News - The Arizona State Press

Mobilizing Latino student voters proves to be a challenge, nonprofit and ASU leaders explain

Mobilizing the young Latino vote proves to be a challenge as the November election looms.

By Natalia Marrin | October 17, 2024

Rep. Ruben Gallego visits students in Tempe, encourages support for campaign

Ruben Gallego visited students at Tempe on Oct. 16 at a pop-up event organized by Sun Devils for Harris and the Young Democrats at ASU.

By Pippa Fung | October 17, 2024

From 'Masters of War' to 'American Idiot': How music and activism stand the test of time

With social media and the 2024 election, activism in music has evolved over time to expand across different platforms and allow candidates to reach out to young voters.

By Pippa Fung | October 16, 2024

Arizona Board of Regents is seeking $732.2 to resolve budget cut consequences

As ABOR is seeking more funding from the state legislature, a student is facing challenges with the new tuition surcharge.

By Emma Bradford | October 16, 2024

'Grey's Anatomy' and 'Private Practice' stars arrive on ASU campus, endorse Harris-Walz

Actors Jason Winston George, KaDee Strickland and Kim Raver arrived in Tempe to discuss political engagement among ASU students.

By George Headley | October 15, 2024

First Lady Jill Biden, Bryan Cranston stop by Arizona for reproductive freedom bus tour

First Lady Jill Biden, along with celebrities like Bryan Cranston and Sophia Bush, stopped by Arizona to speak on reproductive healthcare and the Democratic presidential ticket.

By Matthew Marengo | October 15, 2024

Harris-Walz rally in Arizona draws ASU students: 'Your vote is your voice'

Vice President Kamala Harris urged Arizonans to vote at a Chandler rally on Thursday. Many ASU students attended to hear her speak.

By Sam Luba | October 13, 2024

ASU's new police chief and his goals for the future of campus safety

ASU welcomed the new police Chief John Thompson after months of being interim chief.

By Emma Bradford | October 10, 2024

Pro-Palestine protesters march after the anniversary of Oct. 7, emphasize need for peace

A year has past since the events of Oct. 7, 2023, local protesters gathered on the Tempe campus to make their voices heard for a collective desire for peace.

By Natalia Rodriguez and Teanna Sorensen | October 9, 2024

Respect for politicians is lessening, so is people's respect for each other

As politicians lose respect, people also respect each other less. Through collaboration, campaigning and civility between candidates, this could change.

By Pippa Fung | October 9, 2024

Politics-Arizona-Voter-Registration-Issues

Students and clubs reflect on errors in proper voter registration, how to avoid them

Emerging issues with Arizona voter registration prompts students and clubs at ASU to reevaluate the impact of properly registering.

By Sam Luba | October 3, 2024

The potential 'October surprise' looms a month before election day

The October surprise could be a potential threat in the final month before the 2024 election.

By Alysa Horton | October 3, 2024

The secret lives of Mormon voters: Arizona members of the church prepare to vote

Members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints contemplate religious and political values throughout the election season.

By Ellis Preston | October 2, 2024

Young Democrats at ASU canvass alongside state representatives

The Arizona Democrats hosted a canvass launch event where students and state representatives came together to advocate for the November election.

By Ellis Preston | October 1, 2024

Politics-America-Ferrera-Harris-header).JPG

America Ferrera visits Tempe for Harris-Walz event, speaks on mobilizing young voters

America Ferrera visits Tempe for a Harris-Walz event alongside Arizona state Rep. Lorena Austin and student leaders.

By Pippa Fung and George Headley | September 27, 2024

Students and faculty weigh in on proposition to change term limits for AZ justices

Proposition 137 has caused a mix of confusion, concern and calm for students and faculty surrounding its proposed changed to Arizona judicial term limits.

By Sam Luba | September 26, 2024

Kari Lake, Charlie Kirk visit ASU during 'Greeks for Trump' voter registration drive

"Greeks for Trump" event hosts Kari Lake and Charlie Kirk for voter registration drive.

By Abigail Beck and George Headley | September 25, 2024

Safety Escort services at risk for graduate students as USG and GSG work on agreement

USG continues to allow graduate students accessibility for Safety Escort and Bike Co-Op while the process of a joint governmental agreement continues.

By Allison Lillestol and Ellis Preston | September 25, 2024

Unifying the party: College Republicans at ASU hosts first chapter meeting of the semester

The College Republicans at ASU held their first chapter meeting of the semester in which they "broke the ice" and talked about opportunities for members to get involved.

By Sam Luba and Teanna Sorensen | September 25, 2024

From ASU classrooms to the Capitol: alumni running for Arizona legislative seats

Three ASU alumni are running in key Arizona battleground districts, aiming to bring community-driven leadership to the state legislature.

By Emra Muslim | September 24, 2024

Politics-Carousel

Notice