Study Breaks - Fresh perspectives on pop culture from students across the United States.

In an article about seafood in Florida, a blue fish, a green fish, and an orange fish are paired with an other. The word "seafood" appears on both sides.

Food·Thoughts

Seafood as a Status Symbol in Florida

October 1, 2023

Why is Southern seafood regarded so differently from Miami seafood?

In an article about active learning, someone sits with an open journal, craft supplies, and a french press pitcher with coffee.

Classes

Active Learning: A Bug Case Study

September 30, 2023

What a simple activity can do to a student’s studying.

In an album review of "starfucker" by Slayyyter, a woman stands with black sunglasses and a cigarette in her mouth.

Album Review: Slayyyter is Hollywood’s Latest (and Hottest) ‘STARFUCKER’

The internet sensation swaps her signature DIY sound for opulent glamor on her second studio album.

How to Pick Your Early Decision School

An in-depth exploration of the process of ED college applications.

In an article about roommate tips, a red hand shakes a blue hand in front of a blue bed and a red bed.

All About Roommates: Four Tips on Cohabitating in College Dorms

Cohabitating is an art. Here are some tips to get along with roommates.

Featured

In an aritcle about the 2023/2024 NBA season, a black figure holds a basketball against his face.

Culture·News & Politics·Thoughts

4 Storylines to Watch NBA Season 2023/24

September 28, 2023

Get ready for another jaw-dropping, ankle-breaking, rim-rattling season with these trends.

In an article about Olivia Rodrigo's punk rock influences, an illustrated girl stands with an off-the-shoulder dress and safety pins in her hair. In cut-out letters, the words "Olivia Rodrigo."

Sounds·Thoughts

Olivia Rodrigo Takes on Female Rage

September 26, 2023

Rodrigo calls on female punk rock back to the mainstream with “GUTS.”

In an article about 'Parable of the Sower,' a woman in a red dress wears a red turban and carries a book while surrounded by a border of leaves.

Culture·Pages

‘Parable of the Sower’: The Best Sci-Fi Novel You’ve Never Read

September 25, 2023

Written 30 Years Ago, ‘Parable of the Sower’ is a Powerful Commentary on Today.

In an article about autumn songs, a black vinyl sits against a goovy retro 70s background.

Culture·Sounds

10 Songs Perfect for Any Fall Playlist

September 22, 2023

Bid summer anthems adieu and welcome the return of cool and cozy songs for autumn.

In an article about food essayists A.J. Liebling and M.F.K. Fisher, a pastel table features various pastries including a croissant, pie, muffin, black coffee, and bacon and eggs.

Food·Pages·Thoughts

The Lost Art of Food Writing

September 21, 2023

A.J. Liebling and M.F.K. Fisher’s essays illustrate that the overlooked genre is the best thing since sliced bread.

In an article about the film, Bottoms, a brunette woman with medical tape over her nose stands back to back with a woman with black hair.

Screens·Thoughts

Film Review: ‘Bottoms’ Rises to the Top

September 21, 2023

Loser Lesbians. Teenage Lies. Untrained Fighters. What’s not to love?

In an article about online aesthetics, vines entangle a person's hand while they hold their phone and scroll through images.

Culture·Thoughts

Online Aesthetic Stifles Individualism

September 20, 2023

Preserving identity in the age of TikTok.

In an article about Tinashe's new album 'BB/Angel,' a woman with blonde hair looks up. She wears a white tee shirt with a slip dress over it. A hand-drawn angel halo is above her head.

Sounds

Album Review: Tinashe Keeps it Solid on ‘BB/ANG3L’

September 19, 2023

The R&B empress delivers a divine collection of seven forward-thinking earworms.

In an article about LinkedIn, the social media user interface of the website floats over a blue background.

Classes

Maximize Your LinkedIn: Three Tips for College Students

September 18, 2023

The best networking tool to use during your academic career.

In an article about Chicago bookstores, the state flag of Chicago flies above a shelve of books as a neon "open" sign glows.

Culture·Pages

Four Chicago Bookstores for Four Personalities

September 16, 2023

Don’t overlook the thriving bookstore scene in Chicago.

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Food·Thoughts

Seafood as a Status Symbol in Florida

October 1, 2023

Why is Southern seafood regarded so differently from Miami seafood?

Classes

Active Learning: A Bug Case Study

September 30, 2023

What a simple activity can do to a student’s studying.

Sounds

Album Review: Slayyyter is Hollywood’s Latest (and Hottest) ‘STARFUCKER’

September 30, 2023

The internet sensation swaps her signature DIY sound for opulent glamor on her second studio album.

Classes·Thoughts

How to Pick Your Early Decision School

September 30, 2023

An in-depth exploration of the process of ED college applications.

Classes·Thoughts

All About Roommates: Four Tips on Cohabitating in College Dorms

September 29, 2023

Cohabitating is an art. Here are some tips to get along with roommates.

In an article about metafictional writing, a notebook sits with a black pencil over it.

Pages·Thoughts

How Writing About Writing is Written

September 29, 2023

Self-Aware Fiction in the Modern Age

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