‘We are survivors:’ National, Arizona projects aim to uncover, preserve histories of Native American boarding schools
PHOENIX – The Federal Indian Boarding School Initiative launched an oral history project documenting the traumatic experiences of Indigenous children in the federal boarding school system. Local preservation efforts have already delved into Arizona’s history of boarding schools and resulting generational trauma.
Being ‘my own role model’: Normalizing mental health care in the AANHPI community
PHOENIX – People in the Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander communities face various barriers to accessing mental health care, including cultural stigmas and limited cultural competency from providers. Despite barriers, people within these communities are working to normalize conversations around mental health.
‘We’re mentally soft’: Arizona State struggles, Arizona thrives in Jerry Colangelo Classic
PHOENIX – The opportunity to showcase their teams' talents on an NBA stage – Footprint Center – failed spectacularly for the Arizona State men's basketball team but worked perfectly for Arizona Wednesday night in the Jerry Colangelo Classic.
A home away from home: ASU women’s tennis international athletes find net gains in the Valley
PHOENIX – The roster for the ASU women’s tennis team includes eight out of nine international students. Through culture changes, living away from home and missing family, they are appreciative of the opportunities they have in the United States.
Survive and advance: Phoenix Suns win tiebreaker, eye NBA In-Season Tournament knockout round
PHOENIX – Advancing to the knockout round, the Suns will play the Lakers in the quarterfinals of the NBA's innovative in-season tournament. This bold move by the league aims to intensify competition in the early stages of the season, with new courts, jerseys and financial incentives.
ASU football seeks Territorial Cup redemption in bid to spoil UArizona’s Pac-12 title pursuit
TEMPE – Amid high stakes and fierce rivalry, the 97th Territorial Cup between ASU and UArizona looms large. ASU seeks redemption in a challenging season, facing the Wildcats’ resurgence in a bid for Pac-12 contention. With ESPN's spotlight and national viewership, the duel promises intensity and pride in this iconic clash.
‘This is who we are’: GCU men’s and women’s basketball hope to emerge as national threats in pivotal season
PHOENIX – GCU men’s and women’s basketball have had quick journeys to national prominence. Now they hope to use their recent momentum to reach new heights in their respective 2023-24 seasons.
End of an era: Ray Anderson resigns as athletic director of ASU
On Monday, Ray Anderson announced his resignation as the vice president of university athletics at Arizona State, effective immediately. It was a decision that many fans supported.
Arizona activists work to hold the criminal justice system accountable through court watching
PHOENIX – Activists with Mass Liberation Arizona have attended the state’s high-profile police brutality and racial discrimination cases – including hearings for former Maricopa County Attorney’s Office prosecutor April Sponsel – to support marginalized defendants and make their presence known to attorneys and judges.
Gowan, other officials come to Washington to plead for border action
WASHINGTON - In years living near the border, Arizona Sen. David Gowan, R-Sierra Vista, said he has never seen immigration as bad as it is now. That was the message Gowan and local officials from across the country hoped to press on members of Congress this week.
Phoenix to ramp up police presence as World Series, Halloween, Suns game converge
PHOENIX – Spectators can expect a spooky parking situation, increased police presence in downtown Phoenix on Halloween, as both the World Series and a Phoenix Suns game will be happening on the night known for trick-or-treaters. How will the city handle the crowds, cars and costumes?
Phoenix Rising forward Panayioti ‘Panos’ Armenakas seeks fresh start in Valley after frustrating years in Europe
PHOENIX – Panayioti ‘Panos’ Armenakas was recruited as a 7-year-old by some of the best soccer clubs in the world. After several up and down years in Europe, Armenakas joined Phoenix Rising, determined to get his career back on track.
