Program Directory
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Now entering its third year, the ASU American Indian Newly Elected Officials (AINEO) orientation program has served over 50 tribal leaders from Arizona with national speakers from Indian country across the U.S. The AINEO serves as a forum for tribal leaders to exchange ideas and experiences and to expand contacts for the future.
AINEO collaborates with the Intertribal Council of Arizona (ITCA), the ASU American Indian Policy Institute and ASU American Indian Law Clinic to provide tribal leaders with information regarding tribal governance, policy development and other issues.
ASU for Arizona promotes ASU as an leader in the State of Arizona dedicated to offering Arizona’s rural and urban regions access to ASU's diverse rich academic and cultural assets, and by serving as a portal for ASU’s expertise, tools, and resources.
ASU for Arizona’s vision is to enhance and enrich Arizona residents by providing experiences with ASU in accessible and meaningful ways. ASU for Arizona acts as an ‘on-the-ground’ catalyst for university-community alliances across the state, facilitating multi-disciplinary and public/private partnerships.
The César E.Chávez Leadership Institute (CCLI) is a week long summer program hosted by the Office of Public Affairs and the Chávez Programs.
Since 1995, the César E.Chávez Leadership Institute has been providing high school students from across the state of Arizona with the skills needed for leadership development.
In embracing tolerance, in recognizing their academic and personal success, and in establishing the importance of contributing back to the community, the leadership institute provides students with a one-of-a-kind experience.
The César E. Chávez Leadership Lecture is held to promote a greater understanding of the linkages between our state’s economy, its workforce and the education of its citizens.
The annual event seeks to inspire continued dialogue among local community leaders focused on the importance of higher education its impact on sustaining economic prosperity. Keynote speakers from across all areas of the public and private sector are invited to share information relevant to future trends and the needs of Arizona’s workforce and educational system. ASU administrators, faculty, staff and students attend the event and attract a broad spectrum of community leaders including elected officials, corporate and small business representatives and community service providers.
The ASU Office of Public Affairs administers a number of community engagement programs that honor the legacy of César E. Chávez through it's Chávez Programs.
Beginning in middle school, these programs seek to recruit, retain and celebrate the success of students at ASU and enrich their lives through academic achievement and a multicultural experience. Chávez Programs are supported by contributions from ASU, individuals and corporate donors. ASU believes that the preparedness of students to participate at all levels of the world of work and the social, political and cultural life of their communities is essential to the future of the state.
Programs include:
As part of Arizona State University's ongoing commitment to encouraging civic participation, the Office of Public Affairs sponsors Citizens Clean Elections Commission debates during the Primary and General election cycles.
Club ASU is an exciting way to start exploring higher education! Have fun while you learn how a college education can fit into your future! We want you to know that you are never too young to be part of ASU right now. From near or far, we can help you explore culture, athletics, the arts, and the latest in science and research. Get ready for college now and join Club ASU!
Club ASU is open to all students, parents, youth groups, and teachers—and best of all, membership is FREE!
Devils in Training is a follow-up program to the César E. Chávez Leadership Institute and targets participants of the institute, their parents, friends, and siblings.
The program is held on campus two times per year; once during the fall semester and once in the spring. Representatives from various ASU departments provide additional information on the college experience such as financial aid, the application process, housing and student organizations.
The Devils in Training sessions foster high school students’ successful transition to college.
The ASU Hispanic Convocation has become a signature event that honors the accomplishments and commitment of Hispanic students pursuing higher education.
Arizona State University and the League of Arizona Cities and Towns offer the annual Newly Elected Officials (NEO) orientation program.
This program, offered for the first time in 1998, acquaints newly elected officials with the responsibilities and obligations of serving in municipal office and provides them with the opportunity to:
- Basics of municipal government;
- Arizona government structure;
- Municipal budgeting;
- Ethical and legal issues;
- Public policy process.
Sneaker Tours are in-depth, interactive campus tours of Arizona State University designed to familiarize community and business leaders or organizations with ASU's education, research and outreach programs.
No two tours are alike! Tour guests spend a few hours exploring ASU’s laboratories and classes; meeting professors, researchers, administrators and students; asking questions, participating in discussions; and getting a behind-the-scenes look at performance venues, special programs and exhibits. Tour guests have an opportunity to discover how this multi-campus, major metropolitan research university plays a significant role in the economic development and growth of Arizona.
Also, Special Sneaker Tours can be arranged for groups who prefer an interest-specific agenda, have time constraints, or other special needs.
Currently, Sneaker Tours are only offered at the West and Polytechnic campuses.
For more information or to request a tour, contact the appropriate campus:
West campus - 602.543.5315
Polytechnic campus - 480.727.1665
Sneaker Tours is a trademark of Arizona State University.
