School of Public Affairs

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New book explains the roles ‘economyths’ play in Americans’ financial, political choices

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ASU expert sees turning point in concern over affordable child care

June 13, 2023

A graduate holds his diploma cover over his head at the spring 2023 Watts College convocation.

University news

Families, friends join Watts College faculty, staff to recognize spring grads

May 11, 2023

Charles Cooney, public affairs, outstanding graduate, spring 2023

Sun Devil community

Graduate's emergency management experience began during wildfire evacuations

April 28, 2023

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University news

Students may pursue new ASU bachelor’s degree in emergency management, homeland security starting this fall

April 25, 2023

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University news

US News ranks 14 ASU graduate programs in top 10 nationwide, 33 in the top 20

April 24, 2023

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Law, journalism and politics

Watts College is home to 7 of ASU's 14 top-10 US News graduate rankings

April 24, 2023

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Law, journalism and politics

ASU public affairs student, team wins wildfire plan competition

April 06, 2023

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Arts, humanities and education

ASU partnership helping students learn ‘democracy by doing’ celebrates 10 years

April 05, 2023

YSAELI fellows posting near sign for the Grand Canyon National Park, surrounded by snow and trees.

Local, national and global affairs

Young Southeast Asian leaders visiting ASU learn civic engagement skills, ways to improve communities

March 20, 2023

A “Sustainable Public Procurement 2022 Global Review” poster.

Environment and sustainability

ASU researchers lead United Nations sustainable procurement report

February 14, 2023