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Why Students Need To Get a Design Degree in College

Discover why it is important to take a design course at an institution, the perks, challenges and what the overall experience looks like.…

May 26, 2020

What’s With the Media Vendetta Against PewDiePie?

Sarah Stager, University of Pittsburgh

The famous YouTuber has stirred up his fair share of controversy, but how much of the ire directed his way is really because of corporate resentment for independent creators?…

May 25, 2020

‘Trial by Media’ Looks at the Relationship Between News and the Courtroom

S. T. Perez, Texas A&M University, San Antonio

When does the need for entertainment turn justice into just more pop culture fodder?…

May 25, 2020

Neftlix’s ‘Outer Banks’ Explores Class Division and Redemption

Kayla Johnson, Bradley University

The hit series provides a fascinating look into a group of teenagers navigating their own adventures off the North Carolina coast.…

May 25, 2020

Harry Styles on the beach for his video Watermelon Sugar

‘Watermelon Sugar’ Has Harry Styles Fans Deciphering Clues Once Again

Nina Dutta, Occidental College

The British singer remained mysterious and kept his fans engaged while he hinted at his music video drop.…

May 24, 2020

Netflix’s ‘The Half of It’ Tells a Story About All Kinds of Love

Michelle Young, Simon Fraser University

The new coming-of-age drama explores what it means to love one another — and yourself…

May 24, 2020

Bret Easton Ellis Remains a Strong Example of a Brave Writer

Brian Anderson Gil, California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo

Twenty years after the film adaptation of his novel 'American Psycho,' the author maintains his status as someone with an honest artistic vision.…

May 24, 2020

’90 Day Fiancé’ Is Bringing More Attention to Age Gap Relationships

Asha MacKay, Wellesley College

With their 31 year age difference, Big Ed and Rose are provoking an age-old discussion about love.…

May 23, 2020

Urban Beekeeping Is the Hobby You Didn’t Know You Needed

Ian Nordin, University of Texas at San Antonio

Forget your knitting needles and your camera. This is a more rewarding hobby, both emotionally and financially, and especially for the environment.…

May 23, 2020

Mugs: How These Cups Took Over Everyone’s Shelves

Kate Carter, Middle Tennessee State University

Whether you've received them as gifts or picked them up as souvenirs, you have probably created a large collection of these household items without even realizing it.…

May 23, 2020

The author explores her own passions to become a writer with Lorrie Moore's "How To Become A Writer."

‘How To Become A Writer’ Highlights the Struggles of Young Writers

Rose Younglove, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor

The Lorrie Moore short story, told in second person, is a powerful statement about not giving up on your ambitions.…

May 22, 2020

‘My Dark Vanessa’ Explores the Psychological Dynamic of a Predatory Relationship

S. T. Perez, Texas A&M University, San Antonio

Set against the context of the #MeToo movement, the debut novel of Kate Elizabeth Russell probes into the interactions between a predatory man and his teenage student.…

May 22, 2020

In article about Autism Speaks, the rainbow infinity symbol, which stands for the diversity of the autism spectrum

Autism Speaks Does Not Speak for Autistic People

Lisa Lilianstrom, Northern Illinois University

The organization treats autistic people as 'problems' to be fixed instead of actually listening to their voices.…

May 22, 2020

In an article about road trips, an illustration by Elizabeth Wong of a screen with a canyon on it, with a camera and flashlight in front

How To Prepare for Your National Park Road Trip Adventure

Bradford Smith, Louisiana State University

What's more fun than hitting the road with your friends and getting in touch with nature? Just make sure to plan everything out, or your journey will quickly come to an end.…

May 21, 2020

In an article about gender, a photo a child looking out the back window of a bus

How To Answer Kids’ Questions About Gender

Asha MacKay, Wellesley College

Children are socialized with assumptions about gender. How should you respond to their unknowingly insensitive questions?…

May 21, 2020

Illustration by Elizabeth Wong of a penguin rereading a book indoors

Why Everyone Is Rereading Their Favorite Books in Quarantine

Karunya Bhramasandra, Stanford University

During stressful times like these, it's reassuring to return to old, beloved stories instead of forging into the new and unknown.…

May 21, 2020

‘Valentine’ Portrays the Horrors of a Male-Dominated Small Town

S. T. Perez, Texas A&M University, San Antonio

Against the backdrop of a small Texas town, Elizabeth Wetmore's novel is a gritty depiction of a violent, patriarchal society.…

May 21, 2020

Illustration of makeup for darker skin tones

Why Can’t the Makeup Industry Make Shades for Darker Skin Tones?

Kayla Johnson, Bradley University

Darker people of color have long been ignored by makeup companies. But if those brands can make brown eyeshadows, they can make brown foundations.…

May 20, 2020

TikTok’s Tabitha Brown Is the Mom Everyone Needs Right Now

Kate Carter, Middle Tennessee State University

This 41-year-old mother has become an online sensation after posting wholesome vegan recipes and encouraging messages for her 2.8 million followers.…

May 20, 2020

Illustration by Francesca Mahaney of a cottage in an article about cottagecore

Cottagecore Is Gen Z’s Way of Coping With a Hectic, Modern World

Kaelani Ramirez, Arizona State University

Instead of yearning for big city life, young people are finding an escape by imagining a more pastoral, idyllic lifestyle.…

May 20, 2020

‘The Great British Baking Show’ Has What American Baking Shows Need

Kali Johnson, Gustavus Adolphus College

Instead of harsh judges and fierce competition, this program offers friendly cooperation and the fun of working together.…

May 20, 2020

In an article about what to do after college, a picture of four people on laptops working around a desk

Tips on How To Plan Your Next Moves After College

Daniel Reed

You're finished with school. Now what?…

May 20, 2020

No other band is quite like the 1975. The band has managed to create a unique sound and era with every new album. Notes on a Conditional Form is no different as it causes anticipation in its fans.

The Constant Evolution of the 1975 Keeps Fans Intrigued

Nayeli G. Pena, Colorado College

The band has managed to create a unique sound and aesthetic with every new album, leaving many wondering what else they might have in store.…

May 19, 2020

‘Fire Force’ Features Complex Plot in Post-Apocalyptic World

Janella Tibbetts, Framingham State University

The anime will leave you with an endless amount of questions that you'll be begging to have answered.…

May 19, 2020

Banana Magazine, an Asian American magazine

Here Are 5 Asian American Magazines To Celebrate in May

Angel Lin, University of California, Santa Barbara

It's Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, so why not read about the importance of loving and accepting our identities?…

May 19, 2020

Duolingo Is a Waste of Your Time If You Want To Learn a Language

Sarah Stager, University of Pittsburgh

The app can help you memorize phrases, but you probably won't be able to carry a conversation with a native speaker.…

May 19, 2020

Emojis Are a Legitimate Part of Modern Day Language

Kaelani Ramirez, Arizona State University

The digital symbols have had a huge impact on the way we communicate, whether we like it or not.…

May 18, 2020

Screenshot from Percy Jackson film in an article about bad film adaptations

Why Are Book to Film Adaptations Always So Bad?

Karunya Bhramasandra, Stanford University

What is it exactly that gets lost in the void between the page and the screen — and why do fans of the book get so mad about it?…

May 18, 2020

Harvard’s ‘Roadmap to Pandemic Resilience’ Offers a Plan For ‘Reopening’

Sarah Stager, University of Pittsburgh

A return to normalcy in the face of quarantine and COVID-19 won't necessarily be quick, but careful planning and working together can expedite the process.…

May 18, 2020

The BTS Fan Base’s Love-Hate Relationship With Streaming Services

Janani Mangai Srinivasan, Wake Forest University

The K-pop group's loyal fan base, known as the BTS ARMY, has run into some pushback in their quest to pump up views on platforms like YouTube.…

May 18, 2020

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