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Former Starbucks CEO Howard Schultz visits ASU amid talks of presidential run

Schultz visited for a book tour but the focus was on his presidential aspirations.

By Bryan Pietsch | January 31, 2019

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USGW to release new website aimed at informing constituents

USGW's new website is supposed to make information about student government and its initiatives more accessible to students.

By Kiara Quaranta | January 30, 2019

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ASU clubs and Maricopa County Democratic Party help asylum seekers through donation drives

ASU student organizations are working to collect and distribute supplies to migrant families.

By Wissam Melhem | January 30, 2019

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Student activists protest global gag rule on reproductive health

The protest took place on the two year anniversary of the rule's revival. 

By Vandana Ravikumar | January 24, 2019

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State budget includes increase in university funding, expansion of education tuition program

The budget would expand funding for universities statewide and expand the Arizona Teachers Academy.

By Bryan Pietsch | January 24, 2019

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Arizona minimum wage climbs to 11 dollars per hour in 2019

The state's minimum wage is one year closer to being $12 per hour by 2020, due to a proposition that Arizona voters passed in 2016. 

By Michelle Zhao | January 24, 2019

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Arizona commission focuses on increasing access to financial aid

The commission works to provide financial aid to students and promote success in higher education.

By Kiara Quaranta | January 23, 2019

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Forks Estate: The impact of ASU’s legal battle over property tax

Breaking down the Arizona attorney general’s lawsuit against ASU and what students should know.

By Alfred Varela and Michelle Zhao | January 22, 2019

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USGT swears in three new executives

Two of the new officers are filling vacancies left at the end of fall semester. 

By Kiara Quaranta | January 22, 2019

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The 2019 Phoenix Women's March: Defined by inclusivity, led by diversity

The third annual Phoenix Women's March drew thousands of demonstrators to the Arizona Capitol and promoted inclusivity.

By Wissam Melhem and Katie Fusillo | January 20, 2019

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Protesters demand justice for 14-year-old boy killed by Tempe police officer

The crowd protested the shooting of a 14-year-old boy by Tempe police.

By Wissam Melhem | January 18, 2019

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Associated Students of ASU Supreme Court rules against former USGT VP of Policy

After a trial earlier this week, the court upheld USGT's impeachment of John Gimenez.

By Kiara Quaranta | January 17, 2019

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Arizona lawmakers begin drafting bill to lower tuition for DACA students

The bill would create a reduced tuition rate that would not conflict with existing state law.

By Katie Fusillo | January 17, 2019

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ABOR's revised rules for university developments fall short for Arizona Attorney General

ABOR revised their policy regarding university real estate deals in December.

By Michelle Zhao | January 16, 2019

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Phoenix Women's March 2019 draws support from ASU student organizations

Multiple ASU organizations plan to attend the 2019 Phoenix Women's March.

By Melissa Robbins | January 14, 2019

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Associated Students of ASU Supreme Court hears lawsuit from a former USGT Vice President

ASASU Supreme Court has three days to issue a final decision on the trial. 

By Bryan Pietsch | January 14, 2019

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ABOR responds to Attorney General lawsuit over real estate projects

ABOR Chair Ron Shoopman said the lawsuit "wastes precious taxpayer dollars."

By Vandana Ravikumar | January 11, 2019

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Martha McSally appointed to Senate

The Congresswoman will serve alongside her 2018 midterm rival Kyrsten Sinema. 

By Isaac Windes | December 18, 2018

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Sen. Jon Kyl to step down at the end of the month

The resignation makes way for another appointment by Arizona Gov. Doug Ducey.

By Isaac Windes | December 14, 2018

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China-backed language institute remains at ASU amid national closures

As Confucius institutes continue to shutter around the nation, ASU's remains open. 

By Isaac Windes | December 6, 2018

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