Politics

AI meets democracy at ASU hackathon

From chatbots to accessibility tools, students built AI prototypes aimed at solving real-world election challenges.

By Mia Sweador and Nikhil Mohta | March 3, 2026

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International security event highlights ASU's role in defense innovation

The Emerging Voices Series on Strategy, Security and Defence detailed military and technological challenges the world faces.

By Kaitlyn Smitten | March 3, 2026

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Demonstrators against war in Iran met by counter-protesters on ASU's Hayden Lawn

Counter-protesters said the protest was not aligned with Iranian students' perspectives on the war.

By Carsten Oyer | March 2, 2026

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USG Tempe urges University to protect student safety, limit ICE presence

A USG Tempe senator introduced a resolution after students voiced concerns about safety and ICE presence on campus. 

By Andi Ruiz | March 2, 2026

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Recovering a safe space

Over a year after the Memorial Union’s MECHA room was locked indefinitely, supporters are advocating for its return

By Evan Silverberg | March 1, 2026

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ASU commended for opposing antisemitism at ADL conference in Tempe

At a conference hosted in Tempe by the Anti-Defamation League, speakers discussed ASU's measures to protect Jewish students.

By Quinn Wang | March 1, 2026

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New GSG president pledges progress after semesters of difficulties

The Graduate Student Government has begun to implement new plans to prevent future disorder and serve students.

By Mia Sweador | February 26, 2026

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ASU Muslim community reacts to legislation directed against Muslim organizations, beliefs

Among the pieces of proposed legislation in the state legislature, one called a Muslim advocacy group a terrorist organization and another targeted Shariah.

By Andi Ruiz | February 25, 2026

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Students to pick candidates for draft competition ahead of midterm elections

The goal of the draft is to expand students' knowledge of national elections and voting systems with a competitive spin.

By Quinn Wang | February 24, 2026

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Aramark, AI, DEI at center of conversations during ASU Arizona Board of Regents meeting

Crow countered arguments from the public against the University's handling of DEI controversies and its use of AI.

By Sam Luba and Carsten Oyer | February 21, 2026

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Goldman Society strives to make social changes at ASU through community service

The Goldman Society offers an inclusive space for students to participate in social advocacy and community service.

By Kaitlyn Smitten | February 19, 2026

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USG Downtown works with PPGEN ASU to provide sexual health supplies, hygiene products

The Undergraduate Student Government Downtown recently announced a partnership with Planned Parenthood Generation Action at ASU to provide sexual health supplies to students.

By Sophia Keeling | February 18, 2026

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Government agencies come to ASU to recruit and connect with student veterans

Agencies like the FBI, Peace Corps and Department of Veterans Affairs recruited at a government career fair on the Tempe campus.

By Andi Ruiz | February 18, 2026

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Student governments work to represent international students

Student governments across ASU campuses work to get international students involved in the University.

By Quinn Wang | February 17, 2026

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ASU Watts College faculty were secretly recorded, accused of maintaining DEI policies

Accuracy In Media claims ASU is continuing diversity, equity and inclusion polices under new labels in violation of ABOR and federal government restrictions. 

By Andi Ruiz | February 16, 2026

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Tempe drink spiking ordinance to require drink testing kits, signage in bars

The new rules are intended to make it easier to report instances of drink spiking, according to the council member who introduced the ordinance.

By Kaitlyn Smitten | February 13, 2026

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Michael Crow discusses accessibility, fees, academic options at West Valley forum

ASU President Michael Crow responds to students' questions about the state of the University and ways it supports them.

By Quinn Wang | February 10, 2026

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Amid political turmoil, one ASU professor is urging engagement in civic conversations

While some professors have growing concerns about backlash for the topics they teach, one professor is encouraging more to engage in political discussions.

By Emma Bradford | February 9, 2026

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Tempe City Council candidates bring election conversation to campus

Four candidates for Tempe City Council attended a town hall discussion on campus, centering around student issues.

By Mia Sweador | February 5, 2026

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UPDATE: GSG freeze lifted after new president confirmed

The confirmation of Ramachandra Kulkarni as the new president of the Graduate Student Government allowed ASU to lift its pause on the organization.

By Mia Sweador | February 4, 2026

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