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Some monsters live above the bed

Beware rooms with boyfriend infestations. Katie Foster, Staff Photographer

Terrifying transformations like these are all too familiar when San Diego State students reminisce about horrible roommate experiences.

SD supper clubs stimulate social palates

Some resemble scavenger hunts or flash mobs. Others have top-secret rendezvous, exclusivity and a whole lot of mystery.

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Google prototype has ‘eyes’ on new device

An amplified experience of reality is no longer a futuristic concept with Google’s most recent creation: “Project Glass.”

The Flower Fields in Carlsbad are teeming with Ranunculus blooms and will be open to the public until May 13. Brittany Fasano, Staff Writer

Stop at Flower Fields and smell the roses

Tis the season for flower lovers at The Flower Fields in Carlsbad as the Giant Tecolote Ranunculus is currently in full bloom, covering acres of land with a canvas of color.

For many students with dreams to study abroad, choosing a location can often be the mostdifficult choice. | Allie Daugherty, editor in chief

Locale decisions vex study abroad hopefuls

The idea of studying abroad often sounds fantastic at first, but the nuts and bolts of moving from point-home to point-adventure can complicate the process. The first technical hurdle any student can face is selecting a study abroad program.

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Presto launches restaurants into digital age

Innovative start-up company E la Carte has created a device that could make waiters obsolete.

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Tumblr users seek unhealthy ‘thinspiration’

“Starving is not pain, it is the cure.”

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Food forests sow seeds of sustainability

In an attempt to fight modern agribusiness and its damaging costs to nature and humankind, a trend of food forests has been cropping up across the U.S.

Professor Wendy Shapiro stands in front of posters of her own work, setting an example for students seeking careers in the graphic design field. | Dustin Michelson, staff photographer

Prof draws students with passion for design

The moment before registering for classes can evoke a variety of emotions among students.

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Event bids locals to take a bite out of Hillcrest

Imagine taking a stroll down the streets of Hillcrest indulging in top-notch cuisine and refreshment. For the past 11 years, the neighborhood has made this a reality by hosting the Taste of Hillcrest, a one-day event when more than 40 local restaurants serve samples of their tastiest fares.

Café Madeleine’s charm graces SD with sweet joie de vivre Parisians could admire. | Paige Nelson, staff photographer

Taste a piece of Paris at local café

A sugary sweet mood is never quite complete without a trip to an adorable corner café. Those who have traveled to Europe know nothing compares to relaxing at a quaint corner café with a tiny cup of espresso and a chocolate crepe.

Babys serves more than just cakes. | Antonio Zaragoza, photo editor

Babys whips up drinkable desserts

No one ever loses that sweet tooth. Whether it’s taking candy from a baby or buying an extra package of M&M’s at the East Commons Aztec Market, everyone loves indulging those sweet, sugary cravings.

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