Elizabeth Dewit, University of Pittsburgh, Author at Study Breaks

Screenshot from My Life is Boring video from Lael

Lael’s ‘My Life is Boring’ Fails To Impress After Its Internet Drama

Elizabeth Dewit, University of Pittsburgh

After weeks of guilt trips and manipulation, fans have decided the artist's new single isn’t worth all the trouble it caused online.…

October 1, 2021

Soulja Boy’s ‘Rick and Morty’ Takes TikTok by Storm

Elizabeth Dewit, University of Pittsburgh

It started as a freestyle on his livestream — now, TikTokers are rapping the song about the Adult Swim cartoon in front of historical sites.…

September 23, 2021

Nicole Kidman in the Hulu miniseries Nine Perfect Strangers

‘Nine Perfect Strangers’ Is a Beautifully Disturbing Dive Into the Human Psyche

Elizabeth Dewit, University of Pittsburgh

When a group of troubled individuals goes to a wellness retreat in search of healing, they have no idea what's waiting for them.…

September 14, 2021

Scene from The Office for an article about the show's potential reboot.

NBC Executives Are ‘Standing By’ for a Potential Reboot of ‘The Office’

Elizabeth Dewit, University of Pittsburgh

Fans of the iconic workplace comedy have long been demanding a continuation of the show, but could it really be possible?…

September 5, 2021

Still from Brooklyn Nine-Nine Season 8, Episode 1. (Image via Instagram/@nbcbrooklyn99)

‘Brooklyn Nine-Nine’ Season 8 Premiere Tackles Police Brutality and Systemic Corruption

Elizabeth Dewit, University of Pittsburgh

The newest episode of this fan-favorite cop comedy show attempts to discuss some serious topics, but the results are far from perfect.…

August 29, 2021

Prince's first posthumous album Welcome 2 America released.

‘Welcome 2 America’ Is a Fascinating Glimpse Into Prince’s Vault of Unreleased Music

Elizabeth Dewit, University of Pittsburgh

Although we mourn the infamous singer's death, we don’t have to mourn the end of his singing and songwriting career.…

August 21, 2021

Pete Davidson Is Prepping for His Upcoming Biopic Role as Joey Ramone

Elizabeth Dewit, University of Pittsburgh

'The King of Staten Island' star is excited to take on his challenging new role as the king of punk.…

August 16, 2021

TikTok and the psychological effects on its users

Here’s What Psychologists Have to Say About TikTok

Elizabeth Dewit, University of Pittsburgh

The popular app is fun and addictive, but it may also have some negatives effects on users, especially young people.…

August 8, 2021

Dan Harmon Says ‘A Thing Is Happening’ With a ‘Community’ Movie

Elizabeth Dewit, University of Pittsburgh

'Six seasons and a movie' has long been the sitcom's unofficial mantra, and this week the creator gave fans hope that it might come true.…

July 31, 2021

The Devil Wears Prada. (Illustration by Ro Odendahl, Montserrat College of Art)

‘The Devil Wears Prada’ Isn’t as Empowering as We Remember It Being

Elizabeth Dewit, University of Pittsburgh

The fan-favorite was once praised for how it treated its female characters, but 15 years later, audiences now react a little differently to what the film was trying to say.…

July 25, 2021

Tensions between the YouTubers may cause the downfall of Frenemies.

Is ‘Frenemies’ Gone for Good?

Elizabeth Dewit, University of Pittsburgh

The podcast gained popularity because of the friendly conflicts between the hosts, but too much of a good thing may cause the show's downfall.…

July 18, 2021

Rock Music Isn’t Dead — It Just Sounds Different

Elizabeth Dewit, University of Pittsburgh

Although some people are claiming that the genre has reached its end, several others counter that it's simply changing.…

July 12, 2021

An article about Y2K fashion returning potentially being harmful.

The Return of Y2K Fashion Doesn’t Mean the Departure of Body Positivity

Elizabeth Dewit, University of Pittsburgh

As popular trends from the late '90s and early 2000s resurface, many rejoice over the nostalgia of the fun clothing styles. But some are concerned about the toxic beauty standards that came with them.…

July 4, 2021

an illustration that represents synesthesia

Learning About Synesthesia: How To Teach Your Brain To See Music

Elizabeth Dewit, University of Pittsburgh

The unique experiences of this condition have been studied by experts only recently, but research suggests that there's more to the senses than scientists originally thought.…

June 29, 2021

So You Got the COVID-19 Vaccine — Now What?

Elizabeth Dewit, University of Pittsburgh

With the case count going down and the vaccine distribution well underway, people still have questions regarding its safety and efficacy, as well as how current policies will change.…

June 22, 2021

ready to glare in an article about smaller YouTube creators

9 Small YouTube Creators You Might Like Based on Your Favorite Channels

Elizabeth Dewit, University of Pittsburgh

The popular streaming platform offers an endless supply of content. Big creators dominate the conversation, but some underground channels set themselves apart from the rest.…

June 13, 2021

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Lael’s ‘My Life is Boring’ Fails To Impress After Its Internet Drama

Soulja Boy’s ‘Rick and Morty’ Takes TikTok by Storm

‘Nine Perfect Strangers’ Is a Beautifully Disturbing Dive Into the Human Psyche

NBC Executives Are ‘Standing By’ for a Potential Reboot of ‘The Office’

‘Brooklyn Nine-Nine’ Season 8 Premiere Tackles Police Brutality and Systemic Corruption

‘Welcome 2 America’ Is a Fascinating Glimpse Into Prince’s Vault of Unreleased Music

Pete Davidson Is Prepping for His Upcoming Biopic Role as Joey Ramone

Dan Harmon Says ‘A Thing Is Happening’ With a ‘Community’ Movie

‘The Devil Wears Prada’ Isn’t as Empowering as We Remember It Being

Is ‘Frenemies’ Gone for Good?

Rock Music Isn’t Dead — It Just Sounds Different

The Return of Y2K Fashion Doesn’t Mean the Departure of Body Positivity

Learning About Synesthesia: How To Teach Your Brain To See Music

9 Small YouTube Creators You Might Like Based on Your Favorite Channels

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University of Pittsburgh English, French

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English, French