While many of this spring's college graduates anxiously search for jobs, a young Mesa man credits an innovative Arizona State University Polytechnic program for having landed him two lucrative job offers before he graduated.
ASU students brought science to life for Chandler elementary school families as they hosted the popular community education program, Family Science Night.
Bemly Randeniya, a graphic information technology graduate student, recently earned $1,500 for placing first in the GEF/Flint Group Technical Writing Contest given by the Gravure Association of America.
Business Administration student Nick Odom won cash and accolades for his performance at the Western States 2009 Collegiate Sales Competition, hosted by the Morrison School of Management and Agribusiness.
President Barack Obama told graduates at ASU that opening the doors of higher education to students from every background is a core mission of ASU and of his presidency, and should serve as a model for universities across the country.
Engineering Technology students are exhibiting their spring projects, including applications relating to defense, medicine and alternative propulsion systems, as well as humanitarian efforts.
Nutrition professor Donna Winham was awarded a $10,000 grant from the United States Dry Bean Council for work in the area of health/nutrition research.
An ASU researcher has found that vinegar concoctions that helped lower the effects of carbohydrates on blood glucose levels in pre-diabetics also can help individuals with type 2 diabetes.