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BREAKING: Former A-State chancellor fired over fake invoice for nonexistent conference
Tim Hudson, an executive director of the Austin Peay State University (APSU) Center for Extended and International Education, was fired for “theft or dishonesty and falsification of records.” He was Arkansas State University’s chancellor from 2012-2016. According to official documents… Read More ›
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Arkansas State University needs a live mascot
The University of Arkansas announced the grand introduction of Tusk VI, the live razorback featured at sporting and pep events, on March 4. I’ll admit, despite being a Red Wolf at heart, I love Tusk, and this got me thinking:… Read More ›
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SGA passes four new resolutions in final meeting of semester
The Student Government Association (SGA) passed four resolutions about replacing National Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC) flags at Unity Park, a “Press the Button” campaign, a student-led sexual assault awareness program and a SGA mentorship program on March 14, the final meeting… Read More ›
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Last provost candidate Calvin White, Ph.D., visits A-State
Tuesday marked the visit of the final provost candidate, Calvin White, Ph.D., where he discussed his plans for Arkansas State University if chosen as provost. White is an associate dean in the Fulbright College of Arts and Sciences at the… Read More ›
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Second provost finalist Mark Clarke, Ph.D., visits A-State
Mark Clarke, Ph.D., the second provost finalist, visited Arkansas State University in a public forum to discuss his plan for A-State if elected as provost, #Discover2025. Clarke currently serves as associate provost for faculty development and faculty affairs at the… Read More ›
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Young Democrats and Gender and Sexuality Alliance host on-campus drag show with the Phoenix Drag Show Group
The drag show had over 100 people in attendance and raised $800 split amongst multiple LGBTQ+ organizations. Co-hosted by Arkansas State University’s Gender and Sexuality Alliance (GSA) and the Young Democrats, the show aimed to provide a safe space for… Read More ›
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How the nationwide Adderall shortage affects A-State students
The nationwide Adderall shortage is nearing its fifth month, leaving people who take the medication and its variants scrambling to fill their prescriptions. This has trickled down to Arkansas State University, where students have been affected by the shortage. On… Read More ›
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Provost finalist João Sedycias, Ph.D., visits A-State
João Sedycias, Ph.D., visited Arkansas State University on Wednesday in a public forum to discuss his plans for the university if chosen as provost. He answered questions from gathered faculty and staff to address concerns facing their departments. A provost… Read More ›
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A-State student Jaden Flanigan opens Memphis Takeover
Jaden Flanigan is a junior sports management major from Jonesboro. He works for the Multicultural Center, is a member of Alpha Phi Alpha, the Black Student Association and the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People. However, Flanigan is… Read More ›
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Dr. Ross Carroll leads lecture on solar balloon launching
With Arkansas scheduled for a total solar eclipse on April 8, 2024, Arkansas State University’s eclipse ballooning team will launch high altitude balloons in order to “study atmospheric dynamics and capture images of our moon’s shadow as it races across… Read More ›