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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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Valley Metro implements health safety procedures to combat coronavirus

Valley Metro implements new procedures and promotions to keep passengers safe despite concerns of COVID-19.

By Madeleine Williamson | April 27, 2020

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New report by ASU faculty explores how aging might look in the future

A new report gives four possible scenarios for 2050, considering the ways an ageing society and evolving technology will shape the future.

By Greta Forslund | April 27, 2020

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Smaller in-person classes, hybrid courses possible for ASU come Fall 2020

While it remains unclear what courses at ASU may look like in the fall because of the coronavirus, one thing is certain: They will be happening.

By Andrew Howard | April 27, 2020

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Restaurants near ASU adjust to challenges brought with COVID-19

Local restaurants adapt to challenges brought forth by COVID-19 outbreak in Tempe.

By Madeleine Williamson | April 22, 2020

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Graduate programs adapt to new obstacles for applicants due to COVID-19

W. P. Carey will offer testing waivers and the law school will begin accepting the GRE alongside the LSAT.

By Greta Forslund | April 22, 2020

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Virtual field trips allow students to explore scientific sites from home

Surviving Extinction, a new virtual learning experience offered by ETX, takes users back in time 350 million years to explore extinction and evolution.

By Greta Forslund | April 22, 2020

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ASU's Envisioning the Future writing contest offers $300 to first place winner

ASU students have until May 5 to submit their short stories about the future of society.

By Madeleine Williamson | April 21, 2020

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'A' mountain painted blue to recognize healthcare workers responding to COVID-19

"A" mountain, typically painted gold or white, was painted blue to recognize the efforts of healthcare workers and first responders during the COVID-19 pandemic.

By Greta Forslund | April 19, 2020

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How to stay healthy while social distancing, isolating during COVID-19

There are various ways one can maintain a healthy and active lifestyle while at home during the COVID-19 pandemic, experts and students say.

By Melissa Estrada | April 19, 2020

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