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It may be worth it to be healthier, but as for now bring on the meat...and cookies!
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SPM’s Resident Carnivore Goes Vegan (Almost)

From eating fast food to greens, one SPM writer tries to set aside her more unhealthy food choices and embrace veganism for a week, resulting in restrictions, guilt and a certain cheeseburger fiasco.

By Jessica Pruett | October 9, 2012

How To: Roast Chicken and Seduce Women

Nothing picks up ladies more than a thoughtfully prepared chicken.

By Ryan Espinoza-Marcus | October 9, 2012

Tech Spec: Pessimistic with Peekiegram

I reviewed the Peekiegram app that is currently only available through Apple’s App Store. It is a free “photo-flirting” app that transforms a normal photo into a note, utilizing themes and captions.

By Courtland Jeffrey | October 8, 2012

"Release." Photo courtesy of Tasmin Shadrake.

Art Murmur: A world of painted blood, Part 1

The concept of painting with bodily fluids seems to be far-fetched to most. Bloodpainting is the controversial medium.

By Alec Damiano | October 7, 2012

Maroon and Gamer: Aesthetics last indefinitely

Visual appearance is the biggest hook for video games. Which games will end up plummeting into the "uncanny valley?"

By Spencer Fawcett | October 7, 2012

Rainbows Festival Colors the Community

Phoenix Pride's Rainbows Festival brought a flair of color to downtown this weekend.

By Cristina Melian and Mackenzie McCreary | October 7, 2012

One way of testing strength is by bench-pressing. Photo by Evan Triantafilidis.

Pitchfork Sports: Behind Sparky's Fitness Challenge

This challenge on the Polytechnic campus is aimed to test one's strength, endurance and agility.

By Evan Triantafilidis | October 6, 2012

A pair of boots fitting for both denim and dress pants are a must for autumn. Photo courtesy of

The Campus Closet: Fall style: Gentlemen's edition

Gentlemen, I did not forget about you. Every girl loves a well dressed man; so here are some tips, tricks, and inspiration on how to style yourself for Fall 2012.

By Gabrielle Nelson | October 5, 2012

Erika Jacobs feels that smartphones are unnecessary, but her LG Lotus and laptop accomplish everything she needs. Photo by Courtland Jeffrey.

Tech Spec: Why do I even need that?

People integrate just about any form of technology you can think of into their everyday lives, but there are people who strongly oppose this mesh of technology.

By Courtland Jeffrey | October 4, 2012

Maroon and Gamer: A Mac gamer in a PC world

Maroon and Gamer comes clean: "I hate being a Mac Gamer. I truly despise only having a Mac and being a gamer."

By Spencer Fawcett | October 4, 2012

“Come, Boy, sit down. Sit down and rest./ And the boy did./ And the tree was happy.” (Silverstein, The Giving Tree) Fifth year architecture student Jordan Snittjer enjoys a Silverstein classic.
Photo by Noemi Gonzalez

Six Reasons College Students Should Read Shel Silverstein

The witty, creative, inspiring, and occasionally terrifying writing and illustrations of Shel Silverstein will steer you through college with reassuring themes and a fresh perspective.

By Mackenzie McCreary | October 4, 2012

Steam Crow's booth attracted the most people with their festive art. Photo by Alec Damiano.

Art Murmur: A festive fright night

I previously talked with Daniel Davis, the monster mastermind behind this event. But I decided to take a look at Keen Halloween myself.

By Alec Damiano | October 3, 2012

Pitchfork Sports: Being (an) official, Part 1

In the NFL, the replacement officials were tossed in a tough spot. Should we value their efforts despite any questionable calls?

By Evan Triantafilidis | October 3, 2012

SPM Beauty: Fall-o the Trends

Fall is here even if the cooler weather isn't. Stay updated on how to stay in style with the changing seasons.

By Vanessa Garcia | October 3, 2012

Autumn fashion in the desert can by stylish. Photo courtesy of Free People

The Campus Closet: How to do fall in the desert

Autumn has officially arrived. It may not feel like it with temperatures still reaching 90 degrees and no red or orange leaves in sight, but Halloween is right around the corner and it is time to start pulling out sweaters and tights.

By Gabrielle Nelson | October 2, 2012

Crunching numbers isn't just for accountants anymore. ASU students are putting a lot of thought into their wedding dates and their significance.
Photo by Shawn Raymundo

Weathering a Wedding

Being a college student requires a good amount of foresight and scheduling, but tack on planning a wedding and a future with someone and it gets even more interesting.

By Shawn Raymundo | October 2, 2012

Free Press urges people to become investigators for more understanding behind political ads. Photo courtesy of Free Press.

Tech Spec: Recruiting political insight through technology

Free Press raises awareness to political campaigns and how people should understand them before casting their vote.

By Courtland Jeffrey | October 1, 2012

A Growing Pho-nom-nom-nom-enon

Vietnamese restaurants near three ASU campuses cook the traditional dish "pho" (pronounced "fuh") from scratch, much to the satisfaction and amusement of one SPM writer.

By Emily Nichols | October 1, 2012

This smooth avocado blend allowed to tastebuds a break.
Photo by Mackenzie McCreary

Challenging Taste Buds With Chiles

One SPM writer takes on varying salsas at the Roosevelt Row Chile Pepper Festival to see which test her taste buds.

By Noemi Gonzalez | September 30, 2012

Customers line up-- like the heads on the wall. Photo by Alec Damiano.

Art Murmur: Welcome to Monsterland

You look at the brightly colored posters on the window and hesitate to go in. Here lies Monsterland Bar and Grill on Main Street in downtown Mesa.

By Alec Damiano | September 30, 2012

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