Michelle Rico

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Board of Regents approves funding for UA clinical-research cancer center

The Arizona Board of Regents approved funding recently for a six-story, $100 million dollar cancer center at the University of Arizona College of Medicine-Phoenix, set to open by 2015.

USGD tries new tactics to push participation in Q&A with ASU president

Undergraduate Student Government Downtown has launched an effort to try to boost participation at “Q&A With Dr. Crow,” where students from all four campuses can ask questions of university President Michael Crow.

Forensic anthropologist explains the ‘CSI effect,’ difficulty of breaking into profession

Forensic anthropologist, Laura Fulginiti, discussed the differences between TV shows like CSI and reality on Tuesday at ASU's school of Criminology and Criminal Justice. She said many people wrongly believe DNA identification can be performed instantly.

Politicians promote non-partisan politics at Cronkite School event

Former Republican Congressman, Mickey Edwards, and former campaign chief, Jackie Salit, discussed the Independent Party as well as the non-partisan movement moderated by Don Budinger, founder and current chairman of the Rodel Foundation.

Vegetarian food truck looks to bring healthy options to customers

A newcomer to Food Truck Fridays, The Uprooted Kitchen provides a locally grown option for vegetarians -- and those just looking to eat healthy. The truck has been a longtime dream for owners Chad and Erin Romanoff, who have always shared a love for healthy food.