Mari Landgrebe, Texas State University, Author at Study Breaks

Why Superhero Movies Need the ‘Power Rangers’

Mari Landgrebe, Texas State University

The Mighty Morphin teens hope to rescue the world from exhaustive franchises.…

January 26, 2017

Emmy-Winner and CSUSM Student Luke Bisagna Isn’t Done Learning, Teaching and Plying His Craft

Mari Landgrebe, Texas State University

Bisagna left behind an accounting career to return to school, where he’s following his passion for the sounds of life.…

January 21, 2017

7 Indie Video Game Releases to Watch for in 2017

Mari Landgrebe, Texas State University

If you’re looking for something different between blockbusters, here are seven worthwhile indie titles coming out this year.…

January 10, 2017

Dear Carrie Fisher

Mari Landgrebe, Texas State University

You were always more than a Princess, and it should have been said sooner and more often.…

January 5, 2017

Why Are So Many Video Games Being Made Into Movies?

Mari Landgrebe, Texas State University

With the release of movies such as “Assassin’s Creed” and “World of Warcraft,” the game-to-film trend is proving both durable and lucrative—but why?…

December 31, 2016

In Donald Trump’s America, Even Video Games Could Suffer

Mari Landgrebe, Texas State University

The gaming community is still reeling from the GamerGate of yesteryear, and now the dude-bro president-elect has set the board for its resurgence.…

December 25, 2016

Indie Video Game “Arrow Heads” in Flight for OddBird Studio Founder

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Benjamin Scott discusses the creation of his team and the video game that landed them in front of Sony, Microsoft and game enthusiasts at E3 2016.…

December 21, 2016

What It’s Like Having ADHD During Finals Week

Mari Landgrebe, Texas State University

Dealing with ADHD in academia is hard enough; dealing with it during finals can be downright traumatic.…

December 13, 2016

5 Realistic Tips to Get You Through Your End-of-Semester Slump

Mari Landgrebe, Texas State University

The holidays are calling your name, the after-finals parties are getting planned, but you still have to get there with some semblance of accomplishment.…

November 29, 2016

Why the Actors Who Voice Your Favorite Video Games Are Going on Strike

Mari Landgrebe, Texas State University

In the future, your favorite video game character may not have the same voice.…

November 8, 2016

Why Every Millennial Is Going to Miss the Obama Family

Mari Landgrebe, Texas State University

Barack’s humor, Michelle’s passion, Malia’s gap year lifestyle and Sasha’s braces all make it clear that they are the Jones we all want to keep up with.…

November 1, 2016

Why You Should Definitely Be Presenting at Conferences as an Undergrad

Mari Landgrebe, Texas State University

It’s not padding your résumé if you learn new skills, flex your academic talents and network like a boss at conferences that fit your education and career goals.…

October 25, 2016