Sarah Gudenau, Oakland University

The phrase is popular on TikTok and it’s a good concept — here’s why you should start romanticizing your own life.

Abigail Adeleke, University of Miami

People once flocked to these two big cities, but faced with the pandemic, job losses and increasing costs of living, residents are now fleeing these American metropolises.

Elias Khoury, University of Michigan

Considering their reactions to the police shootings of Jacob Blake, Philando Castile and John Crawford, the right-wing seems to believe in a selective application of the Second Amendment.

Imani Benberry, Columbia University

Oftentimes fitting conventional, beauty standards gets you more opportunities in life. Here’s how this concept affects young adult women.

Caleb Mullenneaux, St. Olaf College

A disqualification at the U.S. Open marks the end of a difficult summer for the men’s singles world No. 1.

Daniel Reed

If you want the best bang for your buck, do your research first.

Madalyn Watson, Baylor University

With the loyalty of their customers and their city, two families in Waco, TX continue to grow their small restaurants amid the coronavirus pandemic.

Farah Javed, CUNY Baruch College

The archetype didn’t come from nowhere. Along with their ancestors BBQ Becky and Permit Patty, they all share a sense of entitlement, and oftentimes, a disregard for people of color.

McKenna Uzelac, Columbia University

The body positivity movement still maintains that beauty is important, but this new movement inspires self-love regardless of physical appearance.

Daniel Reed

Here are some things to be aware of if you’re going to get high in the Wolverine State.

Daniel Reed

There is nothing more furious than an argument between the book lover and tablet user. Where we read has become a badge of honor! What do you choose?

McKenna Uzelac, Columbia University

The boredom brought on by quarantine has caused many young people to increase their marijuana use. But is a fun pastime turning into reliance?

Daniel Reed

You’re going to need to know what goes into quality written composition, of course, but there’s a few other quirks you should know about.

Danielle Kuzel, Florida State University

Luxury bags have been the go-to status symbol for a while, but the top name brands are extremely inaccessible. Telfar changes the game.

Luke Gair, Sewanee: The University of the South

It’s time to recontextualize our perception of the porn industry and its subsequent associations with adult content creators. Unfortunately, Bella Thorne has complicated the matter.

Megan Stager, University of Pittsburgh

Japanese skincare products could be the more simplistic and affordable replacement to the Korean skincare routine we’ve all come to know.

Gabrielle Pascal, Hofstra University

The iconic actress was the first Black person to win an Academy Award, but in a cruel irony, it was for playing a caricatured role in a deeply racist Hollywood.

Ailun Shi, UC Berkeley

There can be a lot confusion around voting, but when the stakes are high, it’s important to know what’s going on. Here’s a quick guide.

Tess McGrinder, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

Some aspects of school sports lend themselves to disordered eating. It’s time for these programs to reexamine how they care for the mental and physical health of their athletes.

Alicia Furlan, University of Pittsburgh

Standard office furniture creates painful problems for many office workers outside of the average height range. Who is responsible for solving them?

Daniel Reed

It’s a serious topic that warrants attention, and oftentimes other people are the key to getting better.

Reem Farhat, Fordham University

By creating an inclusive community with justice at the forefront of their mission, the organization is changing the face of environmentalism.

Ailun Shi, UC Berkeley

Record temperatures have resulted in rolling blackouts in the western U.S. If you don’t have AC — or even power — here’s how to keep cool.

Daniel Reed

You don’t have to have a mouth full of metal anymore.

Chase Cutarelli, Columbia University

Over the last few months, there has been a surge of illegal firework displays across the nation. But what prompted them in the first place?

Daniel Reed

Just because you don’t have a lot of money doesn’t mean you can’t have fun with some online games of chance.

Elias Khoury, University of Michigan

The left-wing populist uses blistering words to speak out against a rigged economic system, as well as those who don’t fight hard enough against it.

Daniel Reed

It goes a lot further back than you think.

Juliana Fujii, Biola University

When creating content, some stars see disobeying government mandates as a small price to pay, proving not all influencers should be considered role models.

Katie Klear, Columbia College Chicago

How will your petaled beauties live their second life? Here are the many ways to prolong their value to you and your home.

Imani Benberry, Columbia University

The doll’s aesthetic is taking social media by storm, and serving as a reminder of an alternative femininity that’s more inclusive and empowering.

Hannah Docter-Loeb, Wesleyan University

With a database of unique traveling experiences, RV owners no longer have to stay in random parking lots or crowded state parks.

Audrey Martin, Boston University

The incumbent senator may be up in years, but his win against Kennedy proves voters aren’t looking for a youthful candidate — they’re looking for a progressive one.

Eva Halvax, University of Arizona

When the actress made $2 million in her first week on the platform, she unwittingly harmed the livelihoods of the smaller creators on the subscription service.

Chase Cutarelli, Columbia University

Many people are now relying on social media as their news sources, where misinformation spreads as fast as wildfire.

Nora Markey, Wesleyan University

Through phone banking, social media and more, you can advocate for the issues that matter the most to you.

Anna Barnard, St. Olaf College

Thinking about your experiences as a narrative instead of as a rigid path will aid you in leading a happier life.

Farah Javed, CUNY Baruch College

The Republican National Convention may have been light on national unity, but it did provide plenty of humorous fodder for the internet.

Tess McGrinder, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

While Gen Z and the Baby Boomers hash out petty stereotypes, the new generation is faced with a reality defined by screens, social distance and global risk.

Emilia Chavez, Rice University

With more people opting for off-campus housing this semester, this list should help those who are making food on their own for the first time.

Megan Stager, University of Pittsburgh

Some say that you can manifest good things by attracting ‘positive’ energy. However, the tenets of this argument don’t add up.

Srishti Tyagi, Cornell University

If your studying efforts are not reflected in the grades you received, psychology might hold the keys to your academic success.

Starr Shapiro, Columbia University

Guilty of participating in the biggest fraud in the history of college admissions, Aunt Becky and her spouse will spend only a few months in jail.

Imani Benberry, Columbia University

Ads and social media posts show that women’s fashion is turning away from fatphobia and body stigma.

Chloe Hamer, Pitzer College

Athletes continue to promote social change, seen especially with the NBA’s Milwaukee Bucks.

Emma Smith, Wesleyan University

HBO’s show offers a crystal clear picture of why communities need new ways to resolve conflicts and combat interpersonal violence.

Anna Barnard, St. Olaf College

Using her Instagram, Facebook group and blog, she helps those with the chronic gastrointestinal disorder get through the big and small problems alike.

Yasmeen Ludy, University of Michigan

‘Is this your king?!’ Yes, he is. The actor may have played King T’Challa in a movie, but his legacy reminds us he was a king in reality.

Danielle Kuzel, Florida State University

Service industry workers on the video-sharing platforms are letting users know which stars are kind and which ones are entitled.

Audrey Martin, Boston University

Usually silent on political issues, the comedian put his family-friendly jokes aside to express his vehement anger toward Donald Trump.

Renee Cantor, University of Pittsburgh

Backpacking through nature and sleeping in a tent under the stars isn’t for everyone, but it could be your next adventure.

Nora Markey, Wesleyan University

The guiding principles provide a framework for enjoying the great outdoors without disrupting the natural cycles of the environment.

Alicia Furlan, University of Pittsburgh

The board game has long been known for its dangerous ability to escalate tensions. But rather than avoiding this, maybe it’s the point.

Jackie Sizing, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

As a senior looking back on my time, I realized five pieces of advice I would have benefitted from as an incoming freshman.

Elias Khoury, University of Michigan

Although the 2020 Republican National Convention (RNC) came under unprecedented circumstances, the messaging was consistent: They don’t like Democrats.

Reem Farhat, Fordham University

Although men and women experience the phenomenon, women face more feelings of fear and inadequacy in their everyday lives — especially Black women.

Tamara Kamis, Cornell University

SafeBeat, an organization working to provide cardiac screenings, helps prevent the death of young individuals from cardiac arrest.

Chase Cutarelli, Columbia University

The symbol is garnering a racist and hateful history, but that isn’t stopping many people, and even schools, from proudly displaying it.

Brian Xi, University of California, Berkeley

Because of COVID-19 and quarantine, we depleted our environmental resources a little more slowly this year. That’s still not enough though.

Elias Khoury, University of Michigan

The campaign has adopted many of the strategies employed in 2016, even though Democrats lost. If they want a win, they need to make changes.

Katherine Brand, University of Michigan

These comments might not be explicitly homophobic, but they display the privilege of straight people and trivialize the negative experiences of queer women.

Emilia Chavez, Rice University

Although America is dealing with unprecedented times, the 2020 election still has echoes of the 2008 Obama/McCain race.

Luke Gair, Sewanee: The University of the South

Former child actors step into an entirely new spotlight in the HBO documentary, in which the interview subjects take the lead in telling their own stories.

Daniel Reed

If you want to succeed in business, you need to know what you’re doing.

Eva Halvax, University of Arizona

This documentary explores the globalization of hip-hop and the history that is integral to the genre’s aesthetics.

Emma Tavangari, UC Berkeley

The pandemic has proven that, beyond a shadow of a doubt, housing is health care. To provide it equitably and fairly, things need to change.

Danielle Kuzel, Florida State University

The concept might be able to help some people think critically about their actions, especially in situations involving race.

Renee Cantor, University of Pittsburgh

With the current state of the world, there are an overwhelming number of reasons to feel stressed. Mother Nature can help.

Brian Xi, University of California, Berkeley

Many men are afraid showing more skin will cause their masculinity to take a hit, but short shorts are sending toxic masculinity out the window.

Hannah Docter-Loeb, Wesleyan University

As coronavirus cases continue to increase, will students finally adhere to proper social distancing guidelines, or will they continue to ignore them?

Megan Stager, University of Pittsburgh

Avoid back strain and wallet drain by avoiding unnecessary purchases.

Alicia Furlan, University of Pittsburgh

New feminist safety classes not only teach women how to defend themselves in real-life scenarios, but also interrogate society’s response to violence.

Cathleen Luo, Columbia University

From an accidental discovery to an artistic pairing, knowing your cheese can make it a staple in your diet.

Nora Markey, Wesleyan University

The Democratic nominee’s environmental justice plans are similar to the Green New Deal, but he has yet to commit his support to the resolution.

Katherine Brand, University of Michigan

This plot device is one of the most overdone romantic clichés out there. Should it be left behind, or is there a way to make it new again?

Ailun Shi, UC Berkeley

The plan will rid Americans of apps, telecommunications carriers and cloud-based services connected to Chinese companies.

Emma Smith, Wesleyan University

I’ve come to understand the pandemic through a scientific lens, thanks to the medical insights of my parents. 

Hannah Reynoso, University of Iowa

Fleeting are the days when princesses were for girls and Nerf guns were for boys.

Tamara Kamis, Cornell University

The pandemic has made helping out in person a lot more difficult, but there are plenty of opportunities to give back right from home.

McKenna Uzelac, Columbia University

As COVID-19 has drastically changed vacation plans, people have explored alternative options for summer getaways.

Anna Barnard, St. Olaf College

It may look difficult, but it’s an easy alternative to other needlework that can help you escape from your pandemic woes.

McKenna Uzelac, Columbia University

As eco-friendly shopping becomes more trendy, NYC secondhand shops are receiving more attention. But some are better than others.

Tess McGrinder, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

While schools are struggling to open with on-campus instruction, social pressures fostered by fraternities and sororities are increasing the threat of COVID-19.

Daniel Reed

You’re rolling in Bitcoins, but how to keep your earnings safe?

Chloe Hamer, Pitzer College

These influential and socially aware individuals are more than capable of running the Oval Office.

Abigail Campos, University of Texas at San Antonio

From ‘Hunger Games’ to ‘Maze Runner,’ movies and books about fighting oppressive governments may play a part in spurring young people to action.

Katie Klear, Columbia College Chicago

With time on your hands and trash in your bin, why not try composting as your latest quarantine project? It’s easier than you might think.

Hannah Docter-Loeb, Wesleyan University

There are plenty of professions out there for those who’ve studied living organisms and aren’t interested in pursuing a career as a doctor.

Daniel Reed

It’s becoming more and more popular, but there are some things you should know before you jump in.

Brian Xi, University of California, Berkeley

As the beloved brand prepares to close its California locations due to the pandemic, an uncertain future for the company’s U.S. operations presents itself.

Imani Benberry, Columbia University

The use of African American Vernacular English has become increasingly popular on social media, but ultimately, it exploits Black expression.

Emma Tavangari, UC Berkeley

The current global pandemic has impacted every sector of public health and politics. Reproductive rights are no exception.

Daniel Reed

The game’s not just for the elderly.

Alicia Furlan, University of Pittsburgh

The Psychology Today blog speaks not only to the joys of recovery, but also to the pains of struggling with the disorder.

Elias Khoury, University of Michigan

The conservative pundit and attorney is living proof that racism can hide behind academia, and that no one’s claims should go uninvestigated.

Megan Stager, University of Pittsburgh

This standing meditation practice could be an integral part of your self-care toolbox and aid in your relaxation.

Srishti Tyagi, Cornell University

Going to the doctor isn’t always an option now, but not everyone has access to the necessary devices for virtual visits. A group of college students is trying to change that.

Tess McGrinder, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

This social movement wants us to deeply contemplate how we spend our money, and how we can make the biggest impact on the world.

Daniel Reed

The Keystone State has quite a few options for those that want to gamble on the internet.

Reem Farhat, Fordham University

Muslim women are seeing themselves depicted in industries like fashion and television, but there is still work to be done toward valuable inclusion.