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Is this college?: Top 5 disappointments about ASU

With graduation right around the corner, it’s been surreal to look back on the great experiences college has given me. But along with those great memories come the expectations that weren’t quite met during my time at ASU.

The power in empowering others

The top 10 overlooked places around the Valley

Phoenix is well-known for the Desert Botanical Gardens, the Arizona Science Center and the Phoenix Art Museum, however there are a slew of places that one may visit in the Valley that are often overlooked.

Food for the desert soul

What exactly is soul food? A cultural importance? Or simply downright comfort or traditional food? I was pondering this and found a savory gem of "soul food" in Arizona. Lo-Lo's, a soul food/Southern joint that specializes in its famous chicken and waffles, provides a hybrid of dinner and breakfast.

A ride-sharing tale

New methods of community taxi services and strides in technology, available in Phoenix and throughout the country, are redefining the typical taxi experience

Grimy Biker Music

No matter how blasé you feel about the day ahead, a little inspiration can harness the blues into something much cooler. And with that, I’m fairly sure I just gave away my favorite (probably only) life tip.

The 2014 Best of ASU Winners

After gathering reader input and our writer’s knowledge, we compiled this list of the Best of ASU.

When you can't get it right

There are times when we get it wrong. It's inevitable.

First Date: Top 7 spots for the perfect college date

We SPM editors aren't serious daters or anything close to it, but as romantic quirky souls, we decided to put together a short list of the best places to have your first date across the Valley.

Best Place to Grab Coffee: Blue House Coffee

It’s 7:30 a.m. and Sam Beger and Nick DiPastena have already wheeled to work, or rather, wheeled their work- a self-made bicycle cart, to the corner of College Avenue and University Drive.

Local love: Book of Shred, "Nobody's Home"

Self-proclaimed indie rockers—the good kind—their sound ranges from mellowed-out like Band of Horses to reminiscent of the upbeat and insanely catchy “Pretty. Odd.” album from Panic! At the Disco.

Best place to grab coffee: Liberty Market

As far as food is concerned, downtown Gilbert boasts some of the best and most memorable establishments in the East Valley. But none of these restaurants dominate the downtown scene as much as Liberty Market has over the past few years.

Keeping up with National Poetry Month

In April, we have the great opportunity to enjoy and learn more about poetry. The Academy of American Poets initiated this poetic celebration in 1996.

Creeping 101: Light Rail people watching

It’s plain to see that riding on the light rail is an experience in itself and ripe for people watching.

TUF Talk: Best of Music Venues & Local Bands

Vice President of ASU's The Underground Foundation and history sophomore Jonathan Novak talks best of music venues across the Valley, and gives insight to the local bands every Sun Devil should experience.

Don't let fear keep you from playing the game

Life is the ultimate gamble. You're responsible for what you do and how you react to it.

Blue House Coffee

By Lauren Wong | Photo by Sophia Thomas Blue House Coffee University Drive and College Avenue 602-821-1610 Hours: Monday through Thursday The sun rises over the Tempe campus shining bright on the Blue House Coffee cart.

Best hidden treasure: Skyspace: Air Apparent

“Skyspace: Air Apparent” is an exploration of the phenomenon of light. It is Tempe’s best hidden treasure because its private location behind the Biodesign Institute attracts few visitors.

How-To: Shop Retail & Get the Best Discounts

Scoring that discount at corporate-run retail shops can be difficult, but following these tips will make nearly every sales associate vouch for you. Now it's that much easier to exchange broken items and get the best deal on new ones. Try out these tips from a veteran retail worker and see the amazing results.

Music for a soon-to-be-grad

A reliable coping mechanism as I apply for countless jobs is listening to some bands I haven’t yet explored. Uncharted territory on all fronts, I enter this next phase of my life with an indefinite question mark drawn across the coming months.