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University names interim dean of Cronkite School, continues search

Senior Associate Dean Kristin Gilger will serve as the interim dean as the University continues to search for a permanent replacement, according to an email sent by University Provost Mark Searle.

By Piper Hansen | June 10, 2020

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Sonya Forte Duhé will not be next Cronkite School dean

Sonya Forte Duhé will not become the new Cronkite dean after an alleged history of making racist and homophobic remarks was made public by her former students.

By Wyatt Myskow and Piper Hansen | June 7, 2020

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Cronkite student leaders, faculty call for removal of incoming dean

Four multicultural student organizations joined together in a statement to call for the removal of incoming Cronkite School dean Sonya Forte Duhé.

By Wyatt Myskow and Piper Hansen | June 6, 2020

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Incoming Cronkite dean has alleged history of racist, homophobic comments toward students

The State Press spoke with 23 of Sonya Forte Duhé’s current and former students who had allegations against her about racist, homophobic and body-shaming comments.

By Wyatt Myskow and Piper Hansen | June 5, 2020

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Crow, ASU officials detail COVID-19 changes for fall

In a meeting with The State Press Thursday, Crow discussed changes that will be made to campus due to COVID-19 this fall.

By State Press Staff | June 5, 2020

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Crow talks COVID-19 on TV, little communication with students

President Michael Crow has been on the ball talking to national news outlets about what returning to campus will look like, but some students feel out of the loop.

By Piper Hansen | June 3, 2020

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President Crow addresses killing of George Floyd in email to ASU community

ASU President Crow broke his silence on George Floyd Monday evening in an email to students and faculty.

By Wyatt Myskow and Piper Hansen | June 1, 2020

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Hundreds protest death of George Floyd in Phoenix

Protestors gathered in Phoenix Thursday in response to the death of George Floyd, who was killed by Minnesota police Monday. 

By Wyatt Myskow and Piper Hansen | May 29, 2020

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Summer 2020 enrollment sets University record

ASU summer enrollment is at a record high amid COVID-19, with over 56,000 students taking summer class. 

By Piper Hansen | May 21, 2020

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Most ASU summer session B classes to be held remotely

ASU has announced their decision to hold Summer B courses remotely shortly after their decision to hold classes in person this fall.

By Grace Lieberman | May 13, 2020

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Students gather on Mill Avenue during first days of dine-in services

Tempe Mayor Mark Mitchell is now requiring businesses that file security plans to document how they are implementing social-distancing. 

By Wyatt Myskow | May 13, 2020

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Virtual commencement receives mixed reactions from students

ASU graduates express disappointment with online commencement ceremonies.

By Wyatt Myskow and Piper Hansen | May 12, 2020

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The stolen semester: Seniors reflect on moments lost to COVID-19

"You have all these expectations, and these friends that you've had for all these years, and you just know it's never going to be like that again."

By Vandana Ravikumar | May 10, 2020

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University launches summer program to help students during COVID-19

ASU is offering reduced prices for students who enroll in summer courses as well as other opportunities for people to learn during COVID-19.

By Wyatt Myskow | May 8, 2020

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Banner Innovation Group becomes a tenant at ASU's SkySong

Banner Innovation Group plans to utilize ASU's resources from its new space at SkySong to create solutions in response to coronavirus.

By Pranati Guduru | May 7, 2020

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ASU plans to hold in-person classes for Fall 2020 semester

President Michael Crow announced that ASU is planning to hold in-person classes for the Fall 2020 semester. 

By Piper Hansen | April 30, 2020

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ASU student helps lead partnership that assists cancer patients

Senior Adam Thompson is helping lead a collaboration between The Joy Bus and Phoenix Cancer Support Network to provide cancer patients with food and groceries.

By Greta Forslund | April 29, 2020

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Celebrating a snake's tale: Should there be a Happy Hector Day at ASU?

Hector the snake died a little more than a year ago. ASU community members hope to celebrate his life with an annual event. 

By Madeleine Williamson | April 29, 2020

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'When You Dream of Chocolate Cake’: One alumna's story of family and culture

Inspired by the time she spends in the kitchen with her two children, an ASU alumna created a children's book to capture the special and important aspects of her life.

By Celeste Zuniga | April 28, 2020

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Mary Lou Fulton Teachers College adapts amid COVID-19

As schools remain closed, the Mary Lou Fulton Teachers College has created Sun Devil Learning Labs to help students and teacher candidates continue their progress.

By Celeste Zuniga | April 28, 2020

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