Megan Heenan, Nevada State College, Author at Study Breaks

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The Misogyny at Activision Blizzard Has Prompted a Gender Discrimination Lawsuit

This gaming titan has certainly made their lack of respect for women exceedingly apparent.…

January 19, 2022

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The Five Most Toxic Sites in the U.S.

There are over 1,300 areas in the country on the National Priorities List due to the levels of hazardous waste contamination.…

January 11, 2022

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Why Volunteering and Interning Are Equally Important

Megan Heenan, Nevada State College

Most college students can benefit from participating in both opportunities to acquire much-needed experience and build a well-rounded resume.…

January 3, 2022

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In Case You Missed It, All Gas No Brakes Has Become Channel 5

Megan Heenan, Nevada State College

The popular YouTube show recently parted ways from Doing Things Media, and while their name has changed, their style is very much the same.…

January 1, 2022

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‘The Rocky Horror Picture Show’ Is a Multi-Holiday Classic

Megan Heenan, Nevada State College

Originally one of the most notorious Halloween films, the terror-comedy has joined in on the Yuletide festivities as well.…

December 19, 2021

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‘Resident Evil: Welcome to Raccoon City’ Perfectly Portrays the Classic Game

Megan Heenan, Nevada State College

Finally, fans of the video game franchise get a true cinematic adaptation that brings many of its most iconic moments to the silver screen.…

December 13, 2021

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David Farrier Has Taken Oddity-Inspired Storytelling Global

Megan Heenan, Nevada State College

The journalist’s broad spectrum of work includes a documentary, a Netflix series and a recurring role on a popular podcast.…

December 7, 2021

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Comedy Central Cancels All Live-Action Series, Including the Fan Favorite ‘Tosh.0’

Megan Heenan, Nevada State College

The classic show isn’t taking the split from the network too hard; instead, its host is using this opportunity to go back to his stand-up roots.…

November 30, 2021

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The Threat of Hacking Remains a Persistent Problem for Everyday People

Megan Heenan, Nevada State College

The art of hacking is ever-evolving, and its potential repercussions are endless and terrifying.…

November 23, 2021

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Social Media Apps Are the Perfect Platforms for Digital Deception

Megan Heenan, Nevada State College

Cybercrime rates have exploded since the onset of the pandemic, encompassing everything from identity fraud to even some of the most classic of crimes.…

November 16, 2021

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The Faces in the Memes: Who Are They and Where Are They Now?

Megan Heenan, Nevada State College

Who are the people behind these first few viral sensations, why were they chosen and who created them?…

November 8, 2021

Is a Facebook for Kids Really What Society Needs?

Megan Heenan, Nevada State College

In the hopes of recovering some of its teenage users after a recent drop in numbers, the platform is developing a new app geared toward a younger audience.…

November 2, 2021

Amazon’s Astro: Does Its Cuteness Outweigh Its Controversy?

Megan Heenan, Nevada State College

The company’s most recent attempt at adorably disguised security is nothing more than a data-collecting, privacy-violating, flaw-filled toy robot.…

October 26, 2021

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Is a Budding Bromance In the Forecast for Spider-Man and Venom’s Future?

Megan Heenan, Nevada State College

The release of 'Venom: Let There Be Carnage' has left fans wanting a collaboration between Peter Parker's and Eddie Brock's super-selves, begging the question: Who should be the villain that faces off against this unlikely…

October 19, 2021

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China’s Gaming Restrictions: A Trend To Follow or Adamantly Avoid?

Megan Heenan, Nevada State College

The country's recent bans limit online access for underage users, which could be seen as an extreme act of control or an attempt to genuinely provide a solution to a serious issue.…

October 12, 2021

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Megan Heenan

Nevada State College
B.S. in Environmental & Resource Science, Minor in Professional Writing

The Misogyny at Activision Blizzard Has Prompted a Gender Discrimination Lawsuit

The Five Most Toxic Sites in the U.S.

Why Volunteering and Interning Are Equally Important

In Case You Missed It, All Gas No Brakes Has Become Channel 5

‘The Rocky Horror Picture Show’ Is a Multi-Holiday Classic

‘Resident Evil: Welcome to Raccoon City’ Perfectly Portrays the Classic Game

David Farrier Has Taken Oddity-Inspired Storytelling Global

Comedy Central Cancels All Live-Action Series, Including the Fan Favorite ‘Tosh.0’

The Threat of Hacking Remains a Persistent Problem for Everyday People

Amazon’s Astro: Does Its Cuteness Outweigh Its Controversy?

Is a Budding Bromance In the Forecast for Spider-Man and Venom’s Future?

China’s Gaming Restrictions: A Trend To Follow or Adamantly Avoid?

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Megan Heenan, Nevada State College

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Nevada State College B.S. in Environmental & Resource Science, Minor in Professional Writing

Nevada State College
B.S. in Environmental & Resource Science, Minor in Professional Writing