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ASU astronomers discover faintest distant galaxy

from:Arizona State University at the Tempe Campus

Astronomers at ASU have found an exceptionally distant galaxy, ranked among the top 10 most distant objects currently known in space. read more

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X-ray laser resolves atomic structure of biomolecules

from:Arizona State University at the Tempe Campus

An international team that includes members from ASU has shown how the world's most powerful X-ray laser can assist in cracking the atomic code of biomolecules. read more

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Transit of Venus viewing event

from:Arizona State University at the Tempe Campus

Join us from 3 p.m. to sunset, June 5, at Tempe Town Lake to watch the transit of Venus - a rare event that won't happen again in your lifetime. read more

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Halting tuberculosis' stubborn ascent

from:Arizona State University at the Tempe Campus

Josephine Clark-Curtiss, a researcher at ASU's Biodesign Institute has been exploring new lines of attack against Mycobacterium tuberculosis, causative agent of tuberculosis....

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Save a Life with CPR

from:Rio Salado College

Contributed by Angela Ambrosia, Ph.D. Rio Salado College Faculty Chair of Allied Health  

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Maricopa Chancellor Rufus Glasper Named to National Commission on Distance Education

from:Maricopa Community Colleges District

"I'm glad to have a chance to participate in the important work of the Commission," Dr. Glasper said.

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Innovation program takes bug-catching invention under its wing

from:Arizona State University at the Tempe Campus

A Phoenix man recently began manufacturing and marketing an insect-catching device called the BugNabit with help from the Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law's...

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Rio Graduate Overcomes Obstacles

from:Rio Salado College

Of the 627 students who received degrees at Rio Salado’s recent commencement ceremony, perhaps none define perseverance better than Gregory Kosko. In January

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Mining the Moon

from:Arizona State University at the Tempe Campus

ASU team engineers Moon-mining robot for NASA’s 2012 Lunabotics Competition read more

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2007 Rio Salado GED Student Finishes Bachelor's Degree at ASU

from:Rio Salado College

Jana Easley walked across the stage at Arizona State University's graduation ceremony earlier this month and has been accepted to the college’s master's fast track...

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Scientists mentor female science fair winners

from:Arizona State University at the Tempe Campus

Girls who placed among the top winners at the Arizona Science and Engineering Fair this spring were recently rewarded with a day of shadowing female scientists at ASU. read more

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Literary magazine celebrates 25th anniversary

from:Arizona State University at the Tempe Campus

Twenty-five years ago, graduate students in ASU's brand-new MFA in creative writing program had an idea: why not start a literary magazine? read more

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Two photographers, two angles at ASU Gammage

from:Arizona State University at the Tempe Campus

Photographers Mark Capurso and Rhet Andrews will share gallery space at ASU Gammage May 31-June 28, offering two varying views of the Southwest and Europe. read more

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Excellence in Education Year-End Celebration 2012

from:Rio Salado College

Nine teachers who were nominated for “Excellence in Education” awards during the 2011-12 school year were honored at a banquet on May 16 in Phoenix. ...

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Quick career pick-me-up: W. P. Carey School offers half-day leadership workshops

from:Arizona State University at the Tempe Campus

Want to learn key business skills without going back to school for a full degree? ASU's W. P. Carey School of Business is unveiling brand new half-day leadership development...

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THE MARICOPA COMMUNITY COLLEGES SAVE TAXPAYERS $5 MILLION FROM REFINANCED BONDS AND STRONGEST CREDIT RATINGS

from:Maricopa Community Colleges District

“We continue to make prudent use of taxpayer dollars,” said Debra Thompson, Vice Chancellor for Business Services.

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ASU researcher selected for 'Forty Under 40' honors

from:Arizona State University at the Tempe Campus

The Phoenix Business Journal has named ASU's Rosa Krajmalnik-Brown to its 2012 "Forty Under 40" list that honors young leaders in the metropolitan area. read more

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ASU receives Innovative Technology Award

from:Arizona State University at the Tempe Campus

Arizona State University is the recipient of the 2012 Innovative Technology Award from the National Association of Campus Card Users. read more

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It's easy to park yourself in Paris

from:Arizona State University at the Tempe Campus

Anyone who has ever traveled to the City of Light is amazed by the wondrous and plenteous green spaces and parks. read more

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Sun Devils noted for environmental performance

from:Arizona State University at the Tempe Campus

The Arizona State Sun Devils are this month's featured team on the Green Sports Alliance website, where sports and environmental sustainability intersect. read more

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Newly renovated ASU Health Services becomes member of Mayo Clinic Care Network

from:Arizona State University at the Tempe Campus

ASU Health Services will join the Mayo Clinic Care Network to bring enhanced services to ASU students. read more

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Why do we fight?

from:Arizona State University at the Tempe Campus

Why do we fight? An ASU professor discusses his research on the origins and nature of prejudice and the role of religion in conflict. Article source:  ...

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Field camp scholarships help future geologists prepare for their careers

from:Arizona State University at the Tempe Campus

Field camp is a tradition in the education of a geologist, but it can be expensive. Thankfully, donor support helps ease the financial burden. read more

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Art training can help engineers think more creatively, some grad students say

from:Arizona State University at the Tempe Campus

Two doctoral students in the ASU School of Arts, Media + Engineering in the Herberger Institute recently were featured in U.S. News & World Report. Article...

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Scientists use 'crowd funding' to secure research funds

from:Arizona State University at the Tempe Campus

Most often organized via the Internet, crowd funding is a collective effort to raise funds and resources for an individual, organization or project. read more

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Quilt turns out to be a 'Devil' of a project

from:Arizona State University at the Tempe Campus

Over the years, people who work at ASU, and volunteer for various activities, inevitably end up with a collection of T-shirts. read more

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Rebound in progress, but still years from full economic recovery

from:Arizona State University at the Tempe Campus

Despite positive growth, full economic recovery is still two years away for the nation and at least three years away for Arizona. read more

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Mary Lou Fulton Teachers College Preschool open enrollment

from:Arizona State University at the Tempe Campus

The Mary Lou Fulton Teachers College Preschool is conducting open enrollment for the Fall 2012 semester. read more

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Health Services Building renovation includes green-building practices

from:Arizona State University at the Tempe Campus

ASU's Facilities Development and Management completed a major renovation and expansion during March 2012 to the Health Services Building on the Tempe campus. read more

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Herberger Institute faculty, School of Dance win NEA grants

from:Arizona State University at the Tempe Campus

The ASU School of Dance and two faculty members in the ASU School of Arts, Media + Engineering have received National Endowment for the Arts grants totaling $110,000. read more

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Studying carbon in rivers

from:Arizona State University at the Tempe Campus

Article in USNews & World Report discusses faculty member's research into the physical, chemical and biological interactions of carbon in rivers Article source:  ...

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Dawn spacecraft reveals complexities of ancient asteroidal world

from:Arizona State University at the Tempe Campus

New findings from NASA's Dawn spacecraft provide the first geological overview of asteroid (4)Vesta. read more

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May Excellence in Education Winner Announced

from:Rio Salado College

Congratulations to Valerie Segerson for receiving the May 2012 Excellence in Education award from KEZ 99.9 FM and Rio Salado College. The Montessori teacher instructs 4th,...

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Planning an event? Then you'll want to attend this one

from:Arizona State University at the Tempe Campus

More than 40 vendors will be available to discuss your event needs at the Spring 2012 ASU Event Coordinators Vendor Showcase, May 15. read more

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UCLA lab tragedy strengthens ASU safety awareness

from:Arizona State University at the Tempe Campus

The Department of Environmental Health and Safety at ASU works diligently to ensure that lab-safety policies and procedures are in place to help mitigate the chance of injury and...

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Advanced genetic screening method may speed vaccine development

from:Arizona State University at the Tempe Campus

ASU researchers are using clever functional screening methods to attempt to speed new vaccines into production that are both safer and more potent. read more

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2012 Commencement Celebrates Student Success

from:Rio Salado College

Graduation Numbers Increase as Students Overcome Challenges to Gain New Opportunities and Strengthen the Local Economy  PHOENIX – May 4, 2012 – Rio Salado College...

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Algae experts say industry is poised to advance with new Ariz. laws

from:Arizona State University at the Tempe Campus

"Algae production is a high-growth industry, and Arizona is perfectly suited to become its epicenter," according to a recent column by LightWorks' Gary Dirks and Heliae's Dan...

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2012 GED Graduation Celebration Scheduled for May 16

from:Rio Salado College

More than 200 GED graduates will walk with confidence and pride across the Orpheum Theater stage in downtown Phoenix on May 16 to receive their diplomas. The Spanish...

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Astrophysics student awarded prestigious NSF Fellowship

from:Arizona State University at the Tempe Campus

ASU astrophysics graduate student Kimberly Ward-Duong receives a 2012 National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship. read more

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ASU anthropologist, historian help reconstruct soldier's identity

from:Arizona State University at the Tempe Campus

Fort William Henry – whose last active days were immortalized in James Fenimore Cooper's "The Last of the Mohicans" – had a short but bloody history....

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University primatologist caps four decades of teaching, mentoring with award

from:Arizona State University at the Tempe Campus

Leanne Nash was the first female professor and only primatologist on campus when she joined ASU's Department of Anthropology 41 years ago. read more

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GED Graduate Fulfills a Lifelong Dream

from:Rio Salado College

Lisa Murillo is no ordinary student. She is a mother, grandmother and General Education Development (GED) graduate of Rio Salado College and will be the student speaker at the...

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NSF CAREER award for Ros means better manipulation of DNA

from:Arizona State University at the Tempe Campus

ASU faculty member, Alexandra Ros has earned a Faculty Early Career Development award from the National Science Foundation. read more

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Drinking up your flu vaccine: MBA students graduate with amazing plan

from:Arizona State University at the Tempe Campus

Imagine protecting yourself from the flu by drinking a simple solution each year, instead of having to get an unpleasant flu shot. Four MBA students graduating from ASU's W....

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April Excellence in Education Winner Announced

from:Rio Salado College

Congratulations to Aaron McDowell, teacher at Wickenburg High School in Wickenburg, Arizona for being awarded the April Excellence in Education Award by KEZ 99.9 FM and Rio Salado...

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Lemon recognized for excellence in service

from:Arizona State University at the Tempe Campus

School of Sustainability's go-to staffer receives award at convocation ceremony. read more

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100 percent Greek: ASU undergrads take top marks in US Classics competition

from:Arizona State University at the Tempe Campus

Five silver-tongued, first-year Greek language students at ASU are proving that the competitive legacy of the ancient Greeks is alive and well in Tempe, Ariz. read more

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