navarrete | October 23, 2023

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ASU community rally at Old Main to show support for Palestine

Students and community members rallied outside Old Main and marched around the Tempe campus to show support for Palestine as conflict in the region continues.

By Alysa Horton | October 21, 2023

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Humanities Lab arms students with tools to prevent gun violence

ASU's annual Humanities Week presented 'Arming Students for Good: Youth Activism to Prevent Violence,' an event to uplift youth voices on gun violence prevention.   

By Ginia McFarland and Sophia Herman | October 17, 2023

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Students, faculty frustrated with Turning Point USA and ASU after altercation involving faculty member

Some LGBTQ+ students and faculty question their safety on campus after an ASU professor was assaulted by two members of Turning Point USA Wednesday afternoon.

By Alysa Horton | October 14, 2023

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