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Problems, progress and posters: Barrett's diversity framework, three years later

Barrett, The Honors College has taken steps to become more diverse and inclusive, but some students feel that the school isn't doing enough to achieve its ambitious goals.

By Keetra Bippus | February 8, 2023

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Frozen in time: Sculptures on campus

Three statues on the ASU Tempe campus hold wide-ranging rich history and hold more complex political histories than what appears on the surface, according to ASU community members and experts.

By Savannah Dagupion | February 6, 2023

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Opinion: When racism comes from inside the house

In a world where Latines often have to fight for representation, we ourselves must learn, understand and respect our differences in order to inform people outside of our community.

By Brenda Muñoz Murguia | December 1, 2022

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Generational differences

It's incredibly humbling to hear about where my grandparents came from and how they got to America. Now that I'm older, I recognize how grateful my grandparents are for the opportunities this country has given them, but also how younger Latine people criticize the U.S. for its history and approaches to immigration.

By Aidan Gamiz | November 30, 2022

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On translation: Meet Zhongxing Zeng (曾中行), a wanderer who paints poetry with music

Zhongxing Zeng, a Ph.D. student in literature at ASU, is a poet, singer-songwriter and translator who has been combining his talents to create works of audible art. 

By Boi Ngoc Thai | November 21, 2022

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Satire: A day in the life of an ASU Starship robot

A weathered ASU Starship robot recites the complexities of its day: grumbling students, a love triangle, and an almost-kidnapping.

By Savannah Dagupion | November 17, 2022

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Chaos on tap: The rise of Tempe Barstool

Tempe Barstool, along with its aggregation of campus antics, has overwhelmed the ASU community, putting the morality of dubious online content into question.

By Leah Mesquita | November 17, 2022

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Satire: ASU files application to trademark the word ‘innovation’

SATIRE: In an effort to relieve the stressful wait for ASU’s No. 1 status in innovation to be renewed each year, the University takes a drastic step in keeping its status for all time by applying to trademark the word innovation.

By Keetra Bippus | November 14, 2022

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DIY or die: Finding community in the local, live music scene

Local musicians and music lovers alike find solace in the Valley's underground music scene, where house shows provide a communal space for them to hone and showcase their craft.

By Sophia Balasubramanian | November 9, 2022

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Passion over pay: challenging the starving artist stereotype

As some equate STEM careers with success in the digital age, ASU's artists work to prove that money isn't synonymous with personal fulfillment. The starving artist stereotype is pervasive — but a shift to incorporate the arts in STEM could change that.

By Madeline Nguyen | November 7, 2022

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For the record: trailblazing ASU's popular music scene

ASU's latest music program is cultivating students' various musical interests and preparing them for the modern music industry.

By Savannah Dagupion | November 2, 2022

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Market failure: 'It falls on all of us to end the housing crisis'

College students are among the most affected by the Phoenix metro housing crisis, where 44% of renters are currently cost burdened, according to some estimates. 

By Alexis Moulton | October 12, 2022

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One billion gallons: ASU and the future of the Colorado River

With the decline in water in the Colorado River, which serves millions, ASU's sustainability practices are put in place for the coming shortage.

By Keetra Bippus | October 6, 2022

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The shade shortage: ASU's efforts and struggles to shield students in the Valley of the Sun

In a city that hits triple-digit temperatures during the summer, shade is a rare commodity at ASU Tempe. The University has implemented new shade coverage in recent years, but some students and researchers argue ASU can, and should, do more.

By Madeline Nguyen | October 5, 2022

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Letter from the President

Michael Crow reflects on his 20 years as president of ASU in this column from State Press Magazine's The Crow Issue.

By Michael Crow | September 14, 2022

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The New American president: Crow's relationships with Arizona politicians

Crow has made waves with local and state politicians throughout his 20 year tenure as University President. Now, various Arizona political players reflect on Crow's aspirations and their relationships with him.

By Reagan Priest | September 13, 2022

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No. 1 in innovation: How Crow has kept ASU’s eight-year streak going

ASU has been ranked No. 1 in innovation for 8 years straight, the only university to receive the award. But how did Michael Crow make this happen after decades of the University having a party school reputation, and what does this ranking mean for the University?

By Camila Pedrosa | September 12, 2022

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'Real estate is king': How Michael Crow found a way to fund and expand ASU

ASU has leased its tax-exempt land to private-sector companies, a practice critics feel benefits the University and harms the community.

By Jamie Montoya and Alexis Waiss | September 8, 2022

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Here first: Michael Crow, downtown Phoenix and legacies of gentrification

The Downtown Phoenix campus has been credited with revitalizing the area but critics say it contributes to gentrification, continuing a long history of displacement.

By Alexis Moulton and Jamie Montoya | September 7, 2022

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'We had no bargaining power': Student housing workers' story of exploitation, administrative neglect and pandemic mismanagement

A series of interviews, video recordings, documents and emails show ASU community assistants tried to address safety and labor concerns during the 2020-21 academic year. They paint a picture of University Housing's administrative pushback against efforts to voice dissent, organize and communicate with the press.

By Alexis Moulton | May 14, 2022

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