Emilia Chavez, Rice University, Author at Study Breaks

In ‘Boys State,’ Texas Teens Learn the Difficulties of Governance

In this Apple TV+ documentary, viewers watch as students navigate mock elections — and discover some things about politics in the process.…

October 4, 2020

The Docudrama ‘Bad Education’ Tells a Story of School and Scandal

Emilia Chavez, Rice University

The film finds its school administrator protagonists making small moral compromises until it explodes in a big way.…

September 18, 2020

7 Quick and Easy Microwave Recipes for the Student New to Cooking

Emilia Chavez, Rice University

With more people opting for off-campus housing this semester, this list should help those who are making food on their own for the first time.…

September 9, 2020

‘Game Change’ Offers Insight Into the Upcoming Election

Emilia Chavez, Rice University

Although America is dealing with unprecedented times, the 2020 election still has echoes of the 2008 Obama/McCain race.…

September 2, 2020

‘Spinning Out’ Offers a Dramatic Look at Both Figure Skating and Mental Illness

Emilia Chavez, Rice University

This Netflix series captures the intersection of mental health and athletics.…

August 20, 2020

Hype-Worthy Summer Novel ‘The Vanishing Half’ Is a Poignant Examination of Colorism

Emilia Chavez, Rice University

In her new book, Brit Bennett dissects extremely relevant issues with memorable characters and excellent storytelling.…

August 13, 2020

The Depiction of Crisis in ‘Avenue 5’ Feels Remarkably Relevant

Emilia Chavez, Rice University

Armando Ianucci's new comedic sci-fi series, featuring Hugh Laurie, Zach Woods and Rebecca Front, seems eerily similar to the current political climate in the U.S.…

August 6, 2020

‘Kill Chain: The Cyber War on America’s Elections’ Communicates a Dire Warning for November

Emilia Chavez, Rice University

This new HBO documentary exposes the terrifying vulnerabilities in the American voting system that cannot be ignored in 2020.…

July 28, 2020

‘Women Rule’ Is the Feminist Podcast Everyone Should Listen To

Emilia Chavez, Rice University

Check out Politico's podcast to hear diverse and empowering messages from women in business and politics.…

July 18, 2020

The Satire of ‘BrainDead’ Still Resonates in Today’s Political Landscape

Emilia Chavez, Rice University

This overlooked comedy from 2016 seems to have predicted the political and public health disasters of 2020.…

July 16, 2020

In an article about memoirs, a copy of Hope Jahren's Lab Girl

An Actress, a Scientist and an Attorney Define Success in their Memoirs

Emilia Chavez, Rice University

Amy Poehler, Hope Jahren and James Comey reveal that although success seems bright and shiny from the outside, the journey there is often bumpy.…

July 7, 2020

In article about book West Wingers, a photo of the White House

Obama Staffers Will Renew Your Political Optimism in ‘West Wingers’

Emilia Chavez, Rice University

In light of the chaos coming out of Washington D.C. today, this book is the perfect read to cure your woes.…

June 30, 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

‘Star Trek: Picard’ Forgoes the Optimism of ‘The Next Generation’

Emilia Chavez, Rice University

The best Starfleet captain is back, but the franchise's futuristic techno-utopia is a little more complicated now.…

June 15, 2020

Emilia Chavez, Rice University

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Rice University
Social Policy Analysis major, Statistics minor

In ‘Boys State,’ Texas Teens Learn the Difficulties of Governance

The Docudrama ‘Bad Education’ Tells a Story of School and Scandal

7 Quick and Easy Microwave Recipes for the Student New to Cooking

‘Game Change’ Offers Insight Into the Upcoming Election

‘Spinning Out’ Offers a Dramatic Look at Both Figure Skating and Mental Illness

Hype-Worthy Summer Novel ‘The Vanishing Half’ Is a Poignant Examination of Colorism

The Depiction of Crisis in ‘Avenue 5’ Feels Remarkably Relevant

‘Kill Chain: The Cyber War on America’s Elections’ Communicates a Dire Warning for November

‘Women Rule’ Is the Feminist Podcast Everyone Should Listen To

The Satire of ‘BrainDead’ Still Resonates in Today’s Political Landscape

An Actress, a Scientist and an Attorney Define Success in their Memoirs

Obama Staffers Will Renew Your Political Optimism in ‘West Wingers’

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

‘Star Trek: Picard’ Forgoes the Optimism of ‘The Next Generation’

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Emilia Chavez, Rice University

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Rice University Social Policy Analysis major, Statistics minor

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Social Policy Analysis major, Statistics minor