Gabbi Calabrese, Arkansas Tech University

Can the YA author do his beloved ‘Uglies’ series justice after 13 years?

Tricia Crimmins, Bates College

The popular podcast emphasizes learning rather than knowing, a refreshing change from most modern media.

Kiersten Lynch, Seton Hall University

Read one and call us in the morning.

Jamie Lovley, University of Maine

The new album is ablaze with burns for her rap cohorts, but a heaping portion of the disses are aimed at her rap goddess rival, Cardi B.

Jamie Lovley, University of Maine

Remember: avoid eating Instagram influencers’ favorite forest berries.

Yoni Yardeni, Pierce College

It’s not his best work, but there are still bangers to be found.

Shaina Lapuebla, Central Connecticut State University

Like so many other memorable combinations, the hybrid genre doesn’t have to make sense to work.

Jonathan Christian, Northwest Vista College

The latest album from Travis Scott plays out like a boring drug trip at an amusement park.

Haley Newlin, Southern New Hampshire University

Any of these is perfect for when you need a break from adulting.

Ashlyn Leigh Willis, University of North Alabama

While the genre is still plagued by homophobia, several of its most prominent members are bringing much-needed reform.

Allison Kestler, Augustana College

Via YouTube, a passionate community of bookworms has reinvented the art of storytelling.

Monica Petrucci, Emerson College

Levithan’s identity-less protagonist has a way of connecting with … everyone, surprisingly.

Gabbi Calabrese, Arkansas Tech University

Can anything really compare to the heartbreaking masterpiece that is ‘The Fault in Our Stars’ though?

Maria Basileo, Central Connecticut State University

Imagine all the likes … err books you can get.

Alex Futo, Otterbein University

Brown’s return to the world of ‘Red Rising’ is still epic 10 years later.

Kiersten Lynch, Seton Hall University

Originality is overrated.

Michelle Dreyer, Southern New Hampshire University

It’s about a lot more than the books.

Bradley Howlett, Grand Valley State University

And, if my conspiracy theory proves true, they might all actually just be one person.

Katie Sheets, University of Vermont

Because you know you want the Insta pics.

Tori Ihnen, Fort Hays State University

If Step No. 1 is calling attention to yourself, Russ has done that in spades. It’s his music that might not be up to snuff.

Yoni Yardeni, Pierce College

It’s been a good year for the Flower Boy.

Myah Clinton, University of Alabama at Birmingham

The novel approaches issues like immigration, mental health and questions of identity from an entirely unexplored perspective.

Kylie Harrington, University of Southern California

John Carreyrou’s account of the rise, lies and fall of Theranos is both gripping and thought-provoking.

Raina Sciocchetti, Unity College

Just listening will get your heart racing.

Melissa Lee, State University of New York at Oswego

My anaconda don’t want 6ix9ine.

Alexis Rogers, Temple University

Rumor has it the project might even feature a Stevie Wonder collab.

Ashlyn Leigh Willis, University of North Alabama

When pedophilia scandal arose around James Gunn, Disney fired him. Now that a similar incident is facing Harmon, Adult Swim is balking.

Maria Basileo, Central Connecticut State University

In recent weeks, the live streams have really just gotten completely out of control.

Gabbi Calabrese, Arkansas Tech University

When Chapel sang, ‘I’d rather be broke than brain-dead,’ I felt that.

Tricia Crimmins, Bates College

With ‘Boy in Jeans,’ the former teen star makes his return to music as an out man, confident lyricist and rising star.

Carrie Christensen, Pensacola Christian College

‘Pinocchio’ in particular is one seriously problematic story.

Alexis Rogers, Temple University

When dropping out and living in a tent downtown starts to look dangerously appealing, pull out one of these bad boys.

Katie Sheets, University of Vermont

Don’t listen to any of these alone.

Shaina Lapuebla, Central Connecticut State University

Twenty-one and up only.

Christine Fang, University of California San Diego

In the group’s newest release, K-pop meets Latin flair meets fiery vocals.

Karena Landler, Georgetown University

*Note* These are also great if you have read a graphic novel.

Maya Ramani, University of Virginia

10/10 would recommend taking a listen.

Kate Maxwell, NC State University

Here’s to hoping that other mothers get that option too.

Bradley Howlett, Grand Valley State University

The non-profit hosts events across the world that give talented speakers a venue to share their hilarious, moving and sometimes horrifying stores.

Rachel Hall, Augustana College

Because everyone has a good bad brain, really.

Melissa Lee, State University of New York at Oswego

Spoiler alert: Musicians really like doing drugs.

Michelle Dreyer, Southern New Hampshire University

Lesbian Jesus has risen.

Josue Romero, Southwest School of Art

There might be more effort behind good sci-fi than any other genre.

Alex Futo, Otterbein University

Fewer beefs, more heartwarming friendships please.

Ashlyn Leigh Willis, University of North Alabama

Not one of which is ‘Donald Trump Jam’ by USA Freedom Kids.

Tricia Crimmins, Bates College

Jaden Smith might actually be on to something.

Anastasia Cottone, St. Bonaventure University

The real crime would be not giving them a chance.

Alexis Rogers, Temple University

If ‘Despacito’ taught us anything, it’s that we’ve been sleeping on Latin music.

Natalie Sonier, Wake Forest University

Step aside, Jay and Daisy.

Natalie Sonier, Wake Forest University

‘Keke, do you love me’ and my dance moves?

Joey Cunningham, University of Arizona

The Fontana, California, event has become one of the country’s most hyped festivals.

Rebecca Crosby, Trinity College

The singer, actress, sobriety spokeswoman and mental health advocate was taken to the hospital from her Hollywood home.

Karena Landler, Georgetown University

Jon Favreau’s new podcast is an engaging show on the boring topic of party politics.

Remington Jensen, University of Idaho

In response to worsening climate change, the psychedelic pop quartet is listening in.

Alexandra Fabugais-Inaba, Rutgers University

Turns out, you’re living the most impactful years of your life right now.

Karena Landler, Georgetown University

Why isn’t everybody obsessed with their music?

Yoni Yardeni, Pierce College

I been gettin’ lotta fettucine!

Melissa Lee, State University of New York at Oswego

Despite its nascence, the controversial sub-genre has become known for its despicable figureheads.

Jen Tombs, University of Warwick

Do you really want to wear lingerie named after after a sex slave?

Jonathan Christian, Northwest Vista College

The UK duo’s newest album, ‘I’m All Ears,’ is one of 2018’s best.

Casey LaValley, Ferris State University

Who said video games and exercise don’t mix?

Sarah Penix, Ohio University

I would’ve handwritten this article if I could have.

Tricia Crimmins, Bates College

Jen Richards and Laura Zak’s groundbreaking series has been nominated for an Emmy and is free on YouTube.

Alex Futo, Otterbein University

The cryptic clues they gave fans, though, were far from easy to decipher.

Yoni Yardeni, Pierce College

The year is only halfway over, but these rap songs have already gone the extra mile.

Maya Ramani, University of Virginia

They believe in you, and you should too.

Kiersten Lynch, Seton Hall University

Surreal, hilarious and disconcertingly dark, the short story collection is a refreshing piece of original writing.

Gabbi Calabrese, Arkansas Tech University

His lack of internet presence feels a bit like a wasted opportunity.

Bradley Howlett, Grand Valley State University

Yoga in the morning and EDM all night.

Christine Fang, University of California San Diego

Can someone please find me a laotong?

Josue Romero, Southwest School of Art

The Oakland-area musician is singing and yelling and shouting ideas everyone needs to hear.

Michelle Dreyer, Southern New Hampshire University

Everyone is a little bit hoping that Watson will suggest ‘Harry Potter.’

Melissa Lee, State University of New York at Oswego

Although it took several high-profile deaths, mental health has finally becoming a national talking point.

Monica Petrucci, Emerson College

She’s a successful artist who cares about women’s issues, okurrrr?

Candace Baker, University of Texas at Austin

Infowars might be a joke, but the audience it’s building isn’t funny at all.

Jen Tombs, University of Warwick

In recent years, the former flower-toting lead singer of the the Smiths has become increasingly racist and Islamophobic.

Jonathan Christian, Northwest Vista College

A new radio documentary dives into the mystery surrounding one of the world’s most secretive musicians.

Erika Skorstad, Champlain College

You CAN, however, rely on these books to entertain you.

Ayanna Totten, East Stroudsburg University

Five albums later, Drake still manages to bring the feels.

Jenna Benchetrit, McGill University

He’s come a long way since ‘Hold Back the River.’

Remington Jensen, University of Idaho

The project, which releases this Friday, aims to ‘strip genitalia away from the norms of music.’

Carrie Christensen, Pensacola Christian College

There’s nothing more beautiful than a beautiful room filled with books.

Raina Sciocchetti, Unity College

Turn on, tune in and drop the misunderstood stigma that surrounds hallucinogenics.

Haley Newlin, Southern New Hampshire University

And what a year it has been.

Alexis Rogers, Temple University

So far, they’ve managed to outsmart thousands of fans determined to decode the clues.

Gabbi Calabrese, Arkansas Tech University

Apparently, history doesn’t have to make your life miserable!

Abby Hall, Hollins University

If she can’t make it big, K-pop might be in trouble.

Kiersten Lynch, Seton Hall University

We should all be more like Annie.

Tricia Crimmins, Bates College

Self-love, body positivity and female empowerment galore.

Maya Ramani, University of Virginia

Here are four other twosomes that need to put out music together, asap.

Karena Landler, Georgetown University

Not only will the story keep you up at night, it’ll make you do something more terrifying: consider the investigator as a person.

Bradley Howlett, Grand Valley State University

Turn on, tune in and make music.

Remington Jensen, University of Idaho

It takes the average college student more than a week to finish a homework assignment, let alone an entire album.

Lexi Anderson, Pratt Institute

Feel old yet?

Allison Kestler, Augustana College

The film was so plagued with production issues that its mishaps led to their own documentary, ‘Lost in La Mancha.’

Jen Tombs, University of Warwick

It’s one big chilled out synth-fest … where every song sounds the same.

Ashlyn Leigh Willis, University of North Alabama

Lead singer Brendon Urie’s struggles with substance abuse and mental health are front and center in the new album.

Yoni Yardeni, Pierce College

When he grows up, even Adonis will be disappointed with his dad’s first double album.

Cameron Andersen, New York University

Melissa Schuman and another woman’s accusations against Nick Carter prove that even pop icons are no longer untouchable.

Remington Jensen, University of Idaho

The young, iridescent producer continues to fuse electronic music with dense hyperactivity.