Community

Active COVID-19 cases rise to 159 after welcome week

ASU reported over 100 positive cases in its community for the first time since April.

By Kristen Apolline Castillo | August 23, 2021

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Students move into new Downtown Phoenix dorm

Students have moved into Fusion on First, the newest residence hall on ASU's Downtown Phoenix campus.

By Bella Dortch | August 21, 2021

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Full return to campus brings all-time enrollment high, COVID-19 threats

ASU's 2021-22 school year began with record-breaking enrollment numbers, but some students worry the return of crowded classrooms will be short-lived.

By Morgan Fischer and Anna Campbell | August 20, 2021

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Teaching through the pandemic was a 'painful process'

With ASU Sync gone, multiple faculty members reflect on teaching in a pandemic and what lessons they will implement in the future.

By Piper Hansen | August 18, 2021

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What you need to know about ASU's Fall 2021 semester

With ASU campuses transitioning back to fully in-person, the Fall 2021 back-to-school guide answers students' FAQs.

| August 16, 2021

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Active COVID-19 cases rise to 95 the week classes start

With more than 75,000 students coming to campuses this week for classes, COVID-19 cases continue to rise within the ASU community. 

By Morgan Fischer | August 16, 2021

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Students eager to learn in person as they move into a new 'normal'

As of Aug. 4, around 60% to 65% of incoming first-year students — including in-person and online — responded to a survey and said they were vaccinated against COVID-19.

By Anna Campbell | August 14, 2021

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ASU student works up a sweat with athletic clothing brand

Emma Vollrath, an ASU business student, launched Emma Lou, an athletic clothing brand selling yoga pants, sports bras and shorts, last year.

By John Sanders | August 12, 2021

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Masks now required to be worn in certain ASU buildings

ASU updated COVID-19 guidance to require face coverings in "certain indoor settings," including classrooms where social distancing isn't possible.

By Reagan Priest | August 11, 2021

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Active COVID-19 cases continue to rise with classes 10 days away

Arizona has reported its highest case count in months as the University prepares to welcome thousands back on campus on Aug. 19. 

By Anna Campbell | August 9, 2021

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Active COVID-19 cases within ASU remain same as last week

As newly reported COVID-19 cases rise nationwide, ASU updated its mask guidelines to "strongly recommend" masking indoors in congruence with the CDC's mask guidelines. 

By Morgan Fischer | August 2, 2021

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ASU updates guidelines to 'strongly recommend' masking indoors

The University updated its COVID-19 policy in response to the CDC's guidelines for all individuals to mask up indoors, but it will not require masks, per Gov. Ducey's order.

By Anna Campbell | July 30, 2021

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Former ASU officials, professor indicted in procurement fraud scheme

Three former ASU employees were indicted on counts related to fraud after siphoning money to a former Higley High School District superintendent.

By Anna Campbell | July 28, 2021

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A 'shot' for a prize: ASU raffles gifts to push students to get COVID-19 vaccine

In efforts to increase vaccination rates at ASU, the University is offering a variety of prizes for students who upload their vaccine records.

By Anna Campbell | July 28, 2021

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Active COVID-19 cases increase as delta variant spreads

Active COVID-19 cases in the ASU community have increased since last week as the delta variant continues to spread in Arizona.

By Anna Campbell | July 26, 2021

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Phoenix clinic allows students to assist medically marginalized communities

ASU pre-health students offer assistance to medically marginalized communities as volunteers at Phoenix Allies for Community Health.

By Reagan Priest | July 22, 2021

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Active cases increase among ASU faculty, staff, students

Cases increased at ASU to 35 active cases among students, faculty and staff, which is a 13-case increase from one week ago.

By Morgan Fischer | July 19, 2021

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Helios partnership expands to analyze students' education paths

With a $6.5 million grant, ASU's Decision Center for Educational Excellence will continue its work analyzing data and producing educational models for schools and educators in the state. 

By Anna Campbell | July 13, 2021

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ASU announces distribution plans for additional emergency relief funds

ASU will distribute $134 million in student aid from funds received from the American Rescue Plan and Coronavirus Response and Relief Supplemental Appropriations acts.

By Anna Campbell | July 13, 2021

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Shady Park halts operations to implement sound mitigation

To address noise complaints from Mirabella at ASU residents, Shady Park will temporarily pause operations to construct a "step-pyramid" to muffle sounds.

By Anna Campbell | July 8, 2021

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