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Loneliness Is a Pervasive Issue That Could Lead to Real Health Problems

Former U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy has offered some counterintuitive yet practical advice for navigating what he calls the 'loneliness epidemic.'…

June 22, 2020

Online Learning Can Help Develop Skills and Stave Off Boredom

Farah Javed, CUNY Baruch College

Digital classes bleed into the summer as companies like MasterClass and CourseHorse continue to educate people from the comfort of home.…

June 22, 2020

How ‘The Legend of Korra’ Confronts Systemic Oppression — And Fails

Srishti Tyagi, Cornell University

The Black Lives Matter movement contextualizes and highlights the botched themes of the sequel to the beloved 'Avatar: The Last Airbender.'…

June 22, 2020

In an article about Instagram accounts, a photo of a phone atop a laptop and next to some earbuds

10 Instagram Accounts To Follow That Center Black Voices and Issues

Emma Smith, Wesleyan University

Keep your feed filled with content about the Black Lives Matter movement, and see the impact and value of Black creators.…

June 22, 2020

In an article about comic artists, an frame from the comic Strange Planet

3 Popular Comic Artists Tackling Life Issues While Making Us Laugh

Aubrey Doerr, Chapman University

During times like these, creatives have way too much time on their hands. One result: killer web comics with deadly serious undertones.…

June 22, 2020

In an article about virtual tutoring, an illustration by Yao Jian of someone on a computer screen teaching

The Virtual Tutoring Market Is Growing, Here’s How You Can Get Involved

Hannah Docter-Loeb, Wesleyan University

Ever since the transition to online learning, several teaching services are seeking additional educators to fulfill the new demand.…

June 22, 2020

Add These 10 Virtual Tours to Your Stay-At-Home Bucket List This Summer

Emilia Chavez, Rice University

Visit Paris, Machu Picchu and the International Space Station — no physical travel required.…

June 22, 2020

Big Arms — Impressive or Overrated?

Daniel Reed

Is it time to hit the gym or pull back a bit?…

June 22, 2020

What Defunding the Police Would Mean for Our Society

Abigail Adeleke, University of Miami

With studies showing education and mental health intervention yield lower crime rates, is funneling funds into law enforcement really a good idea?…

June 21, 2020

Division III May Offer More Academic Experiences Than Division I Athletics

Chloe Hamer, Pitzer College

Athletes have heard the phrase 'DI bound,' but is there a better alternative for students wanting to focus on both athletics and academics?…

June 21, 2020

Issa Rae and Kumail Nanjiani ride the bus in crazy disguises in 'The Lovebirds'

‘The Lovebirds’ Brings Both Romance and Laughs to a Murder Mystery

Olivia Dimond, Bates College

Strong lead performances from Kumail Nanjiani and Issa Rae make up for the weaknesses in this rom-com murder caper’s script.…

June 21, 2020

Characters from the show Community sitting at a table

‘Community’ Finally Has the Netflix Spotlight It Deserves

James C. Loftis, University of North Texas

Enduring trials and tribulations while on the air, creator Dan Harmon's show has finally garnered some long overdue popularity.…

June 21, 2020

J.K. Rowling Has a Complicated History With the LGBTQ+ Community

Audrey Martin, Boston University

Once a cherished author, the 'Harry Potter' writer has fallen from grace due to her continued ignorance regarding trans and other members of the queer community.…

June 20, 2020

Oat milk cartons can be found in most grocery stores.

Oat Milk Isn’t a Fad, It’s the Ethical, Sustainable Alternative to Dairy Milk

Cathleen Luo, Columbia University

It's good for the environment, and it doesn't taste bad either.…

June 20, 2020

Pushing therapy on people who aren't ready for it can do more harm than good.

Therapy Is Great, but Pushing It Onto Others Can Be Harmful

Katie Klear, Columbia College Chicago

It used to be that treating mental health was stigmatized — now, however, some people are shaming those who don't go to someone for help.…

June 20, 2020

Want More of ‘Avatar: The Last Airbender’? There’s More Where That Came From

Anna Swenson, Butler University

For fans who just finished the series, leaving the world they've come to love just isn't an option. Fortunately, they don't have to.…

June 20, 2020

Nico Walker’s ‘Cherry’ Tells a Devastating Story of Addiction and Crime

Julia Greene, Columbia College Chicago

Written on a prison typewriter, the novel tells the story of a young man who falls in love, joins the war and robs banks to pay for heroin — a tale not unlike the author's…

June 19, 2020

Securing the Bag: A Student Guide on Applying for Outside Scholarships

Brian Xi, University of California, Berkeley

Let's face it — college is expensive. While financial aid and student loans are often the only resources considered, there are other ways to ease the financial burden.…

June 19, 2020

In article about on-campus policing, an illustration by Baz Pugmire of different police hats and helmets

On-Campus Policing Shares the Same Problems as Its City Counterparts

Emma T., UC Berkeley

In recent weeks, students have protested against police presence in cities as well as on their own campuses. So what's next for campus police departments? …

June 19, 2020

COVID-19 Has Made Its Way Onto Wedding Guest Lists

Emily Jewett, University of San Diego

Brides and grooms nationwide are finding their big days seriously affected by the pandemic.…

June 19, 2020

5 Cute and Tasty Finger Foods To Bring to Any Summer Cookout

Hannah Reynoso, University of Iowa

Even though they're small enough to hold right in the palm of your hand and can be passed around by toothpick, they still pack a lot of flavor.…

June 19, 2020

Elizabeth Gilbert Has Great Advice for Finding Creativity During Quarantine

Anna Barnard, St. Olaf College

Sometimes, you're stuck in a rut, but the 'Eat, Pray, Love' author has great ideas on how to dig yourself out.…

June 19, 2020

The All-Star Cast of ‘Space Force’ Pokes Fun at the Newest Military Branch

Danielle Kuzel, Florida State University

Steve Carrell is working with 'The Office' producer Greg Daniels and a few other big names on this warm, satirical Netflix series.…

June 19, 2020

Why You Should Use Reusable Shopping Bags

Daniel Reed

It's convenient and good for Mother Earth — what other reasons do you need?…

June 19, 2020

Lana Del Rey Ignores That Whiteness Is Often a Precursor for Success

Imani Benberry, Columbia University

The white singer's racially coded complaints about the success of several black female artists perpetuate a harmful dichotomy between white femininity and black female aggression.…

June 18, 2020

An illustration (by Veronica Chen, Yale University) of a dragon hoarding toilet paper

Hoarding and Shaming: The Unity in Our Pandemic Response

Alicia Furlan, University of Pittsburgh

The stress of COVID-19 has put us in competition with our neighbors, but our actions in the supermarket might reveal more about how we relate to each other.…

June 18, 2020

In an article about performative activism, an illustration of a man and a woman with masks and blacked-out speech bubbles

Companies Are Being Called Out for Performative Activism

Reem Farhat, Fordham University

Many brands are posting in support of Black Lives Matter, while hiding their own racist practices.…

June 18, 2020

In an article about the app Ray, an illustration by Shelly Freund of two people on the phone

Ray Is a Free Mental Wellness App Where You Talk With Real People

Tamara Kamis, Cornell University

Need more than meditation, but can't make therapy? Two Stanford students designed something that would allow people to get the help they need, especially in the aftermath of COVID-19.…

June 18, 2020

Students discussing plans around a table

Student Government Isn’t Just About Padding Your Resume

Elias Khoury, University of Michigan

You can actually make real change, and you don't necessarily need a ton of resources to get elected.…

June 18, 2020

Different colored jewels representing the new album RTJ4

On ‘RTJ4,’ Run the Jewels Reminds Us That Racism Isn’t Confined to the Past

Mitchell Tanaka, Chapman University

Acting as an anthem for protests around the world, the rap duo's latest album is far from the first time the group has encouraged social change.…

June 18, 2020

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