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Alumni News
September 2021

#1 in U.S. for innovation 7 years in a row

Thanks to the innovation mindset of Sun Devils just like you, ASU has once again been ranked No. 1 on U.S. News & World Report’s “Most Innovative Schools” list.

Topping the list since the inception of the category in 2016, ASU again placed ahead of MIT and Stanford, based on a survey of peers. College presidents, provosts and admissions deans around the country nominated up to 10 colleges or universities that are making the most innovative improvements.Learn more

Make your health a priority

Arizona State University Alliance for Health Care and Mayo Clinic are offering a new comprehensive health and wellness program. As an ASU alum, access 50-plus hours of self-paced, on-demand courses to improve mindfulness, sleep, nutrition, physical activity and whole person well-being. Use code ASUALUM2021 at checkout for a discounted rate.Explore course content

Introducing Class 4 of the ASU Leadership Institute

The Arizona State University Alumni Association is delighted to welcome 27 ASU alumni to Class 4 of the ASU Leadership Institute. The fourth class is comprised of up-and-coming and current leaders representing industries including education, nonprofit, marketing, construction and medical.Meet this year’s participants

Travel with ASU: Cruise the Dutch waterways

Cruise seven nights through the Netherlands and Belgium aboard a first-class river ship with your pick of land excursions. Spend a day biking through quaint villages, visiting a chocolaterie or admiring Belgian art and cap it all off with dinner and drinks back on the ship.

You book the trip; the rest is taken care of. ASU Travel & Tours trips offer a fully optimized itinerary with knowledgeable guides to make the most of your time.View 2022 itinerary

Secure a future for Afghan refugees

Hundreds of Afghan refugees fleeing violence and political upheaval in Afghanistan are coming to Arizona and need assistance. Many of these individuals have limited financial resources. Help them pursue educational pathways at ASU.

Your Gameday central

Here are all things football coming up this month so you can cheer on the Sun Devils in style. Get Gameday updates delivered straight to your inbox by signing up for our email list. Go Devils! 

Win ASU Football tickets

We’re giving away the Best Seats in the Stadium (front and center) — two pairs of tickets for every home game this season. Complete with a moment of fame on the JumboTron and Coca-Cola swag bag; all courtesy of Coca-Cola.Get more details

Sparky’s Pep Rally

Join the fun wherever you are!

The day before each game, tune in online to hear commentary on the week’s opponent from Sun Devil advocates Joe Healey, Speak of the Devils cohost, and Rob Reyes, known as “Jedi ASU,” with guest appearances from former athletes and coaches.

Upcoming Pep Rally schedule:

RSVP

ASU vs. Colorado

ASU opens the Pac-12 slate with a key South Division matchup against the Colorado Buffaloes on Saturday, Sept. 25.

Date: Saturday, Sept. 25, 2021
Time: 7:30 p.m.
Location: Sun Devil StadiumSparky’s Touchdown TailgateBuy game tickets

ASU AT UCLA

Sun Devils are taking over California for the first away conference game at UCLA on Saturday, Oct. 2.

Date: Saturday, Oct. 2, 2021
Time: TBD
Location: Rose Bowl Stadium; Pasadena, CASparky’s Touchdown TailgateBuy game tickets

ASU vs. Stanford

Get ready for the Maroon Monsoon on Friday, Oct. 8. The Sun Devils will celebrate Hispanic Heritage Night during the game against Stanford.

Date: Friday, Oct. 8, 2021
Time: 7:30 p.m.
Location: Sun Devil StadiumSparky’s Touchdown TailgateBuy game tickets

Save the date: Upcoming events

Sept.

22–24

Fall 2021 Career and Internship Fair: Virtual

Join us at the largest Sun Devil recruiting event of the year! This virtual event will feature employers from various industries that will be promoting career and internship opportunities.

Sept.

22

Women in Business Panel

Sept. 22 is American Business Women’s Day. Join us for an afternoon of storytelling and knowledge sharing as well as networking with our esteemed panel of female alumni and business savvy authors. Moderator: DeDe Cortez, owner of Adelante Mami. Panelists: Kathleen Duffy, president and CEO of Duffy Group and Carol A. Poore, PhD, MBA, president of Poore & Associates Strategic Planning

Oct.

12

Making Smart Money Moves: Hobbies that won’t break the bank

Join the ASU Alumni Association every second Tuesday of the month as financial guru Emily Schwartz of MidFirst Bank tackles a variety of personal finance topics. This month’s topic: Hobbies that won’t break the bank.See more events

Stories alumni are reading

ASU ranks No. 1 in Sierra Club’s sustainability ranking

This marks the first time the university attained this honor out of a record 328 institutions, thanks to its comprehensive approach to sustainability that spans academia, campus operations, student life and endowment investments.

ASU Alumni Association announces new board of directors and National Alumni Council members

Terms for all members of the board of directors and National Alumni Council began July 1.

ASU’s first alum astronaut

Arizona State University has had lots of famous alumni, but not any alumni astronauts — until now. Meet Sian Proctor, civilian astronaut, pilot, geoscientist, educator and Sun Devil.

56 students awarded ASU Alumni Association Legacy Scholarship

Each recipient will receive $1,200 for the 2021–22 school year to aid in pursuing their academic career at ASU.Read more news

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