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The Virtual World Isn’t Always Fun and Games for a Game Developer

Lisa Lilianstrom, Northern Illinois University

Video game creators have feelings too, and it's time for us to start treating them like the human beings they are.…

February 28, 2020

In an article about the show The Boondocks, an illustration of a raised fist and a hand doing a peace sign

‘The Boondocks’ Is Everything Right About Satire and What It Can Teach

Maui Smith, University of Pittsburgh

A lesson in politics and the diverse experience of the black American.…

February 28, 2020

TikTok’s Tony Lopez’s Response to Nude Leak Exposes a Double Standard

Asha MacKay, Wellesley College

He has received support from fellow TikTok creators for making light of the leak. Meanwhile, female celebs are on the defensive.…

February 28, 2020

roulette wheel in article about using mathematics to determine gambling odds

Increased Gamble Winnings With the Help of Mathematics

Daniel Reed

Hope you paid attention in class.…

February 28, 2020

brooms standing up in the broom challenge

The Broom Challenge That Swept the Internet

Vaishnavi Kalyana, College of DuPage

The viral meme had everyone reaching for their cleaning supplies, even though science didn't back up the internet's wild claims.…

February 27, 2020

Illustration of the brutalism architecture style

How Brutalism Came To Dominate Your College Campus

Ian Nordin, University of Texas at San Antonio

Learn about how this architecture style took over public institutions and universities.…

February 27, 2020

Two blue creatures reading on a picnic blanket in an article about writing

The Myth of Inspiration as the Source of Good Writing

Karunya Bhramasandra, Stanford University

Writing is — and should be — really hard and really frustrating. Otherwise, you’re not doing it right.…

February 27, 2020

What Is It About Mochi Squishies That Make Them so Relaxing?

Janani Mangai Srinivasan, Wake Forest University

Here's the truth behind this cute squeezable soft toy.…

February 27, 2020

Students in library in an article about getting a student loan

Take Out a Student Loan Quickly and Easily With These Top Tips

Daniel Reed

There's a few things you need to keep in mind when looking for student loans.…

February 27, 2020

The Rise of Meme Music: How It Became Generation Z’s Favorite Genre

Nayeli G. Pena, Colorado College

The self-awareness of a new generation is propelling this internet-age style of music into the mainstream.…

February 26, 2020

Bong Joon-ho’s Earlier Work ‘The Host’ Is a Must-Watch

Angel Lin, University of California, Santa Barbara

The director of 'Parasite' directed another tale of a family struggling to survive in a socially-stratified society — except this time, it was a monster movie.…

February 26, 2020

Loona and Red Velvet Are Shattering Stereotypes for K-pop Girl Groups

Kaelani Ramirez, Arizona State University

These two powerhouses have challenged what it means to be a girl group in South Korea.…

February 26, 2020

Noah Centineo (left) and Lara Condor (right) portrayed as Peter and Lara Jean

8 Romantic Comedies To Cap Off the Month of Love This February

Rose Younglove, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor

There is no better way to celebrate the feeling of love than binge-watching some movies to melt your heart.…

February 26, 2020

"The Picture of Dorian Gray," represented here, is a great example of queer literature.

5 Pieces of Queer Literature You Can Write an Essay On

Emerson Holmes, Lindenwood University

Diversity can be hard to find in the accepted literary canon, but literature is full of LGBTQ+ representation if you know where to look.…

February 25, 2020

A copy of the book Normal People by Sally Rooney

‘Normal People’ Addresses the Reality of Love in a Modern World

Katherine McLaughlin, The New School

Not every love story has a satisfying end.…

February 25, 2020

Illustration of supplements falling out of a bottle

Beware: Supplements and Detox Teas Might Be Hurting You

Mirella Gonzales, Texas Tech University

These products aren't as harmless as influencers make them seem.…

February 25, 2020

Abstract black-and-white depiction of "Parasite"

‘Parasite’ Sparks Critique on Rejection of Subtitled Foreign Films in U.S.

Michelle Young, Simon Fraser University

The Academy Award Winner for best picture has sparked debate regarding the use of subtitles in foreign films.…

February 25, 2020

A photo of gold piggy bank in an article about saving your money

The Basics of Financial Literacy: Saving and Investing

Daniel Reed

If you have the means, make sure you're not putting it off.…

February 25, 2020

10 Black YouTubers To Check Out for Black History Month

Alyssa Alexander, SUNY Buffalo State

You won't see too many black creators advertised on the video-sharing site, so here's something to help get you started.…

February 24, 2020

What’s the Problem With Starlink?

Ian Nordin, University of Texas at San Antonio

Elon Musk's project promises to revolutionize the internet, but it might cause a constellation of problems in outer space.…

February 24, 2020

‘Shrill’ Portrays Its Plus-Size Protagonist With Nuance

Lauren Buchko, Michigan State University

The show will have you simultaneously laughing and reaching for the tissues, all while inspiring a sense of confidence that few other shows deliver.…

February 24, 2020

Lupita Nyong'o from the movie Us, one of many overlooked films in 2019

Why Were There So Many Overlooked Performances This Oscar Season?

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

Even with a great year for film, many fan favorites didn't make the cut for the Academy Awards.…

February 24, 2020

The Wonderful World of Astrology

Daniel Reed

Expecting to make some big decisions? Having trouble communicating? Maybe the answers are in the stars.…

February 24, 2020

Illustration of Taylor Swift, the subject of the new documentary "Miss Americana"

What Netflix’s ‘Miss Americana’ Teaches Us About the Price of Celebrity

Kali Johnson, Gustavus Adolphus College

It’s easy to romanticize Taylor Swift's extremely successful life. What many of us fail to remember is that it can be hard to be famous.…

February 23, 2020

‘Parasite’ Is Winning Awards and Destroying Barriers

Nanda Illahi, Okayama University

As the first foreign film to win best picture, this South Korean movie is opening doors for the future of international cinema.…

February 23, 2020

Gwenyth Paltrow and her partner host on the show

Netflix’s ‘The Goop Lab’ Takes a Closer Look at the Female Orgasm

Asha MacKay, Wellesley College

Gwenyth Paltrow’s lifestyle enterprise Goop took us to the edge with their latest mini-series.…

February 23, 2020

The Origin and Spread of ‘UWU’ — The Word That Epitomizes Cuteness

Janani Mangai Srinivasan, Wake Forest University

The three letters — two u's that indicate closed eyes and a 'w' for a bashful smile — captures a warm and fuzzy facial expressions that's spread to all corners of the internet.…

February 22, 2020