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PEORIA – Through a partnership with The Foundation for Service Dog Support, Inc. (FSDS) and the Peoria High School Internship program, 12 deserving juniors will receive an opportunity to raise 8-12 week-old puppies over a three-semester period under... (read more)
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ASU Doctoral Program designed to 'Make a Difference'

ASU's Doctoral Program in Leadership and Innovation is designed to 'Make a Difference' in the way you think and work as a leader in education. An informational session on the program will be held on:

Thursday, Dec. 4

The session will be held from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m.on ASU’s West campus. RSVPs are requested at (602) 543-6358 or ctelquestions@asu.edu. (read more)

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