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Car Dogs Actor Chris Mulkey, left, and Director Adam Collis, right, speak to journalists on the red carpet during the movie’s premiere Monday, March 20, 2017 at Harkins Camelview at Scottsdale Fashion Square.

ASU’s stars shine at first red carpet premiere

The "Car Dogs" red carpet premiere saw members of the Hollywood cast and crew as they talked with press about the release of ASU's first feature film.

By Owen Baldner | March 21, 2017

Mr. Engineering Pageant puts engineering men on display to raise money for girl scouts

Phi Sigma Rho raised money for Girl Scouts of America through its first annual Mr. Engineering Pageant, which involved participants from the Professional Fraternity Council and the Interfraternity Conference.

By Marci Bandala | March 21, 2017

Tann Cheevasittirungruang, left, and Angel Garcia, right, sit at their table at Secular Day at the Arizona State Capitol on March 21, 2017.

Standing alone: atheism club provides for students questioning their faith

The Secular Student Alliance (SSA) is one of only two officially organized groups for atheists to meet at ASU. Members think this may be because atheism has not been normalized.

By Parker Shea | March 21, 2017

People walk by The Funky Monk while it is undergoing renovations on March 21, 2017.

New Mill Avenue restaurant will bring diversity and funk to ASU

Funk and diversity go hand in hand at new Mill Avenue restaurant The Funky Monk.

By Holly Miller | March 21, 2017

Students gather to pet and play with Canine Companions of Independence dogs at the Puppy Love event at the ASU downtown campus on Friday, Feb. 24, 2017.

ASU Downtown group to join DogFest

A Downtown ASU group will be joining DogFest Walk n’ Roll for community and a good cause.

By Thalia España | March 20, 2017

Urian Garcia, Creative Writing student at ASU, reads his short fiction piece at the Spillers 7th annual event at the Valley Bar on Tuesday, March 14, 2017.

Valley Bar showcases fiction writing talent among ASU students, Arizona residents

ASU students showcased their writing talent at a local authors' event designed to bring fiction to Downtown Phoenix.

By Jasmine Spearing-Bowen | March 20, 2017

Journalism sophomore, Lerman Montoya, poses with his art work at the Barrett Art Exhibit on April 1, 2016.

First Friday art exhibit allows Barrett students to show off their creative side

Barrett is hosting an art show at First Friday for students to present their artistic abilities.

By Emily Ditomasso | March 19, 2017

Fresh and Local Farmers Market at ASU Tempe seeks to provide healthy food to college students

Students can grab fresh fruits and vegetables at the Fresh and Local Farmers Market in Tempe as part of a healthy eating campaign by ASU.

By Alexis Juarez | March 16, 2017

Students gather at the MU on ASU's Tempe campus to watch Pratyusha Gutti perform a dance at the Oxfam Jam on Monday, March 13, 2017.

Oxfam at ASU looks to raise awareness for worldwide social issues

Student club Oxfam at ASU looks to raise awareness for worldwide social justice issues by hosting events and signing petitions.

By Andrew McKenney | March 15, 2017

Hakyoung Kim's "Linked" exhibition at the Harry Wood Gallery on Monday, Feb. 27, 2017.

International art students overcome language barriers to pursue their passion

Students from Taiwan, Colombia and Korea come to the Herberger Institute for Design and the Arts to pursue master's degrees.

By Kalle Benallie | March 15, 2017

Turning history into HERstory: how ASU is celebrating women's history month

ASU women's clubs plan women's HERstory month events in an effort to spread awareness about inequality and hope to inspire more feminist efforts by students.

By Marci Bandala | March 14, 2017

Soutad Ali, ASU associate professor of Arabic Literature and Middle/Eastern Islamic Studies hosts the Coucil for Arabic and Islamic Studies film screening of "The Syrian Bride" in G. Homer Durham Language and Literature building on Monday, Feb. 27, 2017.

ASU officials work to eliminate fears of prejudice against Middle Eastern students on campus

Administration at ASU works to provide inclusive environment for Arab students, despite discrimination against Arab culture nationally.

By Marci Bandala | March 14, 2017

ASU's "Car Dogs" races into theaters this March

ASU Film Spark and ASU film school to premiere first feature film, "Car Dogs" March 24.

By Owen Baldner | March 14, 2017

"Latina Still Standing" blogger Diana Bejarano (right) poses with a fellow Sun Devil sporting her ASU spirit.

Still standing: ASU master's student seeks to give a voice to Latina women with blog

ASU graduate student helps provide empowerment and encouragement through her own story in her website, Latina Still Standing.

By Thalia España | March 13, 2017

Students push for 'classical' Ph.Ds, despite uncertain job market

Students who are passionate about classics may face an uncertain job market, but that isn't stopping them from pursuing a subject they say is all around us in daily life.

By Parker Shea | March 13, 2017

Beneficial Beans manager Mandy Tomasello interacts with customers on Monday, March 13, 2017. The cafe is located in Burton Barr Central Library in Downtown Phoenix, Arizona.

Beneficial Beans serves coffee, snacks, and opportunities for young adults with autism

Beneficial Beans, a new cafe in the Burton Barr Library in Downtown Phoenix, aims to help adults with autism.

By Emily Ditomasso | March 13, 2017

Artist Gina Osterloh performs her piece "Prick!" at ASU Art Museum's fall 2016 opening reception.

ASU fights underrepresentation of women in the arts

By giving female students a platform and also by making the issue of inequality a main dialogue, University faculty is working to address underrepresentation of women in professional art fields.

By Carly Golding | March 2, 2017

Local band, People Who Could Fly from left to right: Josh Paige, James Mills, and Jacob Paige pose for a portrait at Tempe Beach Park on Tuesday, Feb. 28, 2017

Local band People Who Could Fly on the rise in preparation for Pot of Gold

Local band People Who Could Fly is preparing for its performance at the Pot of Gold music festival. Its members include James Mills, a UA graduate, and brothers Josh and Jacob Paige, current ASU students.

By Andrew McKenney | March 1, 2017

ASU's Farce Side Comedy Hour at Memorial Union on the Tempe, Arizona campus on Friday, Feb. 24, 2017.

ASU Comedy hosts Friday shows at the Memorial Union

ASU Comedy, a student-run collective, brings together an eclectic group of comedy troupes every Friday at the Memorial Union.

By Parker Shea | March 1, 2017

Step Gallery in downtown Phoenix featuring artwork by Travis Rice pictured on Friday, Feb. 24th, 2017.

Student artists at ASU exhibit their work with the help of a professor in a Downtown Phoenix gallery

Master's of Fine Arts students at ASU can display their collections at Step Gallery with the help of ASU staff.

By Kalle Benallie | March 1, 2017

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