The Echo

Learning American Sign Language on the screen

ASU students are using videos from DPAN.TV, popular streaming sites and social media as learning material for American Sign Language. 

By Sophia Braccio | March 16, 2023

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AZNA Dance left it all out on the court for Sun's primetime performance

AZNA Dance left it all out on the court opening the Suns game with an open-style performance of grace, precision and passionate drive. 

By Analisa Valdez | March 15, 2023

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Comedian Kristina Wong weaves theater from social change

Kristina Wong, an elected representative and 2022 Pulitzer Prize finalist, brings theater and social change to ASU as an artist-in-residence at Gammage.  

By Shri Swaminathan | March 14, 2023

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ASU's film clubs picks for this year's Oscars, Best Picture category

A24's "Everything Everywhere All at Once" has already won over ASU film clubs, but will it win over the Academy Awards?

By Analisa Valdez | March 12, 2023

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Insight: Women in STEM face immense pressure

The underrepresentation of women in STEM is a big issue, but efforts to recruit more women into these fields devalue the arts and discourage women from pursuing their passions.

By Selma Krantz | February 27, 2023

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The boom and bust of the 2023 Oscars biopics

Biopics walk a fine line between commemoration and caricature, but this year's Oscar-nominated "Blonde" and "Elvis" miss the mark.

By Analisa Valdez | February 27, 2023

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ASU Black Theatre Organization performs first show 'Pipeline'

Founded last fall, the ASU Black Theatre Organization uses its first show to confront the racial discrimination ingrained in American public education.  

By Claire van Doren | February 23, 2023

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Slug Bug to be Devilpalooza opener after winning Battle of the Bands finale

ASU's PAB hosted Springfest in Downtown Phoenix to showcase the winners of the local Battle of the Bands competition that decided who would be the opener at Devilpalooza.

By Gillian McComeskey | February 20, 2023

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ASU alumna Caelan Creaser to perform at Gammage as part of Disney's 'Frozen'

Caelan Creaser, ASU musical theater alumna, returns to Gammage Auditorium Feb. 22 through Mar. 5. for the national tour of Disney's "Frozen."

By Shri Swaminathan | February 20, 2023

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Streaming wars: Does anyone win?

When our favorite shows die, a part of us dies with them, especially after only one season. Ultimately, viewers lose the most in this streaming war.

By Marissa Armstrong | February 16, 2023

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Behind the scenes of new student-produced reality show 'Safety'

 “Safety” is a new reality show featuring a student-led cast and crew, leading all participants to grow as filmmakers through the process. 

By Sophia Braccio | February 15, 2023

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ASU alumnus highlights Arizona housing and drug crisis in second published book

ASU alumnus Austin Davis highlighted mental health, homelessness and fentanyl abuse in his recently published novella Compulsive Swim.

By Lauren Boykins | February 13, 2023

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ASU professor hopes to be mirror of pride for Arizonans as poet laureate

Alberto Ríos, the inaugural poet laureate of Arizona, has used his experience and understanding of Arizona culture to reflect the state in his writing.  

By Sadie Buggle | February 13, 2023

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Tempe Battle of the Bands leaves students bewildered

ASU's annual Battle of the Bands turns out to be a disorganized event leaving students and performers confused and let down.

By Gillian McComeskey | February 7, 2023

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Review: 'Jesus Christ Superstar' is a lot of buzz

The 50th-anniversary touring production of “Jesus Christ Superstar” playing ASU Gammage from Jan. 31 to Feb. 5 is a glittery revival, making up for its lack of depth with feverish energy.

By Shri Swaminathan | February 3, 2023

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Insight: Gradients of red and pink illustrate the feminine experience

While societal norms define femininity by one shade of pink, it's really a spectrum of shades spanning both the light and the dark.

By Analisa Valdez | January 26, 2023

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Reviewing the best of The State Press' 2022 coverage

These stories from 2022 represent what The State Press means to those who work to create it and uphold our mission to serve, provoke and challenge our audience.

By Piper Hansen | January 17, 2023

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Insight: Facing ASU party culture with an addictive personality

It's no secret ASU is a party school. It feels like navigating a minefield between drugs and alcohol for someone who has witnessed addiction and has an addictive personality.

By Analisa Valdez | November 28, 2022

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Open World Gaming: From a few titles to an industry standard

Open world gaming has taken the industry by storm. From only a few popular titles, it's now an industry standard. 

By Amir Imam | November 21, 2022

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Bread & Puppet Theater arrives in Arizona bringing political satire, spectacle

The Bread & Puppet Theater is an internationally recognized artistic company. For ASU art students involved in puppetry, the company's upcoming Arizona appearance is a cause for celebration.

By Amir Imam | November 8, 2022

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