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Hayden Library is pictured on Wednesday, March 16, 2016, in Tempe. Subject Librarians for the arts at ASU Libraries emphasize the importance of immersing in research within the arts.

Creativity and research intertwine: arts subject librarians assist students and faculty

For artists, in-depth research is common and can take a lot of work and effort. The arts subject librarians are there to guide them along.

By Thalia España | April 3, 2017

ASU students try a variety of foods at the Food Systems and Beyond event at the Engrained Cafe patio in Tempe, Arizona on Wednesday, March 29, 2017.

Feed it forward: ASU brings sustainable awareness to campus

Six organizations bring sustainable food system awareness to the ASU community through an annual event Food Systems & Beyond.

By Quindrea Yazzie | March 30, 2017

The annual Kick Ass Spring Concert will take place on Thursday, April 6, 2017 at The Trunk Space in Downtown Phoenix, Arizona.

Blaze Radio to host upcoming "Kick Ass Spring Concert" next month

Blaze Radio station will be hosting its annual spring concert on April 6 at Trunk Space, featuring food, entertainment and indie rock.

By Parker Shea | March 29, 2017

ASU communications junior Andres “Imar” Rosales performs covers of Pumped Up Kicks and Sweater Weather at The Heart of an Artist open mic night at the downtown campus on Tuesday, March 21, 2017.

New Downtown organization encourages release of "Inner Artist" through weekly self-expression

The Heart of an Artist is a new organization on the Downtown campus aiming to provide a platform for self-expression.

By Thalia España | March 27, 2017

Students, staff and faculty participate in Mindful ASU's first event, an interfaith meditation at the Tempe campus on Thursday, March 23, 2017.

New initiative promotes mindfulness, meditation among ASU students

A new initiative provides meditation spaces and mindfulness resources for ASU students.

By Jasmine Spearing-Bowen | March 27, 2017

Actors perform "Men on Boats," which runs at the Paul V. Galvin Playhouse through April 2, 2017.

ASU’s latest mainstage plays with gender roles and history

The title may be misleading for ASU’s latest MainStage show “Men on Boats,” which stars an entirely female cast.

By Carson Mlnarik | March 26, 2017

ASU Professor Richard Lerman by the 1987 display "Session: 20x24 Photographs"on Tuesday, March 21, 2017.

What you hear is what you get: An ASU professor displays 40 years of sound art at the West campus

Richard Lerman is a veteran sound artist and professor at the ASU West campus who displays work collected from all over the world.

By Kalle Benallie | March 26, 2017

Attendees at the inaugural fundraising event ProjectWALK explore Rio Salado Restoration Area on Saturday March 18, 2017 in Phoenix, Arizona.

ASU Art Museum and Museum of Walking team up for outdoor fundraising walk

Inaugural fundraiser ‘theWALK’ encourages community engagement, wellness and sustainability awareness.

By Jordan Evans | March 26, 2017

Ewan McGregor and Robert Carlyle in "T2 Trainspotting" in 2017.

‘Trainspotting’ rolls into a new station for a new generation

ASU faculty and "Trainspotting" stars reflect on the film's origins and the excitement of the upcoming sequel.

By Owen Baldner | March 23, 2017

Talking 'Life', space and science accuracy with the stars

"Life" star Jake Gyllenhaal, "The Martian" author Andy Weir and ASU faculty discuss scientific representation in films and its accuracy.

By Owen Baldner | March 23, 2017

Students paint on canvases for Barrett's DIY Art Night on Tuesday, March 21, 2017.

Barrett students de-stress from busy schedules with galaxy art

Twice a semester, Barrett Student Services hold DIY Art Night to provide a breather for students and create a sense of community.

By Jacquelyn Anderson | March 22, 2017

The Color 8 preforms at ASU’s Devilpalooza in Tempe, Arizona on Saturday, Feb. 25, 2016.

Devilpalooza opening band continues to make their name locally

Local Band The Color 8 is familiar to many students since Devilpalooza, but they have been building up their fan base in the Valley at First Fridays in Downtown Phoenix.

By Maddie Johnson | March 22, 2017

A student discusses the importance of her homemade natural remedy, a perfume made from citrus trees, in front of the Lattie Coor Hall on Tuesday, March 22, 2017.

No hats or brooms: ASU witches express individuality within own community

Witchcraft and paganism are making a comeback in the new world, and many ASU students identify with the community.

By Andrew McKenney | March 22, 2017

Car Dogs Actor Chris Mulkey, left, and Director Adam Collis, right, speak to journalists on the red carpet during the movie’s premiere Monday, March 20, 2017 at Harkins Camelview at Scottsdale Fashion Square.

ASU’s stars shine at first red carpet premiere

The "Car Dogs" red carpet premiere saw members of the Hollywood cast and crew as they talked with press about the release of ASU's first feature film.

By Owen Baldner | March 21, 2017

Mr. Engineering Pageant puts engineering men on display to raise money for girl scouts

Phi Sigma Rho raised money for Girl Scouts of America through its first annual Mr. Engineering Pageant, which involved participants from the Professional Fraternity Council and the Interfraternity Conference.

By Marci Bandala | March 21, 2017

Tann Cheevasittirungruang, left, and Angel Garcia, right, sit at their table at Secular Day at the Arizona State Capitol on March 21, 2017.

Standing alone: atheism club provides for students questioning their faith

The Secular Student Alliance (SSA) is one of only two officially organized groups for atheists to meet at ASU. Members think this may be because atheism has not been normalized.

By Parker Shea | March 21, 2017

People walk by The Funky Monk while it is undergoing renovations on March 21, 2017.

New Mill Avenue restaurant will bring diversity and funk to ASU

Funk and diversity go hand in hand at new Mill Avenue restaurant The Funky Monk.

By Holly Miller | March 21, 2017

Students gather to pet and play with Canine Companions of Independence dogs at the Puppy Love event at the ASU downtown campus on Friday, Feb. 24, 2017.

ASU Downtown group to join DogFest

A Downtown ASU group will be joining DogFest Walk n’ Roll for community and a good cause.

By Thalia España | March 20, 2017

Urian Garcia, Creative Writing student at ASU, reads his short fiction piece at the Spillers 7th annual event at the Valley Bar on Tuesday, March 14, 2017.

Valley Bar showcases fiction writing talent among ASU students, Arizona residents

ASU students showcased their writing talent at a local authors' event designed to bring fiction to Downtown Phoenix.

By Jasmine Spearing-Bowen | March 20, 2017

Journalism sophomore, Lerman Montoya, poses with his art work at the Barrett Art Exhibit on April 1, 2016.

First Friday art exhibit allows Barrett students to show off their creative side

Barrett is hosting an art show at First Friday for students to present their artistic abilities.

By Emily Ditomasso | March 19, 2017

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