The Echo

Insight: Rediscovering my love for reading has brought me happiness

I prioritize reading because it's something that brings me joy, and when you have something that creates joy, you should do it as often as possible.

By Brenna Toshner | February 23, 2021

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Girls in competition: The pros and cons

Girls may have a hard time forming authentic friendships in environments that are harmfully competitive. 

By Adriana Gonzalez-Chavez | February 21, 2021

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Insight: Growing up Americanized didn't suppress my cultural pride

I may have grown up Americanized but that doesn't mean I have not found my way back to my culture.

By Joycelyn Cabrera | February 19, 2021

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Insight: Yoga has kept my sanity during the pandemic

Improved health and mindfulness can provide a much-needed boost.

By Daniel Grossman | February 19, 2021

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Where the 'main character' complex crosses the line

Wanting to be the "main character" is rooted in the perspective of confidence and self-love but can easily perpetuate traits of narcissism and apathy toward others.

By Jillian Cote | February 18, 2021

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Review: 'The Stand' (2020) is a better-than-average pandemic thriller

Echo reporter Noah Delgado offers his opinion on CBS All Access' new version of a Stephen King classic.

By Noah Delgado | February 18, 2021

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Review: 'WandaVision' blew my expectations out of the water

Echo reporter Sabrina Kenoun shares her thoughts on Disney+ and Marvel's latest release, "WandaVision."

By Sabrina Kenoun | February 16, 2021

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The best songs titled after days of the week

Choosing from a variety of genres, the Echo reporter Gannon Hanevold shares his favorite songs titled after each day of the week. 

By Gannon Hanevold | February 16, 2021

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Insight: How to best cope with depression during the pandemic

If you're going through hell, keep going.

By Daniel Grossman | February 14, 2021

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Playing a new tune: How musicians and recording artists are adapting to the demands of the pandemic

Musicians and audio engineers are collaborating to keep the music business alive despite the pandemic's restrictions. 

By Gannon Hanevold | February 13, 2021

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Insight: Having strict parents hurt my social skills

Strict parenting negatively affected my social skills even as an adult coming to college. 

By Adriana Gonzalez-Chavez | February 12, 2021

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Insight: What it's like living with post-COVID symptoms

Long-term symptoms of the coronavirus are relentless, but so are the survivors. 

By Cassidy Reich | February 11, 2021

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Insight: Dealing with ASU's party-school reputation as a freshman

No matter what anyone else says, I am happy with my college decision since education is truly what you make of it. 

By Jillian Cote | February 11, 2021

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Insight: How my disability has affected my time in college

Echo reporter Sabrina Kenoun shares her personal experiences of living with a disability and how others treat her as a result. 

By Sabrina Kenoun | February 11, 2021

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Insight: How following The Great Comet changed my life

The Echo reporter Noah Delgado reflects on his connection with the musical "Natasha, Pierre & the Great Comet of 1812."  

By Noah Delgado | February 10, 2021

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Vampires, ghosts and ... plants? Where the horror genre will go post-Trump

An ASU English instructor weighs in on where she thinks the horror genre will go post-Trump.

By Noah Delgado | February 8, 2021

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How students' relationships with religion change at college

Even though moving away from home may change the way ASU students practice, it does not change the significance religion plays. 

By Adriana Gonzalez-Chavez | February 6, 2021

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Insight: Miranda Priestly had a major effect on me as a young woman

Watching "The Devil Wears Prada" gave me my first idea of what I wanted my future to look like. However, I still don't know how to begin.

By Jillian Cote | February 3, 2021

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Instruments are striking a chord with ASU community members

Two ASU students and a professor describe the impact playing an instrument can have on someone, especially during hard times.

By Gannon Hanevold | February 2, 2021

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Insight: Fanfiction isn't a phase, it's a community

Confessions from an active fanfiction writer and how this genre is more than meets the eye. 

By Sabrina Kenoun | February 2, 2021

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