Lauren Grimaldi, Roosevelt University, Author at Study Breaks

The Problem with the Derrick Rose Case

After being accused of sexual assault, NBA superstar Derrick Rose is still expected to keep his job, his money and his fans.…

September 26, 2016

What’s Really Happening in Chicago

Lauren Grimaldi, Roosevelt University

The Chicago government’s misuse of funding has directly led to poorer communities and an increase in violence.…

September 19, 2016

Why You Should Be Watching NBC’s ‘Superstore’

Lauren Grimaldi, Roosevelt University

NBC’s newest sitcom dives into the absurdity of big-box retail.…

September 12, 2016

Thanks Obama. No, Seriously

Lauren Grimaldi, Roosevelt University

As a new political era begins, it’s time to give thanks to our current Commander.…

September 7, 2016

Is the Answer to Justice Changing?

Lauren Grimaldi, Roosevelt University

The Department of Justice announced it will no longer use private prisons, but what does that mean for our nation’s incarcerated?…

August 29, 2016

The Aftermath of the Turkish Coup

Lauren Grimaldi, Roosevelt University

What you should know and why you should care.…

August 22, 2016

Sanders’ success did wonders for the popularity of progressive politics. Here’s how to continue what he started.

The Spirit of Bernie Sanders is Alive and Well

Lauren Grimaldi, Roosevelt University

Sanders’ success did wonders for the popularity of progressive politics. Here’s how to continue what he started.…

August 17, 2016

Why a Vote for Jill Stein Is a Vote for Donald Trump

Lauren Grimaldi, Roosevelt University

Sanders fans, ask yourself: What would Bernie really want?…

August 9, 2016

Why You Shouldn’t Waste Your Money on Harvard

Lauren Grimaldi, Roosevelt University

More and more, where you go to college doesn’t matter.…

August 1, 2016

Why Unpaid Internships Marginalize Working Class Students

Lauren Grimaldi, Roosevelt University

Choosing between your future and your present is hardly a choice college students should have to make.…

July 26, 2016

The Bleak Future of Political Journalism

Lauren Grimaldi, Roosevelt University

Both Trump and Clinton have treated the media dismissively, following in Obama’s anti-press footsteps.…

July 19, 2016

The Only Prescription Is More Jon Stewart

Lauren Grimaldi, Roosevelt University

In an increasingly volatile political climate, viewers are realizing that while his jokes eased the pain, it was Stewart's sincerity that the country needed.…

July 11, 2016

Situating ‘Bob’s Burgers’ Amongst the Pantheon of Animated Family Greats

Lauren Grimaldi, Roosevelt University

By paralleling from 'The Simpsons' and avoiding the snares of 'Family Guy,' the show has become one of the best on television.…

July 6, 2016

The Athlete’s Immunity to Justice

Lauren Grimaldi, Roosevelt University

Emboldened by a history of lax discipline, athletes often think they live in a world free of consequences.…

June 27, 2016

Why #BernieOrBust Needs to Stop

Lauren Grimaldi, Roosevelt University

The scorched-earth policy is not only anti-democratic, it could lead to a far worse outcome (i.e. a Trump presidency).…

June 21, 2016

First Hilary, Then You: Encouraging Political Participation in College Women

First Hillary, Then You: Encouraging Political Participation in College Women

Lauren Grimaldi, Roosevelt University

Surrounded by idealistic peers with complete freedom of choice, college is the best time to experiment with political engagement.…

June 13, 2016

Comedian or Comedienne? The Unfunny Misogyny of Comedy

Lauren Grimaldi, Roosevelt University

The three most underrated women in comedy fight for relevance, while Adam Sandler continues to make movies.…

June 6, 2016

Think Again: How Your Parents Should (And Shouldn’t) Affect Your Political Identity

Lauren Grimaldi, Roosevelt University

It’s important to avoid blindly rejecting or accepting your family’s political stance. Your country depends on it.…

May 30, 2016

Students Voting for Hillary: There’s at Least One of Us

Lauren Grimaldi, Roosevelt University

Why despite the ubiquity of millennial support for Bernie Sanders, I stand with Hillary Clinton.…

April 26, 2016

Lauren Grimaldi, Roosevelt University

Major

Political Science

Social Media

The Problem with the Derrick Rose Case

What’s Really Happening in Chicago

Why You Should Be Watching NBC’s ‘Superstore’

Thanks Obama. No, Seriously

Is the Answer to Justice Changing?

The Aftermath of the Turkish Coup

The Spirit of Bernie Sanders is Alive and Well

Why a Vote for Jill Stein Is a Vote for Donald Trump

Why You Shouldn’t Waste Your Money on Harvard

Why Unpaid Internships Marginalize Working Class Students

The Bleak Future of Political Journalism

The Only Prescription Is More Jon Stewart

Situating ‘Bob’s Burgers’ Amongst the Pantheon of Animated Family Greats

The Athlete’s Immunity to Justice

Why #BernieOrBust Needs to Stop

First Hillary, Then You: Encouraging Political Participation in College Women

Comedian or Comedienne? The Unfunny Misogyny of Comedy

Think Again: How Your Parents Should (And Shouldn’t) Affect Your Political Identity

Students Voting for Hillary: There’s at Least One of Us

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Lauren Grimaldi, Roosevelt University

Major

Political Science

Social Media