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Phoenix, Oct. 1, 2018 — An Arizona State University college that is preparing the next generation of public leaders is poised to further its impact on Arizona’s communities thanks to a transformational gift from a Phoenix couple.

During the Community Solutions Festival on the Downtown Phoenix campus Monday, ASU announced the historic renaming of its public service college to the Watts College of Public Service and Community Solutions — capturing the legacy of longtime ASU supporters Cindy and Mike Watts, founders of Sunstate Equipment Co.

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Opinion: The gift highlights a positive trend in Arizona and across the nation: Students are dedicating their lives to serve their communities and solve problems.

On Oct. 1, Arizona State University will announce one of the largest philanthropic investments in its 133-year history.

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