The Echo

Grief, and what we can learn from it

We often shun grief. What if, instead, we were to tune in to grief? To let it teach us what it can?

By Camden Beal | May 21, 2020

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Celebrating my birthday in quarantine

It may not have been what I expected, but I made the most out of celebrating in quarantine.

By Endia Fontanez | May 19, 2020

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The stolen semester: Seniors reflect on moments lost to COVID-19

"You have all these expectations, and these friends that you've had for all these years, and you just know it's never going to be like that again."

By Vandana Ravikumar | May 10, 2020

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Social distancing helped me rediscover an old hobby

I normally don't have free time. Now that I do, I had to get creative. 

By Olivia Munson | April 27, 2020

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Nine books to read while social distancing

Echo writer Timothy Xayasomloth shares his picks for books to dive into while social distancing. 

By Timothy Xayasomloth | April 22, 2020

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Review: Thinking about reading 'Hillbilly Elegy?' Don't

J.D. Vance's memoir "Hillbilly Elegy" is getting a movie adaptation. Guest writer Piper Hansen thinks that you shouldn't read or watch it while social distancing. 

By Piper Hansen | April 21, 2020

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My mom is a nurse in the face of a pandemic

"She does not see herself as a hero. She does what she does because that’s the person my mom is, that’s the way she was built."

By Joseph Perez | April 21, 2020

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Local museums welcome visitors virtually in light of distancing guidelines

Local museums in Tempe and Phoenix are moving online, offering visitors artistic and educational experiences through their websites and other outlets.

By Jonathan Hernandez Morales | April 20, 2020

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'Tiger King' helped me escape reality for 24 hours

"Everything about the show seemed unreal. It was a train wreck I couldn't take my eyes off of."

By Olivia Munson | April 15, 2020

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SP Playlist: Here’s what we’re listening to while social distancing

Here's your list of various tracks to listen to while social distancing, from Soccer Mommy to Thundercat.

By Vandana Ravikumar | April 15, 2020

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Korean movies to watch after you've seen 'Parasite'

Echo writer Tim Xayasomloth's offers his top Korean film recommendations. 

By Timothy Xayasomloth | April 9, 2020

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Trying to adjust to the new norm

I never realized how quickly my life could change until the coronavirus pandemic. 

By Olivia Munson | April 8, 2020

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In 'Jesse,' ASU alumni explore the life and controversy of renowned trumpeter Jesse McGuire

Filmmakers and ASU alumni Anthony Janssen and Ryan Dent explore the life of renowned trumpeter Jesse McGuire in "Jesse," including his 2001 World Series Game 7 performance.

By Koki Riley | April 3, 2020

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Five movies to watch while social distancing

Here are a few films to check out while you're isolating at home. 

By Koki Riley | April 1, 2020

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My newfound responsibilities as a plant mom

Having a houseplant taught me about the importance of taking care of something other than myself.

By Olivia Munson | April 1, 2020

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My barber and I broke up, but it's OK

When my barber got a new job, I felt like I lost a friend. 

By Timothy Xayasomloth | March 26, 2020

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Top 10 binge-worthy shows for social distancing

Echo writer Vaishalini Sitaraman lines up her top binge-worthy shows for the social distancing season. 

By Vaishalini Sitaraman | March 25, 2020

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10 albums to lose yourself in while social distancing

10 albums you should listen to while you practice social distancing to combat the coronavirus.

By Sam Ellefson | March 23, 2020

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An ode to the Dixie Chicks: Music that raised me

The Dixie Chicks' early release single is the group's first in 14 years, bringing them back to their roots.

By Piper Hansen | March 19, 2020

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Review: 'The Invisible Man' brings the iconic horror character to new heights

The new film puts a haunting and modern perspective on the original story by H. G. Wells. 

By Timothy Xayasomloth | March 17, 2020

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