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Students practice one-on-one combat in a Wing Chun class on Sunday, Nov. 6, 2016.

Sun Devil Wing Chun Club: Teaching self-defense through relaxation

Popular martial arts instructor teaches the basics to the newfound organization.

By Alexa Buechler | November 9, 2016

State Treasurer Jeff DeWitt, left, is joined by Maricopa County Sheriff Joe Arpaio and former Arizona Gov. Jan Brewer, right, while introducing presidential candidate Donald Trump, right, during his rally at Fountain Park in Fountain Hills, Arizona, on Saturday, March 19, 2016.

Goodbye Arpaio, Hello Trump: How do we 'Make America Great Again'?

This year's election has resulted in many Americans feeling uncertain and scared about the future.

By Charlene Santiago | November 9, 2016

Modern Frankenstein lab in Hayden Library

ASU class rewrites 'Frankenstein' in modern context 200 years later

ASU's prototyping dreams course rewrites "Frankenstein" and creates a modern day lab space in Hayden Library participating in the bicentennial celebration of the novel.

By Madison Arnold | November 9, 2016

A group of players from a wheelchair basketball camp fight for control of the basketball.

ASU Wheelchair Basketball Team members break international barriers

ASU Wheelchair Basketball Team members were strongly impacted by their trip to Indonesia and hope to see ASU further invest in international programs.

By Savannah Haas | November 9, 2016

Maryvale High School teacher Huntington Keith leads students through the Gallery of Scientific Exploration on Oct. 8, 2016.

An overview of outer space; ASU's galleries about space exploration

A look at some of the numerous scientific galleries about space exploration ASU is the home to.

By Jeff Darge | November 8, 2016

Leaders of the Eating Disorder Awareness club discuss their experiences with eating disorders

ASU's Eating Disorder Awareness club strives to create a safe environment where students can openly discuss their disorders.

By Anthony Totri | November 7, 2016

A protestor marches around downtown Phoenix during a Trump rally on Wednesday, Aug. 31, 2016.

Minority voters rallying for representation as Election Day approaches

Minority voters are encouraging everyone to go out and vote so that their voices can be heard in an election season that has made them feel ignored.

By Alexis Egeland | November 6, 2016

Sophomore civil engineering major Connor Fegard and his teammate row down Tempe Town Lake on Friday, Oct. 21, 2016.

ASU engineering club seeks to blend rowing and canoe building for stress-free success

ASU's student chapter of the American Society of Civil Engineers annually designs and constructs concrete canoes for competition against other universities.

By Kayla Koch | November 3, 2016

A student and her service dog are transported to the Disability Resource Center on a shuttle on Monday, Sept. 19, 2016.

Disabled ASU: how the University creates a level playing field

ASU provides a wide range of services and tools aimed at putting students with disabilities on the same academic level as other students.

By Chris McCrory | November 3, 2016

ASU continues building for the future, students have ideas of their own

ASU is currently in the process of constructing several new buildings with the Biodesign C building as the most prominent. While the school is working hard for future students, current students want to see their ideas become reality before graduation.

By Anthony Totri | November 3, 2016

We are in debt to Arizona's homeless demographic

We are neglecting and disregarding our relationship with the homeless by failing to acknowledge them as part of our community.

By Charlene Santiago | November 2, 2016

Folklórico dancers perform for the "A Day in Mexico" celebration on Nov. 1, 2016.

Día de los Muertos event brings the Mexican celebration to ASU

The cultural tradition of Día de los Muertos was celebrated at ASU for the first time this year, connecting the large Hispanic population at the school with their culture, even far from home.

By Chris McCrory | November 2, 2016

Students at ASU pose for a group picture to show support for Standing Rock on Oct. 30, 2016.

Students at ASU gather to support Sioux reservation impacted by Dakota Access Pipeline

ASU students are showing solidarity with protesters at Standing Rock.

By Blakely McHugh | November 2, 2016

Volunteers wash the feet of homeless individuals at a Bakpak event.

ASU students start organization to alleviate homelessness in Phoenix

Homelessness is a big issue in the Valley, and an ASU student is doing something about it.

By Alexis Egeland | November 2, 2016

ASU mascot Sparky practices doing push-ups before a game against the USC Trojans in the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum on Saturday, Oct. 1, 2016.

Former 1980's Sparky talks starting push-up tradition

Past Sparky remembers his love for ASU when his son decides to become a Sun Devil.

By Alexa Buechler | October 31, 2016

Graphic by Chuck Dries. Edited for Halloween episode by Johanna Huckeba

State Press Play: ASU's Haunted Halloween Edition

On this special edition of State Press Play, audio editor Alex Watts talks with videographer Jordan Evans about the research and production of his video 'Haunted Hallways: Urban Legends of the ASU Tempe campus'. From disputed accounts of tragic events to doors closing in empty rooms, this episode has plenty to be spooked about.

By Alexandra Watts | October 31, 2016

The Matthews Center is pictured on Friday, Oct. 30, 2015, on the Tempe campus.

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