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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 an article about food essayists A.J. Liebling and M.F.K. Fisher, a pastel table features various pastries including a croissant, pie, muffin, black coffee, and bacon and eggs.

The Lost Art of Food Writing

Matthew Doss, University of Chicago

A.J. Liebling and M.F.K. Fisher’s essays illustrate that the overlooked genre is the best thing since sliced bread.…

September 21, 2023

In an article about the future of AI in Hollyowod, a group of people walk around as one blue-toned, computer-constructed figure walks among them in front of a lime green background.

Extinction of the Extra

Connor Lindsay, Queens University of Charlotte

How AI Advancements May Replace Background Actors…

September 20, 2023

In an article about top ten characters, a brightly colored collection of character shillouettes. Pokemon in yellow, batman in purple, louise belcher in green, sailor moon in pink, and bart simpson in yellow.

The Top Ten Club: A Guide to Highlighting Your TV Show Faves

Brynn Crisenbery, Northern Arizona University

Seeing how your taste in characters changes over time…

September 20, 2023

In an article about online aesthetics, vines entangle a person's hand while they hold their phone and scroll through images.

Online Aesthetic Stifles Individualism

Anne Bannon, Scripps College

Preserving identity in the age of TikTok.…

September 20, 2023

In an article about a new play premiering at Blank Theatre, a girl with blonde hair in a white shirt smiles into the camera.

Interview with a Student Playwright: Dylan Malloy’s ‘The Groundwater’ at Los Angeles’ Blank Theatre Company

Ava Coates, Emory University

This Emory University student’s work was recently produced on a big stage.…

September 19, 2023

In an article about Tinashe's new album 'BB/Angel,' a woman with blonde hair looks up. She wears a white tee shirt with a slip dress over it. A hand-drawn angel halo is above her head.

Album Review: Tinashe Keeps it Solid on ‘BB/ANG3L’

Avery Heeringa, Columbia College Chicago

The R&B empress delivers a divine collection of seven forward-thinking earworms. …

September 19, 2023

In an article about Olivia Rodrigo's album "Guts," a hand-drawn recreation of the album cover. Rodrigo lays against a purple background with a series of rings on her finger, spelling the word "GUTS" in red letters.

Album Review: Olivia Rodrigo Spills Her ‘Guts’ in These 3 Songs

Sarah Deavers, University of Virginia

The artist’s sophomore album encapsulates tales of resentment, revenge and reflection in contagious choruses and vulnerable vocals.…

September 18, 2023

In an article about the band Snarky Puppy, a dog wearing headphones presses its paws against its cheeks.

An Introduction to Snarky Puppy

Matthew Doss, University of Chicago

These four listening recommendations are perfect introductions to the award-winning jazz fusion band's sound.…

September 17, 2023

In an article about comic books and manga, a person reads a volume of manga.

What Happened to Comic Books?

Malaki Lingg, The University of Texas at San Antonio

In the age of the internet, manga has enjoyed greater success and popularity than other mediums.…

September 17, 2023

In an article about Chicago bookstores, the state flag of Chicago flies above a shelve of books as a neon "open" sign glows.

Four Chicago Bookstores for Four Personalities

Steffi Stoffel, Columbia College Chicago

Don’t overlook the thriving bookstore scene in Chicago.…

September 16, 2023

Fast Food Brands’ Ad Campaigns Adapt to Gen Z’s Appetite for Relatable Marketing

Milan Parker, Emory University

With Wendy's as the champion of the movement, many fast-food companies are taking to social media to launch ad campaigns that are more relatable to Gen Z.…

September 16, 2023

In an article about Annika Bennett, Bennett leans out the window of a blue car, her blonde hair rippling in the wind beneath the title of her latest EP: 'Madwoman.'

‘Madwoman’: Annika Bennett Embraces Vulnerability

Sarah Deavers, University of Virginia

In her newest EP, the up-and-coming singer-songwriter vocalizes the stories of her life with power and poignancy. …

September 15, 2023

In an article about going back to school as an adult, various school supplies are spread out across the carpet of a small bedroom.

Back to School at 35

Shannon Strenfel, Arizona State University

Choosing your life's path can be uncomfortable, but going back to school and changing my life brought me the happiness I had been seeking.…

September 15, 2023

In an article about Drake, a white dog scribbled in chalk sits in a picture-like square.

Drake Will Be Done with It the Moment He Stops Having Fun with It

Olivia Hinck, Siena College

Love him or hate him, the 6 god has undeniably provided us with a lifetime supply of hits for any mood.…

September 14, 2023

In an article about Ariana Grande, the singer is drawn in black-and-white in front of an enormous moon and the words "ten years."

A Decade of Ariana Grande

Avery Heeringa, Columbia College Chicago

Ten years after the start of Ariana Grande's career, let's take a trip down "Honeymoon Avenue" to revisit her six studio albums.…

September 13, 2023

In an article about the recent theater closure. a chandelier shines in center in front of an empty theater. The words "closed" are written on a sheeet.

A Thousand Year Industry is Nearing Blackout

Ava Coates, Emory University

Who will Save our Local Theaters?…

September 13, 2023

A graphic of Isabel LaRosa in a short white dress holding a wooden cross upside down against a wire fence.

Unholy Heartbreak: Isabel LaRosa’s New EP

Sarah Deavers, University of Virginia

Secret relationships and a belief in a higher power are unveiled in Isabel LaRosa’s new EP, “YOU FEAR THE GOD THAT LOVES YOU.”…

September 12, 2023

In an article about the Once Upon A Book reading challenge, a stack of books are arranged on a yellow dresser.

The 2023 Once Upon a Book Club Reading Challenge

Brynn Crisenbery, Northern Arizona University

There are so many reading options out there. Luckily, there’s an easy fix to this—reading challenges.…

September 11, 2023

In an article about Noah Cyrus, the singer, dressed in all white, stands in front of her name, spelled in red letters on a black background.

Noah Cyrus Is Exactly What Music Needs

Avery Heeringa, Columbia College Chicago

Noah Cyrus has battled the pressures of addiction and being forced into fame at a young age, but has emerged triumphant as a rare lyrical talent.…

September 10, 2023

An illustration of a woman standing at the door of a dark basement with walls covered in red.

‘Barbarian’: Where Unsettling Horror Meets Intelligent Commentary

Joshua Laine, Emmanuel College

This 2022 horror flick explores the unique fears that many women face.…

September 9, 2023

In an article about Pamela Anderson, the actress wears a black suit and stands on a white carpet that reads "Baywatch Fall 2023 Campaign."

Pamela Anderson Takes Charge: ‘Baywatch’ and Female Exploitation in the Nineties

Shannon Strenfel, Arizona State University

Pamela Anderson, like many other actresses, was valued exclusively for her good looks in the 1990s. Today, she has moved past appearances and is establishing herself as a powerful, intelligent woman.…

September 9, 2023