Local Vendors Anyone?

Last weekend I attended the Phoenix Public Market right up the street from Taylor Place. A few friends got together and decided to go see what it was about. Now, I have lived in Downtown Phoenix going on my third year and I can not believe I had not gone at all. The Market was populated with many other Phoenicians both as vendors and buyers. We walked around for a good hour visiting the various locations. There were things for everyone, ranging from the obvious fresh products such as fruits, vegetables, and breads. There also were candles, organic cleaning products, hand-made jewelry and decorations. I myself bought a religious item that was hand painted by a local artist for a very reasonable price. I also tried cheese made from fresh goat milk, which was a very interesting experience. There were local musicians playing violins in the center of this all. Overall it was a very fresh and new thing for me. I do wish that there were more vendors within the market. I could really see this growing twice its size. I am sure that sooner of later, it will grow even bigger if we support what is currently there. This is for sure a place to check out in Downtown!


(This is what I bought!)



-Elenia :)

Taylor Place

Check out this video produced by Know99. Taylor Place is the new and exciting residential hall at the Downtown Phoenix Campus. Know99 gets an inside look at what Taylor Place has to offer. Enjoy!




-Elenia :)

Earth to Elenia

Don't look no further because I am back! Summer is starting to wind down and this means school is just around the corner. I had a very relaxing summer with little communication with technology... which was great! A break is always needed and I sure took advantage of that. Yet I am ready to get this school year started! I did however get around to doing a few things that were totally awesome. I'll start with the award that I received from the Chicano/Latino Faculty & Staff Association (CLFSA). I was nominated for the award and was selected for the Roberto L. Pastor Student Achievement Award. It was a very humbling experience and in addition I was able to network with many amazing individuals. ASU has truly presented me with countless life-changing opportunities. Check out the story.







Next, my little brother Carlos graduated from Genesis Academy (my former high school). I was such a proud moment for my entire family. It was the guest speaker at the graduation and became teary as I reached the point in my speech where I expressed my excitement for him accomplishment. Awesome day!

I also went to the South Mountain Park, which sits around 7 miles from downtown Phoenix. The Park has amazing lookouts and it happens to be the largest public park in the nation. Check the pictures from my visit to the Dobbins Lookout.








-Elenia : )