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Mark Brnovich wants to stop student loan forgiveness. Activists, lawyers aren't worried

Despite threats from Attorney General Mark Brnovich, activists and lawyers aren't worried about a potential lawsuit to stop student loan forgiveness.

By Reagan Priest | September 21, 2022

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Politicians and student leaders host event downtown for National Voter Registration Day

Political groups and students teamed up to hold an event for National Voting Registration Day in order to promote civic engagement among students on the Downtown Phoenix campus.

By Shane Brennan | September 20, 2022

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President Crow addresses concerns at first student forum of the school year

President Crow's responses to concerns for future COVID-19 protocols, student housing and parking left students with mixed reactions at USG Polytechnic's open forum.

By Rishab Chatty | September 19, 2022

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Students say DACA rule is step in right direction, but want permanent protections

Despite Biden administration's move to preserve DACA, advocates and students still want more protections for Dreamers.

By Yoori Han | September 15, 2022

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Student groups once again condemn CRU's campus visitor

Following precedent, College Republicans United invited a white nationalist to speak on campus, garnering a large amount of attention and backlash.

By Shane Brennan | September 13, 2022

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ASU spent hundreds of thousands of dollars lobbying California's State Legislature

ASU lobbied over $400,000 in California to promote new policy opening access to federal student aid to ASU students in the state.

By Alexis Waiss | September 8, 2022

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ASU students and alumni react to student loan debt cancellation

ASU students and alumni had mixed reactions to the Biden administration's announcement that some federal student loan debt will be forgiven.

By Reagan Priest | August 30, 2022

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Share your thoughts: How do you feel about the Supreme Court’s decision to strike down Roe?

The State Press and The Washington Post are asking college students to directly share their thoughts on the overturning of Roe v. Wade through a submission form linked here.

By State Press Staff | August 17, 2022

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Overturn of Roe v. Wade leaves Arizona abortion policy in limbo

Since Roe v Wade was overturned, there is no certain abortion policy for Arizona.

By Alexis Waiss | July 6, 2022

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Half of 2022 USG candidate platforms focused on increasing student engagement

This year's candidates prioritized USG awareness and student engagement in their campaigns. 

By Morgan Fischer and Alexis Waiss | April 26, 2022

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Few USG candidates spent money on their campaigns, expense reports show

Most candidates kept relatively low budgets this election season, making use of traditional get-out-the-vote tactics and social media messaging to eliminate the need to raise or spend any money. 

By Mark Habelt | April 25, 2022

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Greek life continues to dominate USGT representation

Going into the 2022-23 school year, the majority of USGT representatives will be involved in Greek life.

By Alexis Waiss | April 21, 2022

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Political student club leaders resist, rejoice anti-abortion law

Gov. Doug Ducey signed the 15-week abortion bill on March 30, ASU's political student club leaders resist, rejoice.

By Tori Gantz | April 21, 2022

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Omni Hotel construction continues amid legal battle from attorney general

A lower court can rehear Arizona Attorney General Mark Brnovich's arguments that challenge the partnership between Omni Hotel and the Arizona Board of Regents.

By Morgan Fischer | April 19, 2022

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Gov. Doug Ducey appoints DC lobbyist and business executive to ABOR

Gov. Doug Ducey recently named Gregg Brewster and Doug Goodyear as two new appointees to the Arizona Board of Regents, the state's governing board over ASU, NAU and UA.

By Tori Gantz | April 18, 2022

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ASU's union struggles with getting recognition from administration

The union plans to continue to present itself as a source of support for all ASU employees and continues to grow its membership.

By Alexis Waiss | April 13, 2022

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Tempe establishes plans to build affordable housing along Apache Boulevard

A new redevelopment plan to add affordable housing units along Apache Boulevard is still in it's early phases.

By Shane Brennan | April 9, 2022

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ASU tuition increase approved for the 2022-23 school year

Tuition and fees for in-state, out-of-state and international students are set to increase for the 2022-23 year, as well as housing and meal plans.

By Shane Brennan | April 7, 2022

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Tempe seeks affordable solutions to the housing crisis

Housing costs on an upward climb have impacted a large population of the city, college students among them.

By ChristyAnn Hanzuk | April 4, 2022

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2022 GPSA election results announced

On Sunday, GPSA announced the winners of the 2022 election for executive cabinet and assembly positions.

By Morgan Fischer | April 3, 2022

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