Record‑breaking 12,000 Graduates Signify ASU’s Growing Reach Arizona State University (ASU) will welcome 12,305 students into its alumni network on December 15, 2025, a 9 % rise from last year’s fall commencement. The increase is driven by both on‑campus and thriving online programs, and it highlights ASU’s position as one of the United States’ leading institutions for graduate […]
Balancing Performance and Online Study: Daniela’s Journey When professional ballet dancer Daniela Thorne takes her final bow across European stages, she also holds the key to a Bachelor of Arts in Communication from Arizona State University. Daniela’s path is a testament to the flexibility of ASU Online and the ways an online degree can coexist […]
Why Earned Admission Is Transforming the Landscape of Higher Education Arizona State University (ASU) has introduced a novel approach that lets prospective students demonstrate college readiness by excelling in university‑taught courses. The result is a low‑risk, flexible path that welcomes lifelong learners, veterans, parents, and career changers across the globe. In 2025, 166 graduates completed […]
Bratton’s Path from Early Setbacks to a Military Leadership Role When Arizona State University (ASU) re‑opened its doors in the early 1990s, a young Shawn Bratton walked across an unfamiliar campus for the first time since graduating. He had earned a Bachelor of Arts in secondary education back in 1993, had a brief musical detour, […]
Transforming a Personal Encounter into a Professional Mission When a 40‑year‑old Utah hiker stumbled across the scorched remains of a wildfire, the shock of that moment became the catalyst for a life‑changing decision. She chose to step back into the classroom, enroll online, and pursue a career that would address the very problem that had […]
Choosing the Fulton School of Engineering as a Launchpad Arizona State University’s Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering has established itself as a vibrant, collaborative environment that nurtures both theoretical insight and hands‑on skills. For students who want to push the limits of current technology—whether that means faster transistors, more efficient photovoltaics, or quantum‑level control of light—the […]
What the “Stillness Moment” Reveals About Real Human Advocacy In 2025 the School of Social Work at Arizona State University highlighted a story that speaks louder than every lecture. Evangelina Lopez, a Fall 2025 Outstanding Graduate, learned that effective advocacy begins not with grand speeches, but with a quiet, intentional presence. Her experience is a case […]
The University of Kansas has recently published a significant study that links early‑life social isolation to increased vulnerability to heroin addiction, highlighting the role of stress in shaping brain circuits associated with substance abuse. The research, led by Associate Professor Zijun Wang of the School of Pharmacy, was featured in the open‑access journal Nature Communications […]
Why Makerspaces Matter in Higher Education In recent years, universities worldwide have recognized the pivotal role that makerspaces play in fostering practical learning. A makerspace provides students with hands‑on access to advanced equipment—laser cutters, 3D printers, CNC mills, and electronic workstations—allowing them to test ideas and iterate designs quickly. For a fast‑moving field such as […]
Understanding the Role of an HR Business Partner at UNLV The University of Nevada Las Vegas has evolved its human resources strategy to align more closely with campus needs. At the core of that evolution is the HR business partner model—a role that delivers tailored support to specific departments rather than a one‑size‑fits‑all approach. Karlie […]