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Jonesboro connectivity projects could impact international students, accessibility
International students and the accessibility of campus could be impacted by a plan to construct sidewalk paths around Jonesboro. Andy Shatley, a member of the connectivity advisory committee, presented connectivity projects in a Jonesboro city council meeting April 2. Several… Read More ›
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CLUB SPOTLIGHT: MARINE BIOLOGY CLUB
For those interested in marine life, the Marine Biology Club allows students to engage themselves in the field through hands-on experiences and monthly Zoom meetings. John Artim, lecturer of biology and sponsor of the Marine Biology Club, said the club… Read More ›
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Campus Resource Spotlight: Women’s Business Leadership Center
The Women’s Business Leadership Center (WBLC) seeks to guide women toward their professional careers by providing opportunities and enriching experiences. Patricia Johnston, WBLC executive director, said the most substantial service the center provides is delivering a support system for women. … Read More ›
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Gender and Sexuality Alliance hosts drag show to celebrate pride
The Gender and Sexuality Alliance (GSA) student organization hosted a pride event Tuesday night featuring a drag show and lip-sync battle. Charlize Griffin, GSA president and a sophomore graphic design major from Cabot, Arkansas, said GSA hosted the event to… Read More ›
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SGA votes against resolution, fills new positions
The Student Government Association (SGA) voted against a resolution to amend the SGA-funded housing scholarship, SR 22/23-01. President Pro-Temp Garrett Partain sponsored and presented resolution SR 23/24-01. The resolution would add a section to the end of SR 22/23-01, which… Read More ›
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Accessibility at Arkansas State University: Access and Accommodation Services
Access and Accommodation services provides students with disabilities support and continues to work on improving that support. Blake Walker, associate director of Access and Accommodation Services (AAS), said while AAS is performing well, there is always room for improvement. “The… Read More ›
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Overview of the Student Emergency Fund
The Student Emergency Fund (SEF) is a grant provided by the Student Philanthropy Council (SPC) that provides essential funding to students in need. Sophie Watkins, a senior from Jonesboro and director of the Student Emergency Fund, said the SEF is… Read More ›
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Oct. 4 Pop Pick- “Saw X”
The 10th installment in the “Saw” franchise, “Saw X” delivers a thrilling return to form that die-hard fans of the series and newcomers alike can enjoy. Set between the events of “Saw I” and “Saw II,” “Saw X” boasts one… Read More ›
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Arkansas State University breaks all-time student enrollment record with 14,903 students
Arkansas State University set a new enrollment record, reporting 14,903 students after the 11th day of class. In an A-State press release, A-State reported an increase of over 1,000 students in the fall 2023 semester. A-State enrollment grew 6% compared… Read More ›
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The construction management program continues to grow in its second semester of being offered at A-State
The Arkansas Higher Education Coordinating Board approved the Bachelor of Science in Construction Management program in April 2022. In Fall 2022, Arkansas State University offered the program exclusively on campus. This semester, construction management can be taken both on-campus and… Read More ›