Thoughts - Page 102

Taylor Swift Is Now a Political Icon, and We’re Here For It

Gracie Riley, University of South Carolina-Columbia

Look what you made me do. (Spoiler: it’s voting.)…

October 15, 2018

Unimpressed by Modern Rap? Try Some Saba

Brandon Scott, University of New Hampshire

The Chicago-based musician is everything good about timeless hip hop.…

October 15, 2018

Although Successful, ‘Venom’ Is Little More Than a Big-Budget PAM

Megan Mehta, University of Illinois at Chicago

Sony's foray into the Marvel universe is predictably formulaic.…

October 15, 2018

In Contemporary Punk Rock, Women Are Nowhere to Be Seen

Marianne Quijano, Texas A&M University

Headbanging doesn't have to be only for guys.…

October 12, 2018

Who Will Run for President in 2020? Here Are the Frontrunners

Becca Blyn, Harvey Mudd College

The future of the Oval Office is as unclear as it's ever been, but a few likely options have emerged.…

October 12, 2018

How Republicans Helped to Fuel a Blue Wave

Candace Baker, University of Texas at Austin

The Democrats are coming.…

October 12, 2018

Where’s the Facebook Filter for Indonesia?

Sierra Zareck, Haverford College

The lack of support for the Asian nation is just another example of the Western world's disregard for non-white countries.…

October 11, 2018

The Pros and Cons of Forming Most of Your Friendships Online

Guest Contributor

IRL vs. URL.…

October 10, 2018

An Interview with Mark Kessen, the Founder of Vaping Daily

Daniel Reed

The creator of the largest online vaping community in the world discusses trends in the industry, e-cigarettes, legislation and his personal preferences.…

October 10, 2018

How China Made Its Biggest Movie Star Disappear

Michael Wu, Case Western Reserve University

Fan Bingbing, one of China's most famous movie stars, vanished for three months. Who was to blame? Her government.…

October 9, 2018

Kanye’s Newest Thoughts on Trump, Explained

Victoria Macias, University of California, San Diego

Kanye's MAGA hat and pro-Trump rhetoric has left fans upset, America confused and everyone wondering: Where is this coming from?    …

October 9, 2018

Introducing the Eisenhower Matrix, Your Tool for Defeating the Mid-Semester Slow-Down

Jocelyn Campos, University of Texas at San Antonio

You either do or you delegate, there is no procrastinate.…

October 9, 2018

J.K. Rowling’s Casting of Nagini Is Just History Repeating Itself

Marianne Quijano, Texas A&M University

Racist media tropes are alive and well, and apparently deeply embedded into Rowling's psyche.…

October 9, 2018

5 Reasons Why Political Awareness Is Crucial for Our Generation

Lexi Anderson, Pratt Institute

The Trump memes won't help us in the long run.…

October 9, 2018

Why the #IBelieveHer Movement Is Now More Critical Than Ever

Sarah Brown, University of Florida

In the fight for women's rights, the movement is the natural successor to #MeToo.…

October 8, 2018

Surrounded by Furry Creatures, Finding Your Inner Zen Is No Sweat

Sara Perkins, University of IndianapolisandGuest Contributor

Cat yoga is the hottest thing in fitness. So 'pawmaste,' my friends.…

October 5, 2018

Your October Horoscope

Sarah Penix, Ohio University

It might be spooky szn, but your life doesn't have to be scary this month.…

October 4, 2018

Brett Kavanaugh’s Trial Is Just Another Example of White Male Privilege

Lily Harrington, University of Georgia

#MeTwo, #MeThree, #MeFour……

October 4, 2018

After a Long Wait, Lil Wayne’s ‘Tha Carter V’ Is Finally Here

Zachary Truesdale, University of Texas at San Antonio

The album nearly five years in the making, and reportedly Wayne's last, has arrived.…

October 1, 2018

Alice Procter Is Raging Against the Museum

Jen Tombs, University of Warwick

With her Uncomfortable Art tours, the anti-establishment art historian is challenging how we approach galleries.…

October 1, 2018

Backdrop: The Easy Intimacy of Brooklyn

Emlyn Orr, Pratt Institute

At Pratt Institute in Brooklyn, student photographer Emlyn Orr captures human connections.…

October 1, 2018

Crazy, Politically Engaged Asians

Christine Fang, University of California San Diego

Could the uptick in Asian-American representation help move the needle in the midterm elections?…

October 1, 2018

The Glamorous Pitfalls of Celebrity Activism

Tricia Crimmins, Bates College

When stars dabble in public affairs, philanthropy can get messy.…

October 1, 2018

Afros, Cornrows, Weaves and the Roots of Identity

Danielle Richardson, Florida State University

As black women find increasing representation in media, their hairstyles get political.…

October 1, 2018

Indigenous Peoples’ Day and You: How to Celebrate This Oct. 8

Ayanna Totten, East Stroudsburg University

As Columbus Day fades into history, here’s how to celebrate its rightful replacement.…

October 1, 2018

Meet Artist Ashiya Kisa, the Watercolor Foodie

Caitlyn Conville, Bergen Community College

The Russian visual artist’s breathtaking illustrations will leave your jaw hanging and mouth watering.…

October 1, 2018

Melissa Potter and the Revolution in the Art World

Josue Romero, Southwest School of Art

According to a school of thought Potter champions called social practice, change is the art.…

October 1, 2018

Celia Edell, aka Ceedling, Is YouTube’s Budding Philosopher

Lexi Anderson, Pratt Institute

The doctoral student and video creator is helping sow commonsense feminism across the internet.…

October 1, 2018

San Antonio’s Tricentennial Is a Celebration of … What Exactly?

Josue Romero, Southwest School of Art

The city’s historic celebration of its 300th anniversary has brought questions of colonialism, white-washing and identity to the fore.…

September 28, 2018

Dunkin’ Bids Adieu to the Donuts

Cameron Andersen, New York University

The more things change, the worse they get.…

September 28, 2018