Thoughts - Page 108

Why Men Should Consider Taking Their Wife’s Last Name

Erika Skorstad, Champlain College

Saying 'I do' doesn't have to mean saying goodbye to a crucial part of a woman's identity.…

August 17, 2018

Why ‘BlacKkKlansman’ Is a Wasted Opportunity

Jonathan Christian, Northwest Vista College

The newest race-oriented Spike Lee joint is too rooted in America’s past to push the conversation forward.…

August 16, 2018

Instagram Influencers Need to Stop Trivializing Social Issues in the Name of ‘Humor’

Caitlyn Conville, Bergen Community College

You wouldn't laugh when your friend is cheated on in real life, so why would you laugh when it happens on screen?…

August 16, 2018

The De-Platforming of Alex Jones Strengthens Free Speech

Vanessa Chen, Franklin and Marshall College

Social media companies are writing the protocol for policing internet hate speech in real time, and this time they got it right.…

August 16, 2018

Yes, the Environmental Movement Sometimes Discriminates Against the Disabled

Raina Sciocchetti, Unity College

But it can easily avoid doing so.…

August 16, 2018

ICE Is Continuing to Targeting Immigrant Activists

Josue Romero, Southwest School of Art

Eighteen-year-old Sergio 'Mapache' Salazar was detained by ICE two weeks ago and has yet to be released.…

August 16, 2018

Anne Ortelee’s ‘Weekly Weather’ Is the Perfect Pod for Crucial Astrological Info

Sarah Penix, Ohio University

Ortelee breaks down each week's planetary transits so you can get the most out of your horoscope.…

August 16, 2018

Snapchat Might Be Linked to a Rise in Teenage Plastic Surgeries

Kate Maxwell, NC State University

Teens want to go under the knife to look like their fave filters.…

August 15, 2018

Liberalism Isn’t Just for the Kids

Abby Hall, Hollins University

The same adults criticizing the progressive movements of today were the ones leading them 40 years ago.…

August 15, 2018

‘I Am A Killer’ Will Have You Second-Guessing Death Row

Caleb Edwards, Michigan State University

By focusing on the killers instead of the victims, the Netflix docuseries turns a familiar formula on its head.…

August 15, 2018

Subway Hands Provides an Intimate Glimpse into the Lives of New York City Commuters

Lexi Anderson, Pratt Institute

The Instagram page is filled with candid snapshots of subway riders' hands.…

August 14, 2018

You’ll Want to Dump ‘The Spy Who Dumped Me’

Alexandra Fabugais-Inaba, Rutgers University

The movie is more of a staged opportunity for Kunis and McKinnon to goof off than it is an actual film.…

August 13, 2018

Kanye Continues to Raise Questions About Trump, but Has Few Answers

Rebecca Crosby, American University

On 'Jimmy Kimmel Live!' Kanye reaffirmed his support for Trump, before being hit with a question that left him stunned.…

August 13, 2018

The All-Asian Cast of ‘Crazy Rich Asians’ Is Being Criticized for Its Lack of Diversity

Cameron Andersen, New York University

Diversity of clothing designers, that is.…

August 13, 2018

4 Reasons Idris Elba Would Be the Perfect James Bond

Maya Ramani, University of Virginia

His name is Elba, Idris Elba.…

August 13, 2018

Alt-Righters Gathered in Washington, D.C., and Were Swarmed by Counter-Protesters

Katie Sheets, University of Vermont

The Unite the Right 2 crowd drew only a tenth of its estimated number of attendees.…

August 13, 2018

The Daily Uncertainty of Being a DACA Dreamer

Josue Romero, Southwest School of Art

Planning for the future is hard when someone else is deciding it for you.…

August 13, 2018

What American Students Can Learn from Chinese Sang Culture

Vanessa Chen, Franklin and Marshall College

Despair is in.…

August 13, 2018

How You Can Use Draconic Astrology to Better Understand Your Soul

Sarah Penix, Ohio University

If that's something you want, of course.…

August 13, 2018

Why the Push to Replace Snow Days with E-Learning Needs to Chill

Michelle Dreyer, Southern New Hampshire University

Let them build Frosty.…

August 12, 2018

It’s Time for YouTube to Start Promoting Shane Dawson’s Content

Melissa Lee, State University of New York at Oswego

Face it: Shane is one of the best things to ever happen to YouTube.…

August 12, 2018

3 Tips for Starting a Freelance Writing Career in College

Thomas Turner, University of Rhode Island

Money and experience? Where do I sign?…

August 12, 2018

We Need to Revive Kids’ Sketch Comedy Shows, STAT

Myah Clinton, University of Alabama at Birmingham

Step aside, Nickelodeon, it's time for a new era.…

August 11, 2018

Cuing a Nationwide Face Palm, Lindsay Lohan Has Spoken Out Against #MeToo

Katie Sheets, University of Vermont

Not something Hallie or Annie from 'The Parent Trap' would do, TBH.…

August 10, 2018

Twitter Has Decided That Alex Jones’ Hate Speech Wasn’t Quite Hateful Enough

Cameron Andersen, New York University

Their silence is allowing the wrong people to stay loud.…

August 10, 2018

#JacksBowls and #MeToo Are at Each Other’s Necks on Twitter

Jamie Lovley, University of Maine

Nothing makes workplace harassment palatable like teriyaki sauce.…

August 10, 2018

The Oscars Are Making Some Controversial New Changes

Kate Maxwell, NC State University

Their new concept is a frontrunner for the least intelligent idea award.…

August 10, 2018

7 Tabletop Role-Playing Games for Newbies

Erika Skorstad, Champlain College

As fun as 'Dungeons & Dragons,' but without the cultural baggage.…

August 9, 2018

10 Things You Need to Bring to Survive Your First Fan Convention

Casey LaValley, Ferris State University

Summer convention season awaits. Are you ready?…

August 9, 2018

On the Eve of His 119th Birthday, a Look Into the Legacy of Alfred Hitchcock

Caitlyn Conville, Bergen Community College

His films and notoriety are definitely not for 'The Birds.'…

August 9, 2018