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Andujo often gives a shout out to his hometown while performing, never forgetting his roots. Photo courtesy of Matt Andujo

Pressures, Perceptions and Praise

ASU student and resident rapper Matt Andujo has simultaneously survived the struggles of the music industry and college, all thanks to his fantastic manager, supportive parents and enthusiastic fanbase.

By Katie Meakem | November 8, 2012
Sun Devil basketball looks to fill the stands with fans at Wells Fargo Arena in Tempe. Photo by Evan Triantafilidis.

Pitchfork Sports: Featuring fandom

While the ASU football team continues to play out the rest of their season, the men’s basketball team has begun practice and exhibition play. Saturday, Nov. 10, the team will begin the season at home against Central Arkansas.

By Evan Triantafilidis | November 7, 2012
"Dodge Bootlegger." Photo courtesy of Cheyenne Rouse.

Art Murmur: Cheyenne Rouse

A vibrant desert landscape leaps at you from the glossy cover of a magazine. Maybe it’s one of Cheyenne Rouse’s many photographs. Rouse remembered how photography was her favorite subject in school and decided she would photograph the wonders of the desert.

By Alec Damiano | November 7, 2012
A simple compliment can go a long way. Photo by Mike Brilliant

How To: Girl Flirt

Flirting is not just for romance. One SPM writer explains the confidence and cues needed to close the deal with a potential new best friend.

By Lily Lieberman | November 6, 2012
Older generations try to bridge the gap. Photo by Courtland Jeffrey.

Tech Spec: The Great Divide

Keeping up with technology’s latest fads is nothing new for this generation. We have seen the change from the landline to the smartphone and birth of the Internet. While we have been trained to adapt in this field, previous generations are being forced into this culture that is alien to them.

By Courtland Jeffrey | November 5, 2012
Gochoel sculpted the tea party scene from Alice in Wonderland making it out of steel and love for the Mad Hatter. Photo by Noemi Gonzalez

Wickets in Wonderland

The ASU Sculpture Society delves into the world of Alice in Wonderland while creating wickets for Chow Bella’s Pie Social and Croquet Tournament.

By Lily Lieberman | November 5, 2012
BBL. Photo courtesy of Z. Hess.

Art Murmur: Black Bottom Lighters

Meet Black Bottom Lighters, a Valley-based reggae-rock group influenced by Bob Marley, Sublime and Slightly Stoopid. BBL formed after Pineda responded to Stillwell’s Craigslist ad. McPhatter joined after hearing Pineda play at a pool party, then Aquino and Weaver joined later. Keyser replaced their old lead guitarist.

By Alec Damiano | November 4, 2012
Bernstein poses between the posters of two films he has written hanging from the walls of his office. Photo by Mackenzie McCreary

A Conspiring Creative

After writing an award-winning screenplay and living through years in the film industry, Gregory Bernstein arrives to ASU with a modest demeanor and valuable advice.

By Mackenzie McCreary | November 4, 2012
The State Press

Maroon and Gamer: Baby, let's patch things up

"Before we fall apart at the seams.” The King of Rock ‘n’ Roll may not have been referring to the video game industry, but that’s the name of the game. And what name might that be? Patching, patching and patching.

By Spencer Fawcett | November 4, 2012
Twitter helps provide game updates for its users. Photo by Evan Triantafilidis.

Pitchfork Sports: Social sports

It’s 6 p.m. on a Monday night, and the (insert your favorite NFL team) are playing on Monday Night Football on ESPN. However, that one morning where you woke up at the crack of dawn to register for classes, you registered for the Monday night two-hour lab class.

By Evan Triantafilidis | November 3, 2012
Sophia Amorusa is the owner of Nasty Gal Clothing. Photo courtesy of Sophia Amorusa.

The Campus Closet: Nasty Gal Clothing dominates fashion

Despite the provocative name and nature of Nasty Gal, it has seemed to win over and dominate ladies and fashionistas in their 20s. Nasty Gals' founder, Sophia Amorusa, is an art school drop out and worked at over 10 retail stores by the time she was 22-years-old.

By Gabrielle Nelson | November 2, 2012
Photo by Courtland Jeffrey.

Tech Spec: Apple’s rotten core

Ugh, Apple. Anyone who knows me, knows that I am not Apple’s No. 1 fan. Apple may produce some quality products, but there are many reasons why you should steer clear of the company.

By Courtland Jeffrey | November 1, 2012

Born to Slam

From an extended stay with sorority girls to performing with his spoken word idol, the life of local slam poet and ASU alumnus Myrlin Hepworth has never been boring.

By Demetrius Burns | November 1, 2012
Students could be the deciding factor in the upcoming election. Photo by Shawn Raymundo

Vocal Votes Sway Elections

The upcoming election has youth understanding its influence on the future of the United States, while social media allows them to realize the accessibility of politics.

By Shawn Raymundo | October 31, 2012
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