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The International Food and Culture Club participated in Night of the Open Door, an event at ASU. They held an activity where participants were asked questions about other countries. Photo courtesy of the IFC Club.

ASU clubs aim to teach students about both other cultures and their own

ASU students can find a variety of diverse clubs and organizations at the large school.

By Gabriela Martinez | August 28, 2017

Edder Diaz Martinez, ASU Dreamer and Communications Director of USEE on Jul. 17, 2017. Photo by Rebecca Dominguez

"1070" retells Arizona's past, but reflects some students' present

As the play "1070" comes to a close until its run begins again in September, Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) students at the University and allies reflect on what Arizona's history means for the future of their immigration rights

By Rebecca Dominguez | July 18, 2017

Monica Suarez, a hair stylist at Bishops Barber Shop in Tempe, said the shop aims to make all sorts of customers comfortable in their establishment.

New barber shop in Tempe will extend support to the local music scene

Bishops Barber Shop will be opening its doors for local artists to showcase their work through their Bishops TV and gallery showings.

By Rebecca Dominguez | July 12, 2017

Joey Unami said she felt more connected to other ASU students after cutting her hair and performing her music on campus. Photo courtesy of Joey Unami.

ASU alum heads to California to take on music world

After navigating college and growing comfortable in her own skin, Joey Unami is taking on the music world.

By Bobbi Ramirez | July 6, 2017

Two guests of the Heard Museum in Phoenix admire Frida Kahlo's "Self Portrait with Monkeys, 1943." The Frida Kahlo and Diego Rivera exhibit is in Phoenix until Aug. 20, 2017, its only stop in North America.

Heard Museum to celebrate Frida's birthday on First Friday

The Heard Museum is celebrating Frida Kahlo's 110th birthday for First Friday.

By May Phan | July 6, 2017

Writer and ASU alum Yvette Johnson tackles racism by trying to understand bias in the human brain. Her memoir "The Song and The Silence" was released in May. Photo courtesy of Yvette Johnson.

The Song and The Silence: ASU alum tackles racism and bias with a recently published book

The journey of ASU alum Yvette Johnson began 10 years ago when she found a video of her late grandfather speaking about racism in Mississippi.

By Lurissa Carbajal | June 28, 2017

Mala Collectivus meet for their second book club at Palabras Bilingual Bookstore on Sunday, June 25, 2017.

Local collective of young people promotes advocacy for people of color

Mala Collectivus is collective of young people collaborating with Palabras Bilingual bookstore to host a book club that follows a safe space of discussion for issues that affect people of color.

By Rebecca Dominguez | June 28, 2017

Mauricio Suchowlansky, postdoctoral fellow from ASU's Center for Political Thought & Leadership, poses for a photo on May 23, 2017 at Clark Park Farmers Market.

Clark Park Farmers Market brings produce and community to Tempe

ASU students have several options for organic living in Tempe, including the recently award-winning Clark Park Farmers Market.

By Rebecca Dominguez | June 21, 2017

Gene Gillette, left, and Adam Langdon play Ed and Christopher Boone, respectively, in "The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time." The play is coming to ASU Gammage on Tuesday.

ASU Gammage hides books around town to promote Broadway show

Residents in Tempe or Phoenix may stumble upon a surprise present as they go out and about during their summer days.

By Libby Allnatt | June 19, 2017

Looking toward Monday's vigil, Afghan students at ASU reflect on their experiences

As ASU's Afghan Student Association members prepare to host a vigil for the victims of the recent bombings, they reflect on their personal experiences and the importance of Afghan representation.

By Owen Baldner | June 11, 2017

Artist Gabriel Rico places a piece for his new exhibition on a platform covered in carpet foam at the ASU Art Museum in Tempe, Arizona on Tuesday, May 20, 2017.

Guadalajaran artist to debut his first U.S. art exhibition in ASU Art Museum

Artist Gabriel Rico presents his first U.S. art exhibition through neon lights, found objects and some of Life Science's taxidermy animals.

By Owen Baldner | May 31, 2017

An infographic for Phoenix Comicon 2017, featuring movie stars, comic creators, voice actors and more. The event will take place this Thursday through Sunday at the Phoenix Convention Center.

"Discover your inner geek": Phoenix Comicon to bring fandoms together

Phoenix Comicon will have hundreds of exhibitors and guest stars during this massive celebration of geek culture at the Phoenix Convention Center.

By May Phan | May 25, 2017

Tattoo artist Mark Walters works on a full sleeve tattoo at his tattoo shop, Living Canvas, on Mill Ave. on April 27, 2017.

Inked up: Students face the reality of returning home with tattoos

Students get tattoos in college for a variety of reasons, but a large portion of them will grow to regret their ink within a decade of getting it.

By Chris McCrory | April 27, 2017

Kayla King- Summer, a sophomore journalism major, flips through vinyls on record store day, April 22, 2017.

Records are spinning their way back into today's trends

Records are becoming a common trend among ASU students who prefer the traditional audio of music to modern methods.

By Emily Ditomasso | April 27, 2017

(From left to right) Evan Colten, director Kelly Lyng and Jacob Duell prepare to shoot "Papergirl" on Jan. 16, 2017.

Lights, camera, action! ASU MainStage showcase to feature capstone projects from 11 seniors

Herberger students to showcase their capstone projects at the Paul V. Galvin Playhouse on Friday.

By Skylar Mason | April 27, 2017

The ASU Drum Ensemble performs traditional music from Ghana on ASU's Tempe campus on Monday, April 24, 2017.

Sounds of Africa: The ASU African Drum Ensemble gives students a chance to play music from African nations

The ASU African Drum Ensemble is a chance to perform another country's type of music and expand students' musical abilities. Each semester focuses on different tribes and is open to non-music majors.

By Kalle Benallie | April 26, 2017

From left, Paul Coleman and Diego Mastroeni pose for a photo with student composers Zachary Bush and Stephen Mitton in a lab on Monday, March 27, 2017. The students have each composed a five-minute piece inspired by Alzheimer's disease research that will be presented at the "Science Exposed" event on Wednesday, April 23, 2017.

Artists, scientists to showcase semester-long collaboration through 'Science Exposed' performance

Composers and student artists to creatively showcase scientific findings of University researchers.

By Skylar Mason | April 24, 2017

Mr. and Miss Indian ASU Contestants 2017

University welcomes a new Mr. and Miss Indian ASU

ASU welcomes Matthew Yatsayte and Gypsy Pete as the new faces of Mr. and Miss Indian ASU. Yatsayte and Pete have similar education-related platforms.

By Quindrea Yazzie | April 23, 2017

Small businesses keep locals on trend

Students looking for something unique can find what they're looking for in local brands that aim to provide trendy handmade pieces that won't break the bank.

By Libby Allnatt | April 23, 2017

Members of the Kappa Kappa Psi of Beta Omicron pose for a group picture on April 8, 2017.

Kappa Kappa Psi donates local music to middle and high schools

An ASU fraternity helps pair new artists with schools in need of new music.

By Emily Ditomasso | April 20, 2017

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