The Echo

We Are: Alive First Friday Event at Herberger Theatre on Friday, October 7, 2016.

A land of imagination: ASU alum to perform at First Friday Live

The Herberger Theatre will host an event on April 7, 2017 that will feature many artists to create the concept of imagination.

By Kalle Benallie | April 4, 2017

Engineer and artist combines passions in new exhibit

Bill Jamison finds harmony in his two identities — engineer and artist, through his art exhibition, "Bill's Thesis." He hopes to help people find the beauty in contrasting passions and finding balance.

By Marci Bandala | April 4, 2017

People work on setting upt the interior of new restaurant Chico Malo at City Scape near ASU’s downtown campus in Phoenix, Arizona pictured on Saturday, April 1, 2017.

Chico Malo to bring Mexican street food, grit to downtown Phoenix

Chico Malo is going to bring Mexican street food with a late night eatery to CityScape Phoenix starting April 13.

By Carson Mlnarik | April 3, 2017

Hayden Library is pictured on Wednesday, March 16, 2016, in Tempe. Subject Librarians for the arts at ASU Libraries emphasize the importance of immersing in research within the arts.

Creativity and research intertwine: arts subject librarians assist students and faculty

For artists, in-depth research is common and can take a lot of work and effort. The arts subject librarians are there to guide them along.

By Thalia España | April 3, 2017

Participants in the "escape room" even try to find clues at the ASU Art Museum on Friday, March 31, 2017.

#EscapeTheMuseum: ASU Art Museum holds first "escape room" event

Taking advantage of the booming popularity of "escape rooms," the ASU Art Museum held their own escape event this past Friday.

By Parker Shea | April 3, 2017

Student dancers participate in the Spring Undergraduate Project Presentations at the Margaret Gisolo Theatre in Tempe on Friday, March 31, 2017.

Students say ASU dance program provides well rounded artistic training

The Herberger Institute school of Film, Dance and Theater Undergrad Project Presentations showcase the work of students from freshmen to seniors.

By Jasmine Spearing-Bowen | April 3, 2017

ASU psychology student Makita White poses with her piece titled "Can You Hear Me" in her workspace in Tempe, Arizona.

Fundraiser goes toward new studio space for Neon Club in downtown Phoenix

Two ASU clubs came together to help connect local and student artists while raising money for new studio space.

By Maddie Johnson | April 2, 2017

Fillmore Coffee Co. owner Mike Atwell makes a latte for a customer on Monday, March 27, 2017.

12 coffee shops within walking distance of the Downtown Phoenix campus

ASU students have plenty of options when it comes to tea and coffee — whether it be a quick coffee run or an ambient studying atmosphere.

By Libby Allnatt | April 2, 2017

ASU students try a variety of foods at the Food Systems and Beyond event at the Engrained Cafe patio in Tempe, Arizona on Wednesday, March 29, 2017.

Feed it forward: ASU brings sustainable awareness to campus

Six organizations bring sustainable food system awareness to the ASU community through an annual event Food Systems & Beyond.

By Quindrea Yazzie | March 30, 2017

ASU freshman art student Karen Nazario poses for a photo in Tempe, Arizona on Wednesday, March 22, 2017.

Ascending Artists Association brings student artists together

The Ascending Artists Association aims to help students develop their work by connecting them with other artists.

By Andrew McKenney | March 29, 2017

The SILC Café is a place to learn new languages and meet new people

The School of International Letters and Cultures offers the SILC Café every Wednesday at 1:30 p.m., giving students a change to practice their foreign languages.

By Kalle Benallie | March 29, 2017

The annual Kick Ass Spring Concert will take place on Thursday, April 6, 2017 at The Trunk Space in Downtown Phoenix, Arizona.

Blaze Radio to host upcoming "Kick Ass Spring Concert" next month

Blaze Radio station will be hosting its annual spring concert on April 6 at Trunk Space, featuring food, entertainment and indie rock.

By Parker Shea | March 29, 2017

ASU student uses art to explore her own life story

Creativity is a journey that requires not only interest, but also determination; especially for Arizona State University art senior Marieke Davis.

By Attie Murphy | March 28, 2017

ASU communications junior Andres “Imar” Rosales performs covers of Pumped Up Kicks and Sweater Weather at The Heart of an Artist open mic night at the downtown campus on Tuesday, March 21, 2017.

New Downtown organization encourages release of "Inner Artist" through weekly self-expression

The Heart of an Artist is a new organization on the Downtown campus aiming to provide a platform for self-expression.

By Thalia España | March 27, 2017

Students, staff and faculty participate in Mindful ASU's first event, an interfaith meditation at the Tempe campus on Thursday, March 23, 2017.

New initiative promotes mindfulness, meditation among ASU students

A new initiative provides meditation spaces and mindfulness resources for ASU students.

By Jasmine Spearing-Bowen | March 27, 2017

ASU Professor Richard Lerman by the 1987 display "Session: 20x24 Photographs"on Tuesday, March 21, 2017.

What you hear is what you get: An ASU professor displays 40 years of sound art at the West campus

Richard Lerman is a veteran sound artist and professor at the ASU West campus who displays work collected from all over the world.

By Kalle Benallie | March 26, 2017

Attendees at the inaugural fundraising event ProjectWALK explore Rio Salado Restoration Area on Saturday March 18, 2017 in Phoenix, Arizona.

ASU Art Museum and Museum of Walking team up for outdoor fundraising walk

Inaugural fundraiser ‘theWALK’ encourages community engagement, wellness and sustainability awareness.

By Jordan Evans | March 26, 2017

Talking 'Life', space and science accuracy with the stars

"Life" star Jake Gyllenhaal, "The Martian" author Andy Weir and ASU faculty discuss scientific representation in films and its accuracy.

By Owen Baldner | March 23, 2017

Students paint on canvases for Barrett's DIY Art Night on Tuesday, March 21, 2017.

Barrett students de-stress from busy schedules with galaxy art

Twice a semester, Barrett Student Services hold DIY Art Night to provide a breather for students and create a sense of community.

By Jacquelyn Anderson | March 22, 2017

The Color 8 preforms at ASU’s Devilpalooza in Tempe, Arizona on Saturday, Feb. 25, 2016.

Devilpalooza opening band continues to make their name locally

Local Band The Color 8 is familiar to many students since Devilpalooza, but they have been building up their fan base in the Valley at First Fridays in Downtown Phoenix.

By Maddie Johnson | March 22, 2017

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