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Karla D. Galvan, The University of Texas at San Antonio

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Karla Galvan

The University of Texas at San Antonio
Communication, Minor in Marketing

"I am a college student majoring in Communication with a passion for writing and an interest in anything pop culture, especially music and film!"

The Price of Information: The Dual Faces of Paywalls in Online Journalism

Karla D. Galvan, The University of Texas at San Antonio

In an era where information is both abundant and questioned, the emergence of paywalls for online news has sparked a debate about the future of journalism.…

January 22, 2024

The Evolving Role of Celebrities In American Politics

Karla D. Galvan, The University of Texas at San Antonio

From success stories to failures, celebrities have left their mark in the world of politics.…

January 16, 2024

A Decade in Cinema: Revisiting Movies That Turn 10 in 2024

Karla D. Galvan, The University of Texas at San Antonio

The year 2014 saw the release of films that will go down in cinematic history.…

January 10, 2024

TikTok’s Domestic Dream: Stay-at-Home Moms

Karla D. Galvan, The University of Texas at San Antonio

TikTok stay-at-home moms construct a narrative of domestic bliss, perfect parenting, and enviable lifestyles that shapes perceptions of modern motherhood.…

January 6, 2024

How Do Different Cultures Welcome The New Year?

Karla D. Galvan, The University of Texas at San Antonio

Here are some of the most unique and interesting New Year's rituals from all over the world.…

December 26, 2023

Untold Stories: Women Deserving of Biopics

Karla D. Galvan, The University of Texas at San Antonio

Each woman's journey is a chapter in HerStory, waiting to be celebrated and immortalized through biopics.…

December 19, 2023

The Best Hidden Gems Christmas Albums

Karla D. Galvan, The University of Texas at San Antonio

These albums don’t always get the attention they deserve, but they hold the same magic that can make your holiday season special.…

December 5, 2023

7 Up and Coming Video Essay Creators To Check Out

Karla D. Galvan, The University of Texas at San Antonio

From True Crime to Film History, learn from some of YouTube’s brightest minds.…

November 29, 2023

For an article on the obsessed artist trope in film, a figure sits criss crossed while writing in a journal in blue wash.

Exploring the “Obsessed Artist” Trope in Film

Karla D. Galvan, The University of Texas at San Antonio

We all have something that we might go to extremes and obsessive lengths to achieve.…

November 23, 2023

For an article on the tourism problems in Riviera Maya, charcoal-like illustration of a white figure standing on a skull shaped platform stares up at a cenote with their hands up.

The Negative Impact of Riviera Maya’s Tourism Boom

Karla D. Galvan, The University of Texas at San Antonio

The beauty of Mexico and its Riviera Maya should not come at the expense of the people and ecosystems that make the country unique.…

November 15, 2023

For an article about celebrities in politics, a woman with black hair stands tall above a pink mountain shaped like a face. Behind her is the "Hollywood" sign and a graph going up and down.

Celebrity Politics: A Double-Edged Sword

Karla D. Galvan, The University of Texas at San Antonio

From speeches at award shows to the extensive use of social media platforms, celebrities are more vocal about political issues than ever before.…

November 2, 2023

For an article about Dia de los Muertos, a person stands with a pink cloth over their head with an orange monarch butterfly over their head. A collage of leaves, flowers, and butterflies lay by their head.

Bridging Worlds: The Significance of Día de los Muertos Altars

Karla D. Galvan, The University of Texas at San Antonio

Día de los Muertos is a time to celebrate life, pay tribute to the past, and remember our loved ones.…

November 1, 2023

In an article about Emily Henry's success, a pink and red illustration of a book shelf and two girls reading a book. The words "Emily Henry" in the upper lefthand corner and "Literary Star" in the bottom right hand.

Decoding What Made Emily Henry a Literary Star

Karla D. Galvan, The University of Texas at San Antonio

An exploration of what makes Emily Henry’s books appealing.…

October 24, 2023