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Wikipedia has an almost exponential growth rate. Photo courtesy of HenkvD Licensed under a CC BY-3.0

Geekin' It: Wikis and Wikipedia

“Wikipedia is the best thing ever. Anyone in the world can write anything they want about any subject, so you know the best possible information.” - Michael Scott, "The Office" It is the bane of every stereotypical English teacher’s class and the savior of procrastinating undergrads.

By Colin McGann | January 27, 2011

Residence on the Rail

Every student needs a place to live — and come spring, moving out and moving in is on everyone's mind. Here’s a look at some popular apartment complexes on the Metro Light Rail line near two ASU campuses.

By Scarlett Jane Heydt | January 26, 2011
Hathaway will transform into the new Catwoman. The image is courtesy of comicbookmovie.com.

Non-Required Reading: The Return of Catwoman

All right folks, there’s a lot of big Bat-related news that dropped last week, and I’m here to tell you what you’re dealing with and hopefully talk a couple of you down from that ledge after hearing the casting news. “The Dark Knight Rises” is going to complete the Christopher Nolan Universe trilogy of Batman movies.  He has single-handedly rejuvenated the franchise and left a mark on movie making that will never be the same. So his casting is a big deal.  And the villains are perhaps the most important part.  Last week it was announced that Anne Hathaway and Thomas Hardy are going to play Catwoman and Bane, respectively. For those of you asking, “who is Anne Hathaway?” I should seriously slap you, but this post is all for you folks. She got her career started in the (sigh) “The Princess Diaries,” got much bigger for movies like “The Devil Wears Prada,” and since then has picked up in movies such as “Get Smart,” “Alice in Wonderland,” and “Love and Other Drugs." She’s playing Catwoman, who often works as a foil to Batman’s usual fight against crime.  The chemistry between her and Christian Bale is what will decide if this works.  If Bale can’t even fake chemistry with her (seriously, LOOK at that picture) then he can’t act. I just have a question of whether she’s the physical type for all that “cat-like” stuff she’s going to need to do.  I see her more as the “lawyer that attracts Bruce Wayne” than as the “spandex cat-person who flips for Batman.” Does that make me sexist?

By Dan Jacka | January 26, 2011
A storefront of possibilities. Photo by Chelsea Brown.

Downtown Dispatch: Mercantile-Handmade, vintage & hair

Awhile back I was introduce to Mercantile through my former journalism teacher Carrie Wheeler. The way Carrie described this boutique/hair salon made it seem like it was a very hush-hush place, I believe speakeasy is the word she used, but now they are in plain view and welcoming everyone to come check out their chic space. Mercantile is located at 828 North Central Ave., between McKinley and Roosevelt Avenues on Central Avenue, and is set between a row of small businesses just down the street from the ASU downtown campus.

By Chelsea Brown | January 25, 2011
Photo by Jessica Heigh.

Mesa's (Almost) Chinatown

A 2-year-old Asian shopping center on Dobson Road and Main Street blends the traditional and modern, the cultural and commercial, into an oddly functional retail destination.

By Tye Rabens | January 25, 2011
Is this buried under papers? Dig it out and save money! Photo by Gabriela Rodiles.

Other than Ramen: Handy Dandy Dining Guide

During the first week of each semester, amidst the crowd of students navigating to their new classes, there are always special booths around the Tempe and downtown Phoenix campuses handing out maroon and gold coupon books.

By Gabriela Rodiles | January 25, 2011
ASU Grad Student Marchlarina Davis reads during the MLK Poetry Jam. Photo by Nicole Gilbert.

MLK Week Wraps with a Jam

Closing out ASU West's week of Martin Luther King remembrance was a poignant poetry jam, where some of the Valley's most distinct creative voices explored issues from affirmative action to civil rights memories to the Obama presidency.

By Nicole Gilbert | January 24, 2011
An example of the projects you can make with the decoupage. Photo by Faith Breisblatt.

Piece of Craft: My Obsession with Decoupage

As I love to make collages and create mixed media designs, the day I found out what decoupage was felt like a spiritual experience.  Perhaps, even similar to finding God.  It basically took all of my collages and other crafts to a whole other level that I never even knew possible. For those of you who don’t know, the art of decoupaging essentially consists of taking pieces of paper and sticking them to an object by covering them with about three layers of a glue varnish.

By Faith Breisblatt | January 24, 2011
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Iron & Wine returns to roots

Folk phenomenon Samuel Beam (aka Iron & Wine) brings to life a fresh, yet authentic sound on his fourth album, “Kiss Each Other Clean.”

By Aiyana Havir | January 24, 2011

SPM Picks: Four Things to Do This Week (1/24-1/30)

Every Monday, we'll share four neat things happening in the Phoenix metro area — from the palms of Tempe, to the skyscrapers of Phoenix, to the, um, water towers of the East Valley. Take a break from soaking up the sun to soak in some culture.

By SPMed | January 23, 2011

Palm Walk Runway: Desert Winter

I am always inspired by the unique, fashion forward styles worn by our very own ASU students. Luckily I will have the opportunity throughout the semester to recognize those chic and trendy students for their sense of style. Now that the Arizona weather is in its awkward transitional stage of winter and summer, you see a variety of different styles.

By Marlee Bever | January 23, 2011
Photo illustration by Peter Lazaravich.

How To: Fulfill Your New Year’s Resolution

Each year, the possibilities of what could be drive us to set New Year’s resolutions. Yet, after two or three weeks, most are abandoned in favor of old habits incapable of rehabilitation. Here are a few tips to help you keep those resolutions until next year.

By Caitlin Cruz | January 23, 2011
"Orange Bird (14. Orangebird)" serigraph print on paper by Jacob Meders. Photo courtesy Kate Crowley.

Tonight: Native + You at the Heard Museum

A stark white building tucked away on the Encanto Blvd./Central Ave. light rail stop, the Heard Museum is known for its extensive collection of American Indian artwork and history — content that, on the surface, does not always mesh well with college students’ interests. However, on Friday, Jan.

By Caitlin Cruz | January 20, 2011
Phot by Anthony Sandoval.

Fight or Flight

In this essay, SPM takes you up 1,000 feet in the air, through the Valley's crisp morning skies on a flight that defies our writer's expectations and confronts his fears.

By Anthony Sandoval | January 20, 2011
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