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Here's the image depicting a vibrant college campus scene, capturing the essence of digital communication among students, including subtle references to social media apps like Yik Yak.

The Revival of Yik Yak: Unraveling Its Impact on College Campuses

Adam Steele

In the ever-evolving landscape of social media, few platforms have experienced a rebirth quite like Yik Yak.…

July 31, 2024

Here's the image showcasing a variety of quick and healthy meal options designed for college students.

7 Easiest Healthy Meals to Make in College

Jacqueline Shweiki

College life is a whirlwind of classes, social events, and late-night study sessions, leaving little time for elaborate meal prep.…

June 27, 2024

Book Nerds: Virginia Woolf is Not a Feminist Icon

Emily Diaz, DePaul University

Renowned and praised for her radical critique of the patriarchy, Virginia Woolf remains a trailblazer for feminism despite her complex history of racism and anti-semitism.…

June 7, 2024

Dear Sabrina, ‘Please Please Please’ Give Us More More More!

Roberto Soto

It's giving Dolly, Kacey, summer, sunblock, lovelorn 70s. The second single from Sabrina Carpenter's upcoming 'Short and Sweet is nothing short of sweet.…

June 7, 2024

In article about her song Rap Freaks, a picture of Yung Miami in red clothing

Yung Miami’s Solo Single ‘Rap Freaks’ Is Steamy and Controversial

Re’nesia Mills, University of Tampa

Female rap artists like Yung Miami, Cardi B and Megan Thee Stallion make mature music all the time, but why are parents bothered by it?…

November 12, 2021

Awakening Your Creativity Well: How To Stay Motivated as a Musician

Daniel Reed

Keep your eyes on the prize.…

November 10, 2021

SHINee: The Group That Probably Started All of Your Favorite K-Pop Trends

Peyton Conner, Indiana University

While the South Korean boy band has made a name for themselves within the genre, they also paved the way for other bands to do the same.…

November 8, 2021

in article about song Working for the Knife, Illustration of musician Mitski in a cowboy hat looking into a beam of light.

Mitski’s ‘Working for the Knife’ Severs a Two-Year Hiatus

Virginia Laurie, Washington and Lee University

The popular artist has returned to the music scene for the first time since 2018 with a song discussing the demands of the music industry and capitalism's negative effects on art.…

November 8, 2021

What Makes Sarah J. Maas a No. 1 NYT Bestselling Fantasy Author?

Sonia Noorbakhsh, UC Berkeley

From young adult to adult fantasy, this author has become a worldwide phenomenon, but what is it that makes her stories so popular?…

November 6, 2021

Climate Change with Katharine Hayhoe in Saving Us

‘Saving Us’ Unearths Productive Ways To Talk About Climate Change

Becky Hardin, University of Arizona Global Campus

Environmental activist Katharine Hayhoe's latest book tackles one of the most difficult topics of conversation in a thoughtful and engaging way.…

November 4, 2021

Hopping on the Band (Camino) Wagon After a Sensational Debut Album

Joy Young, Chapman University

The pop-rock trio’s enticing sound takes an effervescent stance on feeling your feelings with hard-hitting lyrics and a pop sound.…

November 4, 2021

‘When I Close My Eyes’ Is the Uplifting Album Everyone Needs Right Now

Esha Shah, New Jersey Institute of Technology

Chelsea Cutler's sophomore record deviates from her older music in the best ways possible, giving her fans hope for the present and the future.…

November 3, 2021

An illustration of Remi Wolf in an article about her album Juno

Remi Wolf’s Music in ‘Juno’ Is Comforting Chaos

Tori Walz, Eastern Michigan University

The artist’s new album is filled with upbeat tracks that deal with personal, heavy topics audiences can find their own connections with.…

November 3, 2021

Sound for Cinema: The Underrated World of Sound in Film

Tori Barney, Columbia College Chicago

While they may not be the first screen attributes you think of, the role that music, dialogue and human voices play in movies is arguably one of the medium's most important features.…

October 30, 2021

In an article about Ted Dekker an illustration of a haunted house popping out of a book

Battling Reader’s Block? Pick Up a Book by Ted Dekker

Jenna Amore, Oakland University

This legendary author with over 40 published works has some phenomenal stories that will surely ignite your love of novels once more.…

October 30, 2021

How Has COVID-19 Affected Music Festivals?

Illusion Ventura, Whittier College

As these events go from being postponed to canceled outright due to the pandemic, fans are hopeful for their eventual comeback.…

October 29, 2021

A Superman comic and merchandise lay on a table

Saying ‘Bi’ to the Old Superman

Joy Young, Chapman University

The timeless superhero is coming out as bisexual — a refreshing twist that is equal parts heroic change and tangled conflict.…

October 27, 2021

Summer Walker’s ‘Still Over It’ Has Women Everywhere Ready for a Good Cry Session

Re’nesia Mills, University of Tampa

After a two-year wait, the American R&B singer is preparing to release her second album that is sure to have female fans in their feels and craving more.…

October 22, 2021

in an article about obscure book genres, glasses sitting on a stack of books, next to a mug

4 Obscure Book Genres You Probably Haven’t Heard Of

Tiffany Singh, University of Central Florida

Categories in literature like fantasy, romance and comedy are well known, but have you heard of Twitter fiction, gaslamp fantasy or Nordic noir?…

October 22, 2021

In article about album You Signed Up for This, a photo of Maisie Peters

Maisie Peters Hopes ‘You Signed Up for This’

Joy Young, Chapman University

The powerful pop sensation’s debut album is a nod to the chaos and dreaminess of youth.…

October 21, 2021

Venom and Eddie Brock talking from the movie Venome Let There Be Carnage

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

Taylor Swift smiling against a black background.

How Pizza Points to a Collab Between Taylor Swift and the Jonas Brothers

Esha Shah, New Jersey Institute of Technology

Rumors have sparked about a new music project between these iconic pop artists, and it all leads back to … cheese and pepperoni?…

October 18, 2021

An illustration of Eminem holding spaghetti for his new Detroit restaurant called Mom's Spaghetti.

Eminem Opens ‘Mom’s Spaghetti’ Restaurant in Detroit

Jenna Amore, Oakland University

'Palms are sweaty, knees weak, arms are heavy' for the rap star's fans who are anxiously waiting in line to grab a bite of homey-style pasta.…

October 15, 2021

Screenshot of the Beatles from the movie Hard Day's Night

How Hamburg Shaped the Beatles and Changed Music Forever

Daniel Reed

They're still one of the most popular bands in the world even decades after breaking up, but there was a time when their surroundings were much more humble.…

October 15, 2021

Las Culturistas hosts Bowen Yang and Matt Rogers

The ‘Las Culturistas’ Culture Awards: The Most Ambitious Event in Culture History

Mai Senser, Virginia Commonwealth University

Podcast hosts Bowen Yang and Matt Rogers offer a refreshing twist on the traditional award show format, boasting 100 categories and many unique nominees.…

October 14, 2021

in article about their lifeforms album, a photo of angels and airwaves

Discovering the ‘Lifeforms’ Out There With Angels & Airwaves

Joy Young, Chapman University

In their new album, the band pushes against the boundaries of truth and emotion to craft nostalgic sounds for the modern listener.…

October 14, 2021

In an article about In the Meantime, an illustration of Alessia Cara's "In the Meantime" album cover of Cara inside a bubble, with the addition of a second Cara standing on the outside.

Alessia Cara’s ‘In the Meantime’ Is an Incredible Ode to Introspection

Esha Shah, New Jersey Institute of Technology

The artist has made a name for herself since 2015 with songs about introversion and the struggle of self-love; her new album goes even deeper.…

October 10, 2021

A screenshot from the movie foundation of characters in front of a boat

Apple TV’s ‘Foundation’ Differs From the Books — And It’s Not a Bad Thing

Xochitl Menjivar, San Francisco State University

The show's producers are making drastic changes to the original story, and they're being met with mixed criticisms.…

October 10, 2021

T-Pain’s Musical Identity Endures Through the Decades

Jake Sanders, Rhodes College

The artist put up with years of slander due to his preference for autotune, but his charming personality and passion for music has kept his fans wanting for more.…

October 9, 2021

A still from the controversial Dear Evan Hansen

‘Dear Evan Hansen’ and Its Problematic Anti-Hero of a Protagonist

Mai Senser, Virginia Commonwealth University

In a film that chooses to make a manipulative and, at times even creepy, character its hero, Ben Platt’s age is the last thing you need to worry about.…

October 8, 2021