Immigration

Opinion: Post-election, censorship on TikTok is worse than ever

TikTok is steadily increasing censorship, causing harm to the political sphere and increasing polarization.

By Eleri Mosier | February 20, 2025

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Video: College Republicans United at ASU tabling event met with hundreds of protesters

Around 700 protesters gathered on Hayden Lawn against College Republicans United at ASU.

By Matthew Marengo | February 4, 2025

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Hundreds protest CRU at ASU event, in solidarity with immigrants and DACA students

A College Republicans United at ASU tabling event asking students to turn in fellow classmates to ICE led to a campus protest outside of the Hayden Library.

By Sophia Ramirez and Ellis Preston | January 31, 2025

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Politicians, student organizations condemn CRU at ASU event planned for Friday

Organizations, community members and students speak out against CRU at ASU's event, which calls on students to report classmates to ICE. 

By George Headley | January 30, 2025

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Demonstrators protest next to Downtown Phoenix campus as students join in

Students join anti-fascism protest outside of the Downtown Phoenix campus.

By Ellis Preston | January 30, 2025

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College Republicans United asks students to report fellow classmates to ICE this Friday

A CRU tabling event near the Memorial Union this Friday asking students to report fellow students to ICE is facing backlash from members of the University and surrounding community.

By George Headley | January 30, 2025

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ASU community members react to Trump's executive order banning birthright citizenship

Students, faculty and alumni weigh in on growing concerns surrounding federal immigration policies.

By Madison Haynie and Valeria Cruz Butrón | January 27, 2025

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Inauguration Day sparks protest in Downtown Phoenix, students speak out against Trump

Students and protesters marched against President Donald Trump's inauguration in Downtown Phoenix this Monday. 

By Pippa Fung and Ellis Preston | January 21, 2025

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Why many Asian Americans voted independently in the 2024 election

Asian American voters tended to lean more on the independent side due to difference in beliefs against both sides of the political spectrum. 

By Pippa Fung | December 28, 2024

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DACA recipients await their future under a new presidency, turn to ASU for support

Students are apprehensive as they examine a potential new future for the undocumented student population at ASU. 

By Ellis Preston | December 19, 2024

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Proposition round-up: The results of the 2024 Arizona general election ballot measures

After almost a week of counting, the Associated Press called the last races on the Arizona 2024 general election ballot.

By Emma Bradford | November 13, 2024

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Satire: I don't vote

SPM's resident satirist breaks down why voting is a waste of time because who cares about democracy in this day and age?

By Claire Geare | November 5, 2024

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Rep. Ruben Gallego visits students in Tempe, encourages support for campaign

Ruben Gallego visited students at Tempe on Oct. 16 at a pop-up event organized by Sun Devils for Harris and the Young Democrats at ASU.

By Pippa Fung | October 17, 2024

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New crimes, old fears: How students in Arizona could be affected by immigration ballot measure

Student organizations and voters detail the faults of the proposition for the workforce, students and families. 

By Pippa Fung and Emra Muslim | September 24, 2024

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What's on the ballot: A guide to Arizona's propositions for the November election

An overview of the propositions seen on the 2024 November ballot. 

By Emma Bradford | September 18, 2024

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ASU named No. 1 public university for international students

ASU has been named the No. 1 public University for international students; leaders of the Coalition of International Student discuss their experiences.

By Sophia Herman | January 11, 2024

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Student advocates look to increase education about benefits of the approved Prop. 308

Since Prop. 308 passed in 2022, eligible students' tuition has been reduced by over 150%, expanding access to higher education for undocumented students.

By Ghadiel Navarrete | September 7, 2023

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8,000 miles away: Crossing the chasm between LGBTQ+ identity and cultural heritage

When growing up in a traditional immigrant family, being queer can lead to significant tension, both internally and among family.

By Madeline Nguyen | April 10, 2023

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Freshman publishes children's book to raise awareness of Syrian refugee crisis

ASU freshman Selena Morse wrote "Dear Tariq," a children's book that seeks to give perspective on Syrian refugees and to build empathy. 

By Claire Le Gallo | February 20, 2023

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Opinion: Kelly and Hobbs' victories could lead to positive changes in state policy

Democratic wins by Mark Kelly and Katie Hobbs represent the chance for positive changes in Arizona policies across the board. 

By Aaron Stigile and Mia Osmonbekov | December 1, 2022

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