Abigail Campos, University of Texas at San Antonio, Author at Study Breaks

Do Women in Fandoms Fetishize Men-Loving-Men Relationships?

Abigail Campos, University of Texas at San Antonio

People in fan communities often desire for certain characters, oftentimes the same gender, to become romantically involved. When does this go from progressive to problematic?…

October 11, 2020

CW’s ‘The 100’ Ruthlessly Sabotaged Its Final Season

Abigail Campos, University of Texas at San Antonio

Bellamy's death shocked fans. Was it a compelling twist, or did it jeopardize everything that the show was about?…

October 4, 2020

Showrunners Who Punished Characters Because of the Actors Who Played Them

Abigail Campos, University of Texas at San Antonio

Hollywood can be tricky, especially when people don’t get along behind the scenes. What happens when actors and their executive producers generate animosity? Sometimes, their characters pay the price.…

September 20, 2020

Does the ‘Folk of Air’ Series Indicate a New Direction for Young Adult Fiction?

Abigail Campos, University of Texas at San Antonio

The genre can be fickle with its trends. However, this series seems to have the hang of these new fads with its fresh take on old tropes.…

September 11, 2020

‘Crikey! It’s the Irwins’ Carries on the Animal-Loving Legacy of Steve Irwin

Abigail Campos, University of Texas at San Antonio

The legend of the Crocodile Hunter lives on through his wife and children as they strive to continue his work in animal conservation in their wholesome reality show.…

September 3, 2020

In Times of Crisis, Is Dystopian Media Dangerous or Inspirational?

Abigail Campos, University of Texas at San Antonio

From 'Hunger Games' to 'Maze Runner,' movies and books about fighting oppressive governments may play a part in spurring young people to action.…

August 26, 2020

10 ‘Glee’ Covers That Still Hold Up Today

Abigail Campos, University of Texas at San Antonio

The show supplied our generation with great and forgettable covers alike. Which ones stand the test of time?…

August 21, 2020

Bare-Bones Travel Often Reflects Privilege More Than Authenticity

Abigail Campos, University of Texas at San Antonio

Wanderlust can be romantic, but dropping everything to visit foreign countries doesn’t necessarily make you more authentic, and it's an opportunity that not everyone has.…

August 14, 2020

Nuanced Latinx Representation Is Sorely Lacking in Movies and TV

Abigail Campos, University of Texas at San Antonio

While showrunners and directors may applaud themselves for putting Latinx faces into their films and television shows, not all representation is created equal.…

August 7, 2020

9 Charity Apps That Could Help Save the World

Abigail Campos, University of Texas at San Antonio

Giving back can take place right from your phone.…

July 31, 2020

How ‘Twilight’ Has Affected the Real Quileute Tribe

Abigail Campos, University of Texas at San Antonio

Believe it or not, the tribe is not made up of werewolves, but is a real-life tribe of human beings.…

July 24, 2020

Why Jenna Marbles ‘Quit’ YouTube and What We Should Take From Her Decision

Abigail Campos, University of Texas at San Antonio

The vlogger recently announced her exit from the platform after some past problematic content resurfaced. Is she making up for the harm she did, or is it an overreaction?…

July 5, 2020

In an article about J.K. Rowling and her transphobia, a scene from Harry Potter, The Order of the Phoenix

Why the Magical World of ‘Harry Potter’ Now Belongs to the Fans, Not J.K. Rowling

Abigail Campos, University of Texas at San Antonio

Just because the author has revealed her transphobia doesn't mean fans have to completely abandon the the franchise. Instead, they can reclaim it.…

July 3, 2020

Some Movie Roles That Would Be Perfect for John Boyega After His Support of BLM

Abigail Campos, University of Texas at San Antonio

The 'Star Wars' actor expected backlash for his support of Black Lives Matter, but what he found was just the opposite. Here are some parts that would suit him in the future.…

June 23, 2020

‘Lore Olympus’ Reimagines Greek Mythology With an Epic Modern Twist

Abigail Campos, University of Texas at San Antonio

This wildly popular, binge-worthy web comic takes the myth of Hades and Persephone and sticks it into today's world.…

June 16, 2020

Abigail Campos, University of Texas at San Antonio

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University of Texas at San Antonio
English, Concentration in Professional Writing

Do Women in Fandoms Fetishize Men-Loving-Men Relationships?

CW’s ‘The 100’ Ruthlessly Sabotaged Its Final Season

Showrunners Who Punished Characters Because of the Actors Who Played Them

Does the ‘Folk of Air’ Series Indicate a New Direction for Young Adult Fiction?

‘Crikey! It’s the Irwins’ Carries on the Animal-Loving Legacy of Steve Irwin

In Times of Crisis, Is Dystopian Media Dangerous or Inspirational?

10 ‘Glee’ Covers That Still Hold Up Today

Bare-Bones Travel Often Reflects Privilege More Than Authenticity

Nuanced Latinx Representation Is Sorely Lacking in Movies and TV

9 Charity Apps That Could Help Save the World

How ‘Twilight’ Has Affected the Real Quileute Tribe

Why Jenna Marbles ‘Quit’ YouTube and What We Should Take From Her Decision

Why the Magical World of ‘Harry Potter’ Now Belongs to the Fans, Not J.K. Rowling

Some Movie Roles That Would Be Perfect for John Boyega After His Support of BLM

‘Lore Olympus’ Reimagines Greek Mythology With an Epic Modern Twist

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University of Texas at San Antonio English, Concentration in Professional Writing

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English, Concentration in Professional Writing