ASU is an older school, but the campus is always up to date. The buildings are a mixture of mid-20th century architecture and modern urban design, but most buildings are generally maroon brick. The landscape is generally xeriscape of the desert; there aren’t many trees or large lawns. The student recreation center has recently been refurbished and is absolutely huge. It has state-of-the-art fitness equipment and sports facilities. The Hayden Library is older, but offers plenty of space and various places to study. There aren’t many places on campus that advertise themselves as “student hangouts,” but the Student Union is a great place to grab a bite to eat between classes.