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Book Nerds: Virginia Woolf is Not a Feminist Icon

Renowned and praised for her radical critique of the patriarchy, Virginia Woolf remains a trailblazer for feminism despite her complex history of racism and anti-semitism.

Emily Diaz, DePaul University

June 7, 2024

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Why Is It So Hard to Study Online?

Studying online is becoming increasingly impossible without losing some weight in on the wallet.

June 7, 2024

Music

Dear Sabrina, ‘Please Please Please’ Give Us More More More!

It's giving Dolly, Kacey, summer, sunblock, lovelorn 70s. The second single from Sabrina Carpenter's upcoming 'Short and Sweet is nothing short of sweet.

June 7, 2024

Inside the Popularity of the Comforting Treat Banana Bread

In a time when dessert possibilities are endless, why are we constantly returning to the same old staple?

‘Ringing Bell’, Unico, and Sanrio’s Dark Beginnings

Everyone loves Hello Kitty, but Sanrio’s earliest films reveal something more ominous about the company.

End of The Reel – Quentin Tarantino’s Swan Song

What will Quentin Tarantino’s final film be about?

The Case for ‘80s Effects

There’s some-Thing about ‘80s creatures that people just can’t shake.

‘Tokyo Vice’ and the Disciplined Criminals in the Yakuza

How the yakuza have conducted every insidious criminal activity in plain daylight within Japan.

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Debt and Dior: South Korea’s Advancing Debt from Luxury Purchases

Designer products in South Korea have led to a rising debt crisis, especially among young people.

Finlay O'Connell, Minerva University

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More than Struggle: Palestinian Cuisine

An ode to the flavors of Palestine, a culture exemplified through their soulful cooking and heartfelt social traditions.

Farah Shah, University of Central Florida

For an article about sonification of space data, a person sits cross-legged with head phones on staring off. A blue background with musical notes around them.

By the Way, the Universe Is Always Singing

How sonifications of space data are broadening horizons for interpretation and interaction between humans and the cosmos.

Farah Shah, University of Central Florida

In this article, about the importance and impact of listening to indigenous voices in 2024, an orange analog radio against a blue background is shooting out lightning bolts as its dial is being torn by light brown hair draped in a blue, embroidered sleeve. Half of the background is blacked out, with jagged edges running diagonally up the center.

The Impact of Listening to Indigenous Voices in 2024 America

What changing museum guidelines and a push for more representation of indigenous voices in award shows means for the present moment.

Archie Wagner, University of Iowa

The Brilliance of Amy Sherman-Palladino’s Leading Ladies in Television

Insights into two of TV’s most beloved female leads, Lorelai Gilmore and Miriam Maisel.

Noah Hernandez, University of Texas at San Antonio

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Bridgit Mendler: Where Is She Now?

Despite never matching the fame of other Disney Channel stars, she left an undeniable impact on our childhoods.

Paul Hoskin, Weber State University

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Latine Streetwear Fashion: An Evergreen Vogue and Indigenous Resistance to Whiteness

Latine swagger is timeless in the world of fashion. From 90’s Cholas in lowriders to modern-day streetwear and even “Hot Cheeto girl” aesthetics, Latine styles certainly make their mark.

Emily Diaz, DePaul University

‘Star Trek’: Jake Sisko’s Coming of Age Story

One of Star Trek’s most relatable characters for kids and young adults to be on screen.

Sydney Chastain, Florida State University

What’s Behind Beyoncé and Taylor Swift’s Massive 2023?

Both veteran entertainers broke into new levels of popularity and success with their mammoth tours and film releases.

Avery Heeringa, Columbia College Chicago

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What’s the Obsession with ‘Bluey’?

The fun-loving blue heeler and her sister, Bingo, have taken the hearts of millions across the world.

Natalie VanHecke, University of Texas at Dallas

Spanish Rock Band Airú Sparkles On Their First U.S. Tour

The Spanish rock band, Airú, transcends with a hopeful energy and quiet optimism on their first U.S. Tour.

Roberto Soto

For an article on the obsessed artist trope in film, a figure sits criss crossed while writing in a journal in blue wash.

Exploring the “Obsessed Artist” Trope in Film

We all have something that we might go to extremes and obsessive lengths to achieve.

Karla D. Galvan, The University of Texas at San Antonio

Easy-A UVA Classes

Ace these five simple and stress-free courses at the University of Virginia.

Sarah Deavers, University of Virginia

For an article about the Percy Jackson Disney Plus series, two young boys stare into the sky. A young girl with braids stares off in a suit of armor. A lightning storm goes on in the background and a beast carries a figure by its neck.

TV’s Future Golden Boy: Percy Jackson, The Hero You’ve Been Waiting For

After almost 20 years, Percy Jackson and the series' long history of neurodivergent representation is getting the adaptation it deserves.

Havilah Sciabbarrasi, Florida State University

Dark Cafes and Big Yellow Taxis—The Everlasting World of Joni Mitchell

Now in her 80th year on earth, Mitchell’s work continues to influence young generations of fans.

Avery Heeringa, Columbia College Chicago

The Latin Lover Is Back and He Has A “Mustache Goatee Combo”

Your crush is a dud with a good barber and colonizer genes and your interest in him is based on a hollow perception of Latinidad. Oops!

Roberto Soto

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Key Advantages of a VPS Hosting for Business

In today’s digitally driven marketplace, businesses need a reliable, scalable, and secure online presence.

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Beauty Standards in America. What are the lengths we are willing to go to satisfy a trend?

In popular culture today, significant figures in social media are portrayed as templates of what women in society should strive to look and be like.

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What is the ‘Protéjé Effect’ and How Can it Help You Learn?

Scientists today have dubbed what Seneca said approximately 2000 years ago, ‘while we teach, we learn,’ as a psychological phenomenon called the ‘Protéjé Effect’, clearly indicating its continued relevance today.

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Connecting with the Next Generation of Consumers: How Gen Z Shaped Modern Marketing

The world of marketing has undergone a dramatic transformation over time.

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A Guide to Choosing the Right Payroll Check Printing Software

When managing payroll efficiently and accurately, businesses rely on payroll check printing software.

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Moving Made Easy: My Experience with Boston Movers

Generally, moving is often cited as one of the most challenging things in life, but when I recently moved from my small downtown Boston apartment into a larger house out in the suburbs, I realized

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Sustainability in Game Design: The Eco-Friendly Shift in Online Slots

Sustainability has become a buzzword across many industries, and the world of gaming is no exception.

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10 Awesome Things For Freshers To Do In London

Are you a new student in London and eager to make the most of your time in this dynamic city?

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Easy Steps to Check the Casino Site

Consume-and-run verification is the agent server of toto online, which assists in determining the level of safety in the gambling playground for those who enjoy gambling.

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Crypto in Business Development: How Cryptocurrency is Revolutionizing Various Niches in 2024

August 2024 — Cryptocurrency, once considered a fringe innovation of tech enthusiasts and libertarians, has firmly established itself in the mainstream global economy.

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From Print to Pixels: A Look at the Evolution of Marketing

Since the dawn of time, marketing has played an important role in steering folks toward particular goods and services, persuading individuals on the best choices available.

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