Amy Harris, Utah State University, Author at Study Breaks

In an article about slipstream, bookshelf full of books

Slipstream Is the Literary Style That Blends Genres

Amy Harris, Utah State University

Writers have been bending expectations for years, but only recently has their creativity been given a new category.…

October 4, 2021

Artificial Flowers Have a Long History That Continues To Blossom

Amy Harris, Utah State University

Their blooming story stretches back thousands of years.…

September 23, 2021

Illustration by Julie Chow of MOBA, or Museum of Bad Art

MOBA: The Fascinating Exhibits of The Museum of Bad Art

Amy Harris, Utah State University

The niche gem displays fantastically horrible art for all to appreciate.…

September 17, 2021

there are lots of options for coloring conditioners

Semi-Permanent Coloring Conditioners Offer Adventure for Those Social Distancing

Amy Harris, Utah State University

Many people tried new things during the pandemic — one, in particular, was dying one's hair a fun, new color.…

September 9, 2021

The Ig Nobel Prize Makes People Both Laugh and Think

Amy Harris, Utah State University

The awards, a parody of the Nobel Prize, lampoon the inane, but will oftentimes find little moments of genius as well.…

August 30, 2021

The Surprisingly Complex Virtual Economies of Browser-Based Pet Sims

Amy Harris, Utah State University

Online animal avatar games may have been meant for children, but their in-game currencies and markets have a lot going on.…

August 20, 2021

Stalking is one of the first steps of domestic violence

Stalking on College Campuses, and What To Do If You Become a Victim

Amy Harris, Utah State University

It is unfortunately all too common on school grounds. Here are some things to know if you find yourself being stalked.…

August 15, 2021

Pinocchio in Disney's Animated Adaptation

The Story of Pinocchio Still Resonates, Even Nearly 140 Years Later

Amy Harris, Utah State University

The tale has persisted for more than a century, with two new adaptations coming in the near future.…

August 7, 2021

The Omnipresence of Technology Has Made Wrist Care Even More Important

Amy Harris, Utah State University

Pain in this important joint often goes unnoticed unless it is explicitly damaged. Computers, smartphones and tablets, in many ways, have exacerbated its prevalence.…

August 1, 2021

In an article about spiders, and illustration of a cute jumping spider sitting on a flower

The Important Truth About How Spiders Save the World

Amy Harris, Utah State University

They're incredibly valuable to the environment, and their anatomy is often studied by scientists. They're also very creepy. Here are a few facts about these creatures that can make them a little less intimidating.…

July 24, 2021

anime shows in an article about translation

Translation but Not Localization? The Debate Rages On for Anime

Amy Harris, Utah State University

Japanese animation typically has to be translated to English, but should it be a one-to-one translation? Or should translators change things to make references and jokes more understandable for Western audiences?…

July 18, 2021

In an article about reptiles, a domestic reptile

Reptiles: How To Keep and Rehome Cold-Blooded Buddies

Amy Harris, Utah State University

Pets are a crucial part of American life. More often than not, animals have been wonderful company for young adults, and this includes college students who can't always bring their best friends to school with…

July 11, 2021

Online dating has gained significant prevalence since the COVID-19 pandemic

Online Dating Is Here To Stay Thanks to the COVID-19 Pandemic

Amy Harris, Utah State University

Due to the fears surrounding the pandemic, a lot of people resorted to staying inside. Now, even though the danger of infection is dissipating, the increased use of apps like Tinder is here to stay.…

July 5, 2021

Schlock Mercenary celebrates twenty years of sci-fi comedy and fun

‘Schlock Mercenary’ Is Both a Fun Space Opera and an Example of Artistic Growth

Amy Harris, Utah State University

It can be intimidating putting art into the world but Howard Tayler, the creator of this strip, is living proof that you don't need to be extremely well-versed in the arts to make something that…

June 25, 2021

‘Old Yeller’ Makes Us Ask, Why Are There so Many Dead Dogs in Children’s Literature?

Amy Harris, Utah State University

The book is a classic piece of literary history, but perhaps it is best known for killing off its titular canine.…

June 21, 2021

food insecurity impacting students all over america

Food Insecurity Is Still an Issue for College Students, and COVID Didn’t Help

Amy Harris, Utah State University

Young people attending school already struggle to pay for sustenance, but the pandemic only made things worse. Fortunately, there are ways to combat student hunger.…

June 11, 2021

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Slipstream Is the Literary Style That Blends Genres

Artificial Flowers Have a Long History That Continues To Blossom

MOBA: The Fascinating Exhibits of The Museum of Bad Art

Semi-Permanent Coloring Conditioners Offer Adventure for Those Social Distancing

The Ig Nobel Prize Makes People Both Laugh and Think

The Surprisingly Complex Virtual Economies of Browser-Based Pet Sims

Stalking on College Campuses, and What To Do If You Become a Victim

The Story of Pinocchio Still Resonates, Even Nearly 140 Years Later

The Omnipresence of Technology Has Made Wrist Care Even More Important

The Important Truth About How Spiders Save the World

Translation but Not Localization? The Debate Rages On for Anime

Reptiles: How To Keep and Rehome Cold-Blooded Buddies

Online Dating Is Here To Stay Thanks to the COVID-19 Pandemic

‘Schlock Mercenary’ Is Both a Fun Space Opera and an Example of Artistic Growth

‘Old Yeller’ Makes Us Ask, Why Are There so Many Dead Dogs in Children’s Literature?

Food Insecurity Is Still an Issue for College Students, and COVID Didn’t Help

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