Chloe Hamer, Pitzer College, Author at Study Breaks

Professional sports teams strike against their leagues to protest ongoing racial injustice and police brutality in America

Pro Sports Teams Are Using Strikes To Protest Racial Injustice and Police Brutality

Athletes continue to promote social change, seen especially with the NBA's Milwaukee Bucks.…

September 7, 2020

An illustration of a football player in front of a backdrop of Apple laptops representing all sports teams

Stay Engaged in Sports, Even When You Can’t Compete in Person

Your season may have been canceled, but that doesn't need to stop you from making strides in both your physical and mental game.…

September 2, 2020

Image of Amy Schumer in article about celebrities who should run for president

4 Politically-Minded Celebrities That Should Run for President

Chloe Hamer, Pitzer College

These influential and socially aware individuals are more than capable of running the Oval Office.…

August 26, 2020

There’s a New NWSL Soccer Team, and It’s Already Making History

Chloe Hamer, Pitzer College

Angel City is the first National Women’s Soccer League team to be owned by a majority of women.…

August 15, 2020

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Listen To Michelle Obama Speak Candidly in the ‘Michelle Obama Podcast’

Chloe Hamer, Pitzer College

In her new podcast, the former first lady is speaking with her friends and family on a wide range of interesting and empowering topics.…

August 8, 2020

Simone Biles’ Photo Shoot Sparks Criticism Over Vogue’s Lack of Diversity

Chloe Hamer, Pitzer College

The Olympic gymnast’s recent controversial Vogue cover story has revealed that the magazine has a long way to go to empower Black voices and creators.…

August 5, 2020

Critical fabulation can aid in BLM activism

Saidiya Hartman’s Critical Fabulation Can Help Inspire Today’s Activists

Chloe Hamer, Pitzer College

The concept provides an artistic and powerful way to engage in social change by coaxing our imagination to connect us to the voices of the past.…

July 28, 2020

In article about Roland Barthes, miscellaneous music equipment

Roland Barthes Gives the Reasoning Behind Our Personal Media Tastes

Chloe Hamer, Pitzer College

The philosopher's theories of the 'studium' and the 'punctum' explains why we prefer certain creative works over others.…

July 21, 2020

Netflix’s ‘Have a Good Trip’ Takes an Unbiased Look Into Drug Use

Chloe Hamer, Pitzer College

The new Netflix documentary entertains and informs those wanting to learn more about psychedelics — from a distance.…

July 11, 2020

Caricatures dancing sober on a dance floor

You Can Still Dance Sober Without Having To Rely on Alcohol

Chloe Hamer, Pitzer College

Not using liquid courage as a crutch while you bust some moves will only improve upon your self-confidence in other areas of your life.…

July 6, 2020

The ‘Laughter Permitted’ Podcast Reveals Experiences of Beloved Athletes

Chloe Hamer, Pitzer College

Former women's soccer player Julie Foudy's platform bridges the gap between the personal lives of pioneering female athletes with politics and race.…

June 27, 2020

Division III May Offer More Academic Experiences Than Division I Athletics

Chloe Hamer, Pitzer College

Athletes have heard the phrase 'DI bound,' but is there a better alternative for students wanting to focus on both athletics and academics?…

June 21, 2020

What Your Pandemic Face Mask Says About You

Chloe Hamer, Pitzer College

Covering your mouth doesn't have to mean suppressing your freedom of speech. What you wear has the ability to speak louder than your words ever could.…

June 13, 2020

Chloe Hamer, Pitzer College

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Pitzer College
English major, Philosophy minor

Pro Sports Teams Are Using Strikes To Protest Racial Injustice and Police Brutality

Stay Engaged in Sports, Even When You Can’t Compete in Person

4 Politically-Minded Celebrities That Should Run for President

There’s a New NWSL Soccer Team, and It’s Already Making History

Listen To Michelle Obama Speak Candidly in the ‘Michelle Obama Podcast’

Simone Biles’ Photo Shoot Sparks Criticism Over Vogue’s Lack of Diversity

Netflix’s ‘Have a Good Trip’ Takes an Unbiased Look Into Drug Use

You Can Still Dance Sober Without Having To Rely on Alcohol

The ‘Laughter Permitted’ Podcast Reveals Experiences of Beloved Athletes

Division III May Offer More Academic Experiences Than Division I Athletics

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Pitzer College English major, Philosophy minor

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English major, Philosophy minor