Sydney Hawkins, Alabama A&M University, Author at Study Breaks

For the Culture: It’s Time for HBCU Homecomings

Sydney Hawkins, Alabama A&M University

It's time to learn the true meaning of homecoming at historically black colleges and universities.…

October 6, 2019

4 Organic Foods That Are Not as Healthy as Consumers Think

Sydney Hawkins, Alabama A&M University

It isn't necessarily synonymous with healthy.…

September 27, 2019

Watching College Sports While Doing the Complete Opposite

Sydney Hawkins, Alabama A&M University

Not into sports but don’t want to miss out? Here are five ways for non-fans to have fun at college games.…

September 17, 2019

Getting Involved at College: Life Beyond the Lecture Hall

Sydney Hawkins, Alabama A&M University

Don't just look for things to stick on your resume.…

September 10, 2019

Black Singers Who Are Challenging the Norms of the Pop Industry

Sydney Hawkins, Alabama A&M University

These artists are changing the game.…

September 3, 2019

Motivational Songs on the Blackboard Music Charts

Sydney Hawkins, Alabama A&M University

Here are 10 motivational tunes that will get you through the upcoming school year.…

August 27, 2019

Beyond the Life of Cameron Boyce

Sydney Hawkins, Alabama A&M University

The actor’s death is a wakeup call for overthinking and stressed out millennials to realize life’s true purpose.…

August 19, 2019

What You Can Learn From ’70s, ’80s and ’90s Sitcoms

Sydney Hawkins, Alabama A&M University

Technology-washed and introverted millennials can learn a thing or two by watching some classic shows from the last century.…

August 11, 2019

A Witness of Evolution: Hip-Hop and the African Diaspora

Sydney Hawkins, Alabama A&M University

Rap and hip-hop is once again turning to Africa for inspiration.…

August 3, 2019

Jaden Smith Stands Out With His Sophomore Album, ‘ERYS’

Sydney Hawkins, Alabama A&M University

Smith’s second album is a considerably rare yet beautiful approach to rap music.…

July 31, 2019

The Guide to a Girls Night Out for Those Just Starting College

Sydney Hawkins, Alabama A&M University

Here's how to stay safe when enjoying the nightlife of college.…

July 20, 2019

What’s Behind K-Pop: The Madness Behind the Beauty

Sydney Hawkins, Alabama A&M University

It's time to look behind the scenes of this multibillion-dollar industry.…

July 16, 2019

Taking Care of Your Natural Hair While Studying Abroad

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Check out the black girl’s guide to dealing with natural hair when you're overseas.…

July 9, 2019

Next Up: Prison Reform

Sydney Hawkins, Alabama A&M University

Greater awareness of the problem means that the end of mass incarceration in America might come sooner than we think.…

July 1, 2019

Words for the Television Academy Regarding ‘When They See Us’

Sydney Hawkins, Alabama A&M University

Jharrel Jerome deserves to be recognized for his performance in the original Netflix series.…

June 23, 2019

In ‘See You Yesterday,’ Spike Lee Does It Again!

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The film uses science fiction to shed light on searing social issues.…

June 13, 2019

The 3 Best Episodes of ‘Krew Season,’ the Hilarious, Gendered YouTube Series

Sydney Hawkins, Alabama A&M University

It's biased, it's unscripted and it's incredibly funny.…

June 9, 2019

Morgan Cooper’s ‘Bel-Air’ Reimagines the ’90s Hit As If It Took Place Today

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What was funny in the sitcom gets real in the stunning fan-fiction trailer.…

June 3, 2019

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