ASU names film school after groundbreaking actor and filmmaker Sidney Poitier
ASU is inspired by the values embodied by Sidney Poitier — a commitment to social purpose and social outcomes, and a passion for excellence. That’s why the Sidney Poitier New American Film School at ASU is named in honor of the innovative actor who fought for inclusion in the film industry.
A look at the unique development of the study of geology at ASU, from its start with a bunch of meteorites to the work of the next generation of interdisciplinary scientists.
Despite the challenges posed by the pandemic, ASU welcomed a record number of students, 122,000 strong, for the spring 2021 semester — including thousands who are studying at ASU for the first time.
Student team wins top prize for designing a better mask
A team of students in ASU's Luminosity Lab beat out 1,000+ entries to win a competition for their design of a more functional, comfortable mask to help prevent COVID-19. They'll take a share of a $1 million prize and receive assistance to get the mask manufactured and to market.
From the streets of Jersey City to the end zones of Tempe
Three things in life are certain: death, taxes and an ear-to-ear grin on Frank Darby's face. Darby has a lot of reasons to smile, but the road has still been tumultuous for him. In fact, you'd hear his story and wonder just how he manages to bring that positivity day in and day out.
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