Joiya Reid, Georgia Southern University, Author at Study Breaks

Virgins on the Beach

Spring break is known for parties and booze, but when drinking isn’t an option, this easy recipe for virgin margaritas may be just what you need.…

February 22, 2018

Is Freeform’s ‘Grown-ish’ the Modern-Day Breakfast Club?

Joiya Reid, Georgia Southern University

From a basketcase, a princess, a criminal, a brain to an athlete, will the characters of Freeform’s 'Grown-ish' be able to compete with Hughes’ original cast, or will they fall short?…

January 27, 2018

‘The Biology Man’ Julien Turner Just Became Elmo’s New Friend

Joiya Reid, Georgia Southern University

Julien Turner of Morehouse College is using his passion for films and film making to fight back racial stereotypes and educate the community on social issues.…

January 11, 2018

The Blind Determination of Belizean Rowan Garel

Joiya Reid, Georgia Southern University

To save a vital nonprofit, Garel began a fundraising effort predicated on doing things that no blind person had ever done before.…

January 1, 2018

Kim Jong-hyun’s Death Proves Mental Health Is a Community Problem

Joiya Reid, Georgia Southern University

The death of SHINee's lead singer, Kim Jong-hyun, reveals where society can improve in terms of addressing depression and mental illness.…

December 23, 2017

Wish.com Ensures That One Size Does Not Fit All

Joiya Reid, Georgia Southern University

The site is under fire after publishing an ad for plus size tights.…

December 16, 2017

Senior Communications Major Karen Vargas Petitioned for Culture and Diversity

Joiya Reid, Georgia Southern University

Karen Vargas, senior at Fresno Pacific University, found herself fighting not only for her Hispanic roots but also for other minorities without an agency.…

December 15, 2017