The Culture Issue has solidified itself as somewhat of an SPM tradition. In four of the past five years, issue No. 4 has been themed as The Culture Issue, and it seems like it’s going to stick around. Though most SPM stories already revolve around culture, this issue gives writers a chance to play sociologist, focusing on the interactions between themselves, their peers and the world around them.
Writers this year looked at what it’s like to be “alt” on campus, the phenomenon of overconsumption among students and how students connect with online communities through content creation. One reporter gave her thoughts on how University policies impact ASU’s party school reputation, and another reflected on the struggles of growing up without a connection to her native language. They poked fun at the attitudes of returned study abroad students and satirized the idea of cuffing season. Finally, one writer recounted the difficult experiences that came with growing up doing ballet in a short narrative.
