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Travelers Attire: Crafting Your Personalized Journey Hoodie

Comfort is a crucial factor in travel experiences. Explorers dedicate hours to traversing through different modes of transportation, immersing themselves in new locales.…

April 24, 2024

A white U HAUL truck with a red line struck through it and a blue bush drawn on it races across a rainbow, heading to who-knows-where. Pink silk streamers floats off the ends of a pink bouquet placed above a banner with "Just Hitched" written on it in black ink. The streamers flutter in the air against a grey background, implying the speed at which the vehicle must be racing.

U-Hauling and LGBTQ+ Relationships: The Dynamics of Speed in Love

Sarah Erin, Brooklyn College

Love knows no speed limit, but within the LGBTQ+ community, there's a phenomenon that's driving relationships into the express lane.…

April 22, 2024

A writer in a black sweater with square, rimmed glasses peers over his latest manuscript, glowing with a nefarious green light. In the faded background, a puppet sits and stares at him with an enthusiastic look on its face, twisted in the disturbing tone which belies only the most horrible fantasies.

The Life and Process of R.L. Stine

Hamad Naroze, Hunter College

What best-selling children's horror author R.L. Stine can teach up-and-coming writers through his professional process.…

April 22, 2024

Brain listening to music on headphones in studying environment.

Background Bops: Why We Need Music to Focus

Mark StenbergandNatalie VanHecke, University of Texas at Dallas

Have you ever noticed that you tend to clean faster or more efficiently when you have music on? Some people love 80s rock, others love lo-fi. What is it about music that constantly draws people…

April 20, 2024

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

In article about sad pop songs, an image of Olivia Rodrigo

Is It Just Me, or Are Pop Songs Sadder Than They Used To Be?

Daniela Saffran, Rollins College

Rather than focus on happier themes, popular music today seems to want to embrace the melancholy.…

October 6, 2021

K-Pop Wouldn’t Be K-Pop Without the Choreography

Jenna Nelson, Scripps College

Korean pop groups are everywhere, but they wouldn't dominate as much as they do without the hard work of the people who design their dance moves.…

October 4, 2021

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Slipstream Is the Literary Style That Blends Genres

Amy Harris, Utah State University

Writers have been bending expectations for years, but only recently has their creativity been given a new category.…

October 4, 2021

In article about Super Soul podcast, Oprah conducting an interview with a guest

Oprah’s ‘Super Soul’ Podcast Is Medicine for the Heart, Spirit and Body

Lauren Koop, London School of Economics - Peking University

Listen to the talk-show host weekly with an open mind and self-reflective attitude for the best results.…

October 4, 2021

Screenshot from My Life is Boring video from Lael

Lael’s ‘My Life is Boring’ Fails To Impress After Its Internet Drama

Elizabeth Dewit, University of Pittsburgh

After weeks of guilt trips and manipulation, fans have decided the artist's new single isn’t worth all the trouble it caused online.…

October 1, 2021

Weakened Friends band proves that musicians can be popular and talented.

Weakened Friends Emphasizes the Beauty of Indie

Elliot Jackson-Ontkush, Skidmore College

The underground band creates meaningful connections with their fans while still producing quality music.…

October 1, 2021

In article about Montero, Lil Nas X's latest album, an illustration of Lil Nas X

Lil Nas X’s Baby ‘Montero’ Is Born!

Jenna Amore, Oakland University

The controversial musical artist has been showing off his baby bump to his TikTok viewers, which finally culminated in the 'birth' of his latest album in mid-September.…

September 29, 2021

In article about Love On Tour, an illustration of Harry Styles

Harry Styles’ Love On Tour Was Worth The Wait

Mai Senser, Virginia Commonwealth University

After a nearly two-year-long delay, the former One Direction singer is on the road thanks to multiple pandemic precautions — and it’s a show you won’t want to miss.…

September 29, 2021

Notes on Grief by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie

Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie’s ‘Notes on Grief’ Grasps Beyond Language

Anna Hupp, University of Wyoming

The author's slender book captures a daughter’s hopeless loss after the death of her father, as Adichie searches for both language and meaning but finds both ultimately inadequate.…

September 26, 2021

The Drake and Kanye West Feud Proves the Futility of Hip-Hop Conflict

Niall Calvert, Wesleyan University

Two of the largest rappers have entered a new chapter in their long war of words, and while many fans are grabbing popcorn, the battle is already stagnating.…

September 25, 2021

In an article about her song Have Mercy, a photo of Chloe Bailey

Chlöe’s ‘Have Mercy’ Finds the Young Singer Coming Into Her Own

Mariam Nasief, Columbia University

Her new hit solo single, which evokes the R&B sounds of the '90s, shows off the singer's prowess both as an artist and as an entertainer.…

September 24, 2021

Soulja Boy’s ‘Rick and Morty’ Takes TikTok by Storm

Elizabeth Dewit, University of Pittsburgh

It started as a freestyle on his livestream — now, TikTokers are rapping the song about the Adult Swim cartoon in front of historical sites.…

September 23, 2021

in article about comfort characters, Harry Potter hugging Dobby

Emotionally Bonding With a Fictional Character? There’s a Term for That: ‘Comfort Characters’

Karen Lu, Yale University

Just because they're not real doesn't mean that they can't be a source of consolation or contentment.…

September 21, 2021

Tai Verdes’ Debut, ‘TV,’ Exudes Playful Pop and Resilience

Anna Hupp, University of Wyoming

On his first album, the singer-songwriter recklessly commits to music, helped by brutally honest lyrics, sonic sheen and a groundbreaking marketing strategy.…

September 20, 2021

Jake Bugg for album Saturday Night, Sunday Morning

‘Saturday Night, Sunday Morning’ Is Far From Jake Bugg’s Best Work

Mariam Nasief, Columbia University

The English musician’s new pop-sound may have been nothing more than a failed experiment.…

September 19, 2021

Mars Musician in article about TikTok art

‘Remember Me’ TikTok Trend Sees Creators Celebrating Unique Artists

L.R. Staples, Sarah Lawrence College

A cover by @mars_is_great is inspiring other users to include the song in videos of their own as they appreciate remarkable works.…

September 17, 2021

in an article about perfect pitch, a photo of Charlie Puth

Charlie Puth Proves That Perfect Pitch Is More Than Just a Random Skill

Jenna Nelson, Scripps College

The award-winning American singer has brought attention to his innate musical talent, making him a topic of conversation among musicians on YouTube.…

September 16, 2021

How K-Pop Redefined Masculinity (But There’s Still a Long Way To Go)

Lauren Sung, University of Georgia

Korean bands like H.O.T. and BTS have done a lot to normalize 'soft masculinity,' but South Korean culture as a whole remains patriarchal and heteronormative.…

September 16, 2021

An image of the cover of 'Malibu Rising'

‘Malibu Rising’ Ignites the Imaginations of Readers

Olivia Wisse, Hofstra University

This masterful modern historical fiction novel explores celebrity culture, family destiny and female strength — all on the glamorous surf of California.…

September 15, 2021

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Chloe Gong Reshapes a Classic Love Story in ‘These Violent Delights’

Alexandra Cortez, Trinity University

The debut novel twists 'Romeo and Juliet' into a story of high-stakes action with a cast of ruthless characters.…

September 14, 2021

Halsey cover for Verified If I Can’t Have Love, I Want Power

Halsey’s ‘If I Can’t Have Love, I Want Power’ Deals in Genre-Defying Dichotomy

Kelsi Karpinski, Michigan State University

In this artist's fourth concept album, they take back ownership of their body as both sexual and 'a gift to [their] child.'…

September 13, 2021

In an article about the album Sling, an illustration of Clairo

Clairo’s New Album ‘Sling’ Begs the Question: Clairo, Are You Okay?

Natalie Gabor, Indiana University-Bloomington

The popular indie artist known for her dreamy music explores deeper and more intense topics in her sophomore release.…

September 12, 2021

If You Like Brutally Honest Podcasts, Try ‘Rachel Uncensored’

Jenna Amore, Oakland University

YouTuber and 'All Things Internet' podcaster Rachel Ballinger no longer censors her language — or subject matter — in this deeply personal (and humourous!) offering.…

September 11, 2021