Veronica Kuffel, University of Wisconsin-Madison

The pop sensation-turned-activist embraces the queer community with her new single in support of Pride Month.

Maddy Ipema, Columbia College Chicago

This reboot triumphs with a queer, dynamic powerhouse of a family living in the heart of San Francisco.

Eleanore Belanger, Arizona State University

Depends on who’s asking.

Daniel Reed

These seven tips will ensure that you’re enjoying the experience instead of passed out in the medical tent.

Katelyn Melder, Kutztown University of Pennsylvania

Two years after Styles teased new music, the follow-up to his successful 2017 debut album has been shrouded in mystery.

Hannah Jumer, Converse College

Elana K. Arnold’s latest young adult novel subverts the typical damsel-in-distress storyline to say something bigger.

Tom Pinto, Ringling College of Art and Design

Straight out of the forests of Norway, Aurora puts a violent twist on environmentalism and what it means to be a woman on her latest release.

Kristin Auld, St John’s University

Stay sexy and read this book.

Christopher Duggan, Boise State University

Time to meet Chuck Person, Blank Banshee, Saint Pepsi and George Clanton.

Stina Chang, University of Southern California

Just admit it. Cheesy romances hit the spot.

Madison Feser, Seton Hall University

Jam out or binge-watch? With these soundtracks, you can do both.

Cameron Rapata, Columbia College Chicago

Find a comfortable spot, because you won’t be able to put these books down.

Carlie Moses, Union University

What’s better than ruling in hell or serving in heaven? This chemistry.

Zailin Peña, Southern Adventist University

The patriarchy is trembling.

Veronica Kuffel, University of Wisconsin-Madison

‘Violet Bent Backwards Over the Grass’ promises a chapbook composed of her signature lyricism. Is that a good thing?

Tom Pinto, Ringling College of Art and Design

Born from Stan Twitter and the ashes of early Britney rises Slayyyter, in all her glittery glory.

Caleb Clark, Hillsdale College

‘Happiness Begins’ suffers from high expectations and an apathetic output.

Kathryn Milschewski, Carthage College

Reading has never been easier.

Nicole Peterson, Geneva College

The song is a perfect introduction to the band’s mobile game and its focus on following your dreams.

Eleanore Belanger, Arizona State University

HBO’s remake of the Philip Pullman trilogy will embrace the controversy at the series’s heart, rather than sidestep it.

Matilda Schulman, University of California, Berkeley

The fantasy writer’s intricate world-building, filled with faeries and lore, has been enchanting readers for almost two decades.

Veronica Kuffel, University of Wisconsin-Madison

The Jonas Brothers are back with a new outlook on life and a new album that is sure to define the summer of 2019.

Claudia Ng, University of Texas at Austin

Dust off your House robes, Potterheads: There are four new Harry Potter eBooks slated for release this summer.

Marie Christensen, George Fox University

The album that caters to, literally, every personality type.

Marie Christensen, George Fox University

Everything you need to know before diving both pieces of work.

Maddy Ipema, Columbia College Chicago

‘Lucid’ is a safe space for inclusivity, representation and inner strength.

Kaitlin Romriell, Southern New Hampshire University

A Great Big World is not afraid to break barriers and challenge people to change.

Hannah Jumer, Converse College

Adulting 101 for your summer reading list.

Madalyn Watson, Baylor University

The musical ‘Rocketman’ is like no other biopic, mixing in a little magic to tell the story of Elton John’s rise to stardom.

Kathryn Milschewski, Carthage College

As the band’s members have grown, their sound has changed. Some fans aren’t happy about that.

Christopher Duggan, Boise State University

And why shouldn’t he?

Kelsey Rogers, Susquehanna University

This music student knows passion when he sees it.

Amber Amortegui, Palm Beach Atlantic University

Did your favorite make the cut?

Keely Cohen-Breen, SUNY Plattsburgh College

His last album marked a stark break from its predecessors. So does ‘IGOR.’

Carlie Moses, Union University

In her lyrics and life, Rogers exudes a confident self-assurance.

Madison Feser, Seton Hall University

Each of these programs has a standalone format, which means no bingeing required.

Kathryn Milschewski, Carthage College

Remember reading for fun?

Maddy Ipema, Columbia College Chicago

Once ambiguously closeted, Lacy is now definitively out and making music that feels alive with bravado.

Bekah Black, Spring Arbor University

They’re not as scary as your English classes make them sound.

Layan Sasa, University of Texas at San Antonio

Leav’s famous creativity is readily apparent, though slightly different, in her fiction debut.

Dorielys Cruz, University of Texas at San Antonio

The graphic novel is as creative as it is captivating.

Claudia Ng, University of Texas at Austin

The book was revered for its accurate portrayal of mental illness. Will the film be too?

Mela Lozano, University of Texas at San Antonio

The band is so psychedelic that just listening to them will get you buzzed.

Sarah Mease, Columbia College Chicago

The ‘Nailed It!’ star and her ‘dick-list’ are the perfect podcast to contextualize your romantic woes.

Indigo Holmes, University of Wisconsin Oshkosh

Welcome to the world, Lavender May Avery.

Eric Alexander, University of Colorado Denver

The most talented musician you’ve probably never heard of is keeping the genre alive and well.

Logan Floyd, Mercyhurst University

Olaf Stapledon’s sci-fi tale of a roving spaceman’s chronicle captures the heart of humanity’s existential fear.

Simona Barca, American University

You should see her in a crown.

Caleb Clark, Hillsdale College

The hit summer track is beginning to tread hallowed music-history ground.

Tom Pinto, Ringling College of Art and Design

The latest album from the pop darling is for herself, her lovers and the sounds of her past.

Clarence Dodge, Sarah Lawrence College

The show might be finished, but its fans aren’t.

Mark Stenberg

Because there’s more to growing up than ‘The Catcher in the Rye.’

Mark Stenberg

The musician’s ‘It takes a village’ approach to his 11th album hasn’t sit well with … anyone.

Maddy Ipema, Columbia College Chicago

The project is her strongest yet and rings with spiritual confidence.

Kathryn Milschewski, Carthage College

If you plan on teaching, you should plan on reading these first.

Indigo Holmes, University of Wisconsin Oshkosh

The artist’s latest release, ‘Our Place,’ has all the hallmarks of a viral hit.

Camilla Forte, Columbia College Chicago

The search for the song of the summer has officially begun.

Britni Hones, Lindenwood University, Belleville

Bailey’s primary concern is, and always will be, her YouTube family.

Layan Sasa, University of Texas at San Antonio

Back with another bestseller, Manson sheds light on the sheer atrocities of … well, being a human.

Brandon Sasserson, University of New Hampshire

On his new project, Tyler leans into some experimental production.

Dorielys Cruz, University of Texas at San Antonio

Which, as it turns out, faces most of the same boring problems as hetero love.

Matilda Schulman, University of California, Berkeley

The mastermind behind a number of canonical musicals has found his work resonating with a new generation.

Paige Brauser, Connecticut College

Feel free to update your TBR list accordingly.

Meagan Bess, University of North Carolina at Greensboro

‘The Chi’ star’s newest album explores love, lust and loss.

Kelsey Rogers, Susquehanna University

Eilish’s music might not be for everyone, but it’s also not required listening.

Ben Garcia, Hope International University

The Boy Who Lived has something to say on those that don’t.

Dorielys Cruz, University of Texas at San Antonio

Some of your favorite novels are finally coming to the silver screen.

E.L. Meszaros, Brown University

Her retro sound and clever lyrics will hook you before her new album drops.

Jocelyn Campos, University of Texas at San Antonio

Like her previous YA novel, ‘The Poet X,’ Acevedo’s new novel is all about Latinx literary representation.

Layan Sasa, University of Texas at San Antonio

Inspired by the birth of his son, Ezra Koenig et al. explore the rhythms of life.

Brandon Sasserson, University of New Hampshire

Check out these triple double no assists.

Keely Cohen-Breen, SUNY Plattsburgh College

Tehlor Kay Mejia’s new novel flares with action and LGBTQ+ representation.

Keely Cohen-Breen, SUNY Plattsburgh College

At just 21-years-old, Bird seems poised for a vertiginous career.

Bekah Black, Spring Arbor University

As a Vietnamese immigrant and member of the LGBTQ+ community, Vuong is a unique, empathy-inspiring voice in the poetry world.

E.L. Meszaros, Brown University

You probably love his music, even if you don’t recognize his name.

Dorielys Cruz, University of Texas at San Antonio

Your favorite 2004 film with a Shakespearean twist.

Brandon Sasserson, University of New Hampshire

While Q has yet to release his magnum opus, he’s showing every sign of reaching all-time status.

Layan Sasa, University of Texas at San Antonio

‘Everything is F*cked’ drops next week, which gives you just enough time.

Camilla Forte, Columbia College Chicago

The young musician is hoping to bring the Windy City to the pop soundscape.

Hannah Cullen, St. Cloud State University

Funny jokes aside, the song’s message is no laughing matter.

Ben Garcia, Hope International University

The horror industry is ripe for fairy tales that don’t have happy endings.

Keely Cohen-Breen, SUNY Plattsburgh College

Who knew even Emma Chamberlain tried her hand at podcasting?

Jocelyn Campos, University of Texas at San Antonio

The 55-minute island getaway doesn’t disappoint.

Camilla Forte, Columbia College Chicago

Although controversial, influencers can spark positive change.

Dorielys Cruz, University of Texas at San Antonio

Broke, bored and can’t travel? Check out the summer romance section at your local library.

Layan Sasa, University of Texas at San Antonio

Through thick and thin, the band has focused on what’s most important… creating content that sends a powerful message to the world.

Colin Boyd, Ithaca College

Crumb’s melding of psychadelic rock and groovy rhythms has produced an original, refreshing sound.

Britni Hones, Lindenwood University, Belleville

Grosso’s life lessons will definitely be useful to you, whether you’ve struggled with addiction or not.

Matilda Schulman, University of California, Berkeley

The show is able to incorporate fantastic creatures and magic without sacrificing its sense of realism.

Cristina Hernandez, UC San Diego

Her work was largely dismissed during her life, but scholars are finding it prescient today.

Kelsey Rogers, Susquehanna University

Nobody deserves to watch this.

Mark Stenberg

Using transparency and self-deprecating humor, hosts Lawrence Schlossman and James Harris are democratizing style.

Layan Sasa, University of Texas at San Antonio

She’s back and better than ever.

Bekah Black, Spring Arbor University

Inspire by the creepiness of Eilish’s latest album, choreographers countrywide had a field day.

Dorielys Cruz, University of Texas at San Antonio

Yes, there are YouTube channels made specifically for book fiends.

Grace John, Rutgers University

K-pop is great, but some variety certainly wouldn’t hurt.

Colin Boyd, Ithaca College

The four-person ensemble has already hit six-digit plays with their single, ‘Existential Crisis.’

Camilla Forte, Columbia College Chicago

What proponents have hailed as the genre’s savior is likely doing more harm than good.

Michael Wu, Case Western Reserve University

And nobody can tell him anything.

Maya Butler, Baylor University

It might be her story, but it resonates with millions.