Memorial Union, Phoenix
Memorial Union is often described as Arizona State University's "living room", a community center on campus since 1956. Regardless of whether gathering for a planned event or simply hanging out, anyone who goes into this building will enjoy a comfortable experience. There are several places where visitors can get something to eat, purchase things they need or take time for relaxation and reflection.
Some of the dining options include quick-serve favorites such as Burger King, Subway, and Starbucks. Visitors looking for hairstyling services will find them at Hair Logix, which specializes in eco-friendly products. An information desk allows visitors to find everything they are looking for easily.
The Memorial Union building has an Interfaith Reflection Room, ideal for prayer, meditation, and reflection for people of all faiths. The Veteran Memorial Wall commemorates the lives of fallen military members who have attended ASU, including Pat Tillman. This memorial is on the lowest level of the building, near the Pat Tillman Veterans Center.
Pat Tillman was a NFL player who left his professional sports career to be enlisted in the United States Army. He served in Iraq and Afghanistan before his death. Tillman attended ASU during 1996-1998.
Some of the dining options include quick-serve favorites such as Burger King, Subway, and Starbucks. Visitors looking for hairstyling services will find them at Hair Logix, which specializes in eco-friendly products. An information desk allows visitors to find everything they are looking for easily.
The Memorial Union building has an Interfaith Reflection Room, ideal for prayer, meditation, and reflection for people of all faiths. The Veteran Memorial Wall commemorates the lives of fallen military members who have attended ASU, including Pat Tillman. This memorial is on the lowest level of the building, near the Pat Tillman Veterans Center.
Pat Tillman was a NFL player who left his professional sports career to be enlisted in the United States Army. He served in Iraq and Afghanistan before his death. Tillman attended ASU during 1996-1998.
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Memorial Union on Map
Sight Name: Memorial Union
Sight Location: Phoenix, USA (See walking tours in Phoenix)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
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Sight Location: Phoenix, USA (See walking tours in Phoenix)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
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