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February edition University Housing e-newsletter
Thursday, January 05, 2012 (15 reads)

'What in the Hall is Happening?' is the ASU University Housing e-newsletter featuring news and special events from the residential experience offered across all four campuses including Polytechnic, West, Downtown and Tempe. Check out this month's edition at: http://www.asu.edu/housing/WITH/

Academic Calendar Changes
Sunday, October 16, 2011 (182 reads)

Changes to the ASU Academic Calendar announced earlier this year go into effect with the spring 2012 semester. Spring semester classes begin on Jan. 5, 2012, a week and a half earlier than past spring semesters. We’ve also added two 7.5-week sessions to the regular 15-week schedule, allowing students more flexibility in their schedules and making it possible to move to the next course in a series more quickly. Read more https://students.asu.edu/calendarchanges/students> information about these changes.

Sun Devil Club Game Day Experience Tailgate
Friday, September 23, 2011 (33 reads)

The Sun Devil Club tailgate program will give every ASU home game a Big Game Feel. Join the fun and show your Sun Devil pride! For more information visit: http://asunews.asu.edu/20110919_Football_Tailgate

President's Community Enrichment Program
Friday, September 23, 2011 (29 reads)

The President's Community Enrichment Programs for 2011-2012 include a wide variety of subjects, from art as a way of knowing to the science of speech and hearing. Parents and community members are invited to participate. For more information visit: http://asunews.asu.edu/20110922_presidentsprogram

ASU Edson Student Startups dominate at Entrepreneur Magazine ‘College Entrepreneur of the Year’
Thursday, August 11, 2011 (1074 reads)

Three of five finalists in Entrepreneur magazine’s “College Entrepreneur of the Year” are ASU Edson Student Entrepreneur Initiative startup companies. You can help pick the winner by voting online!

Michael Crow, President, Arizona State University: The man who is trying to remake the American public university
Thursday, August 11, 2011 (1399 reads)

From the Aug. 8, 2011 issue of Slate magazine.

American universities think they're doing well. As evidence, they point to selective admissions and arcane scholarship. Michael Crow thinks they're grading themselves too easily. He worries about broader indicators of society's health: declining educational attainment, shrinking wages, environmental degradation. These are the standards by which universities should be judged. They need to worry less about who gets in and more about what comes out.

Q & A with 2011 Parents Association Professor of the Year Ileana Orlich
Sunday, July 17, 2011 (132 reads)

Romania's Honorary Consul General brings global perspective to ASU students. More info.

ASU Bookstore Changes
Tuesday, June 07, 2011 (1113 reads)

A Message from the ASU Bookstore

As you may know, the bookstore is undergoing some significant changes this summer/fall. We have a new name; the Sun Devil Bookstores, a new logo, new website (SunDevilBookstores.com) and are in the yearlong process of a remodel of the Tempe store. But some things are staying the same; we still have the same great selection of ASU books, supplies, clothing and gifts and the same great customer service and sales locations. We have even added a great new textbook rental program to save students money on their books. And we are still the official bookstores of Arizona State University.

Our change can be your benefit . . . . with the new name (Sun Devil Bookstores) comes a new Facebook page and an opportunity for you so get a free $100 gift card to the store. Simple go to the new facebook page (Sun Devil Bookstores) and “like” the store. It is as easy as that to enter to win. More info

Student projects shine at Innovation Showcase
Thursday, May 26, 2011 (47 reads)

More than 80 student projects were on display at the College of Technology & Innovation’s first annual Innovation Showcase at the ASU Polytechnic campus this month. The projects showed off the ingenuity and hands-on problem solving skills of the College of Technology & Innovation students as they tackled real world challenges. more

it's time to purchase student season tickets
Tuesday, May 10, 2011 (1194 reads)

it’s time for your student to be part of the home field advantage

purchase your student season tickets today

Support your student’s Sun Devil pride and renew or purchase his/her 2011/2012 season tickets for football and basketball for just $129. This includes all seven home football games and all home basketball games. Going to games are what Sun Devils do and is a huge part of the college experience.

If you would like to have your student bill his/her student account please click here: http://students.asu.edu/gamedaytickets

To use a credit card to purchase tickets online please visit www.asustudenttickets.com

GO DEVILS!

ASU Gammage Sun Devil Pack
Tuesday, May 03, 2011 (1277 reads)

Purchase a Fall 2011 Sun Devil Pack for your student before the semester ends! The new 11-12 Sun Devil Pack includes a ticket to WEST SIDE STORY, BLUE MAN GROUP, WICKED, and AMERICAN IDIOT. You can choose from 2 different price levels with seating in the Balcony or Grand Tier. There are Sun Devil Packs for Tuesday, Wednesday, and Sunday evenings. To purchase your Sun Devil Pack online, go to www.eventusher.com and use password “sundevil”. Please contact Jennifer if you have any questions 480-965-8969.

Sun Devil Send-Offs offered coast to coast
Friday, April 29, 2011 (331 reads)

New and current ASU parents and students are invited to a Sun Devil Send-Off. Make connections with ASU families and alums in your area before you come back for Fall Welcome. More locations and dates will be added, so check the website frequently. http://alumni.asu.edu/programs/sun-devil-send-offs

New grad school rankings place ASU among best in U.S.
Thursday, March 24, 2011 (165 reads)

Graduate programs at ASU rank among the best in the nation, according to the 2012 edition of “Best Graduate Schools,” published by U.S. News & World Report. http://asunews.asu.edu/20110315_gradschoolrankings

ASU announces academic calendar changes
Monday, February 28, 2011 (562 reads)

ASU announces academic calendar changes.

Changes to the academic calendar will take effect beginning spring 2012. The new calendar provides greater flexibility in offering in-person and online classes and is designed to enhance the academic experience. More detailed information is available online. If you have additional questions or need clarification, please e-mail the Office of the Executive Vice President and Provost of the University.