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Bad Bunny performing on "The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon."

Bad Bunny Stands for Trans Rights on ‘The Tonight Show’

In response to the brutal slaying of a trans woman named Alexa, the singer used his Jimmy Fallon performance to stand in solidarity.…

March 13, 2020

Person using premium services of Netflix

Premium Streaming: Is the Price for Subscribing Worth It?

Mirella Gonzales, Texas Tech University

Should you spend the money on a long-term subscription or stick to those free trials?…

March 13, 2020

Natural Landscaping: Why College Campuses Should Embrace It

Ian Nordin, University of Texas at San Antonio

The ornamental gardens of many college campuses provide no ecological help, but implementing native plants would add beauty and aid the environment.…

March 13, 2020

Jason Bateman and Laura Linney in Netflix show Ozark

‘Ozark’ Promises More Twists in Its Third Season

Charles Hough

The third season of the critically-acclaimed crime drama is coming back to Netflix on March 27.…

March 13, 2020

Illustration of cell phone map with affinity spaces for multiracial students

Navigating Affinity Spaces as a Multiracial College Student

Asha MacKay, Wellesley College

Many college students find comfort in racial affinity spaces. Multiracial students harbor an internalized barrier for entry.…

March 12, 2020

It’s Time for Schools to Say Goodbye to Standardized Tests Like the Act

Lisa Lilianstrom, Northern Illinois University

Standardized tests don't reflect a student's true abilities, and colleges need to start looking at the classwork that really matters.…

March 12, 2020

Illustration of dorm room, person moving out into their own space

The Do’s and Don’ts of Preparing to Live on Your Own

Janella Tibbetts, Framingham State University

This first step of adulthood can be hard to navigate at first. Luckily, there are a few rules to follow that can make moving out less stressful.…

March 12, 2020

Why ‘Sailor Moon’ Remains One of the Most Influential Anime of All Time

Kaelani Ramirez, Arizona State University

Making their first appearance on American television 25 years ago, the Sailor Scouts have conquered villains, boy troubles and the anime throne.…

March 12, 2020

Top All-Time NFL Players

Daniel Reed

Who's on your list?…

March 12, 2020

Grimes for a video for the song from her album Miss Anthropocene

‘Miss Anthropocene’ Lyrics Are Ambiguous, but the Music Is Solid

Michelle Young, Simon Fraser University

In spite of an overly-loose concept, the album immerses listeners into a world of aggressive electronic beats and ethereal vocals. …

March 11, 2020

Illustration of woman using Overtone conditioner

I Tried oVertone, the Trendy Color Conditioner, so You Don’t Have To

Kristin Auld, St John’s University

Is it the way for easy, at-home hair coloring, or will you just end up disappointed?…

March 11, 2020

How Doja Cat Went From Viral Internet Meme to Viral Pop Goddess

Victoria Acosta, Southern Adventist University

Back in 2018, the singer-rapper asked you, 'Got milk, b--ch? Got beef?' Now, the ‘70s disco queen wants to know, 'Why don’t you say so?'…

March 11, 2020

‘It’s Friday’ Girl, Rebecca Black, Is More Than Just Her Teenage Failure

Desiree Jaime, Hofstra University

Many of us remember the viral sensation. What most don't know are the consequences of this teenager's overnight infamy.…

March 11, 2020

dorm room in article about securing your possessions and renters insurance

How To Protect Your Possessions When You’re At College

Daniel Reed

Are you planning on going to college this year? You'll need to invest in renters insurance to keep your items safe. Find out more top tips here.…

March 11, 2020

Photo of a Roberto Bolano book along with magazine articles about the author

The Novels of Roberto Bolaño Can’t Be Restrained by Borders

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

The storied and often dangerous life of the Latin American author helped create stories that spoke to isolation and dislocation.…

March 10, 2020

Is Pop Music Tackling Mental Health, or Just Fetishizing Depression?

Rose Younglove, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor

They say it's not good to keep it bottled up, but is letting it out doing more harm than good?…

March 10, 2020

An illustration of a pianist practicing his instrument

How Psychology Can Help You Learn an Instrument

Bradford Smith, Louisiana State University

If you approach music like a science, it will be much easier to improve your musical abilities.…

March 10, 2020

A woman whose face is made of plants, aka Plant Lady

You’ve Heard of the Cat Lady, but What About the Plant Lady?

Kate Carter, Middle Tennessee State University

This new label has emerged from Instagram feeds and blogs, providing yet another impossible ideal for women to attain.…

March 10, 2020

An illustration of a cyclist on the century ride

The Century Ride: Is 100 Miles on a Bicycle Worth It?

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

It can be painful, but it's also incredibly fulfilling.…

March 9, 2020

two Bristol pound notes, an example of complementary currency

Complementary Currency Could Help Mitigate Inequality

Sarah Stager, University of Pittsburgh

Local, alternate forms of cash can help bring communities together in the face of economic disparity.…

March 9, 2020

Pole Dancing Is a Fun Way To Get Fit

Mirella Gonzales, Texas Tech University

It's moved beyond the clubs and into dance and exercise studios.…

March 9, 2020

‘Let’s Talk About Love’ Explores Intersection of Blackness and Asexuality

Angel Lin, University of California, Santa Barbara

We stan the biromantic, asexual woman of color protagonist in Claire Kann's new novel.…

March 9, 2020

Guide: How to Become a Writer and Where to Start

Daniel Reed

We all have to begin somewhere.…

March 9, 2020

Do you like what you see when you look in the mirror?

Facetune Is Becoming Normalized, and That’s a Problem

Nayeli G. Pena, Colorado College

The photo editing app can touch up appearances on Instagram and Snapchat, but is it negatively affecting young people's self-worth?…

March 8, 2020

Kayla Cromer Breaks Down Barriers for Neurodiverse Representation on TV

Lisa Lilianstrom, Northern Illinois University

As both the star of 'Everything's Gonna Be Okay' and an actress on the spectrum, she's eliminating harmful stereotypes of autism that other shows often perpetuate.…

March 8, 2020

Juice Wrld in an article about black mental health

We Need To Talk About Black Mental Health

Alyssa Alexander, SUNY Buffalo State

While many communities are celebrating mental health awareness, it still faces a large stigma in the black community thanks to centuries of racism.…

March 8, 2020

Photo of dollar bills in article about money

Myths About Making Money That Are Keeping You Back

Daniel Reed

Some of them might surprise you.…

March 8, 2020

Cancel Culture Is a Myth and No One Is Here For It

Maui Smith, University of Pittsburgh

Accountability isn’t a witch hunt.…

March 7, 2020

Is Loneliness on the Rise on College Campuses?

Kayla Placide, University at Buffalo

The stress of college is leaving many students feeling isolated. Here's what you can do to combat those feelings.…

March 7, 2020

‘Emma.’ Is a Refreshing, Comedic Take on the Jane Austen Novel

Nina Dutta, Occidental College

Autumn De Wilde’s film may not be entirely true to the book, but it still captures the essence of the author's work.…

March 7, 2020

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