College leaders offer blunt advice for campuses hit by hard times
http://chronicle.com/article/College-Leaders-Offer-Blunt/49075/
Research Matters Part IV - Andrew Latimer
This week ASU will launch its “Challenges Initiative” – a focused campaign to create support for the university’s ongoing commitment to use-inspired research. This week we feature an interview with mechanical engineering and sustainability major Andrew Latimer. Andrew is a prime example of how research at ASU is helping to identify and apply real world solutions to some of society’s biggest challenges.
Links:
ASU Challenges
Global Institute of Sustainability
School ofSustainability
Gurus’ Clean Up Campus with Powerful Recycling Mission
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Support for our ASU Community
On Monday, ASU suffered the sudden and tragic loss of one of its students. The condolences of our university community go to the student’s family, peers and instructors during this difficult time. As we work through our immediate shock and sadness, we must also remember that ASU is a community with a responsibility to look after its members. Regardless of what stresses arise, there are numerous individuals and support services available across ASU to help students, faculty and staff cope with personal or professional crises. If you or someone you know is in need of support or guidance, please contact one of the offices listed below confident in the knowledge that your extended Sun Devil family is here to help. Counseling Centers at ASU EMPACT Student Advocacy/Assistance ASU Health Services Wellness & Health Promotion Employee Assistance Office ASU Behavior Response Team
China Daily Op-Ed: Develop new and unique identities
China Ivy League? (10/21/09)
http://www.chinadaily.com.cn/opinion/2009-10/26/content_8847966.htm
Newsweek: What's College for Anyway?
President Crow participated in this discussion on the state of higher education.

