Alicia Furlan, University of Pittsburgh

We’re used to seeing them on social media and our initial reaction is often disgust. But what happens when we really scrutinize our hesitations?

Cathleen Luo, Columbia University

Although it’s often dismissed in the West, its holistic approach to health means that it has a lot of merit.

Abigail Campos, University of Texas at San Antonio

Wanderlust can be romantic, but dropping everything to visit foreign countries doesn’t necessarily make you more authentic, and it’s an opportunity that not everyone has.

Tess McGrinder, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

The musical superstar has opened up about his own struggles with his body, and sparked a dialogue about a topic that’s often overlooked.

Megan Stager, University of Pittsburgh

It is certainly possible to enjoy the practical and artistic sides of the style without feeding into ego-driven exclusivity.

Katherine Brand, University of Michigan

Reselling thrifted items for outrages prices is contributing to the gentrification of thrift stores, harming those who rely on cheaper prices.

Anna Barnard, St. Olaf College

Wilson is educating her social media followers on the importance of nutrition and the role it plays in mental health.

Daniel Reed

Everyone is looking for an edge, and that includes what you put into your body.

Katie Klear, Columbia College Chicago

It’s the same food that the supermarket sells, so why the stigma?

Cathleen Luo, Columbia University

Songs, movies and art about romance are everywhere, but let’s not forget about how rewarding deep friendships can be.

Hannah Reynoso, University of Iowa

Peanut butter? Mac and cheese? Don’t knock these strange burger combinations till you try them.

Anna Swenson, Butler University

Dating someone in the military is never easy, but it can be even more difficult when trying to get a degree. Still, it can be done.

Ailun Shi, UC Berkeley

From black squares to grayscale selfies accompanied with #ChallengeAccepted, Instagram activism is turning more and more into a bandwagon for people to jump on. Is it harming the original movements?

Emma Tavangari, UC Berkeley

The festival has gone through many iterations, but only some that stay true to Pride’s activist roots. This year, though, it returned to its militant origins.

Daniel Reed

The platform is everywhere, but there’s a few things it won’t cover. It all depends on your location.

Brian Xi, University of California, Berkeley

As is the case for many things, going digital can often make for a less personal experience. However, in this case, there are several benefits. 

Reem Farhat, Fordham University

As universities plan to return to campus in the fall, it is clear that they have failed to consider the safety and concerns of students who live off campus.

Yasmeen Ludy, University of Michigan

While many people are expressing discomfort with presidential candidate Yeezy’s remarks, others are expressing concern for the artist’s psychological state.

Julia Greene, Columbia College Chicago

Making your room into an efficient place to work and an enjoyable place to live can improve your mental health, promote productivity and encourage mindfulness.

Daniel Reed

From bingo to mahjong, there are classic ways to have fun from all around the globe.

Ailun Shi, UC Berkeley

July saw the historic passage of Comet NEOWISE. Even if you missed its dance across the night sky, there are plenty of astrological phenomena to come.

Sarah Gudenau, Oakland University

Knowing how your significant other likes to give and receive affection is the key to good communication and a lasting partnership.

Luke Gair, Sewanee: The University of the South

Though the annual awards ceremony seeks to celebrate television’s best, one look at the nominees suggests it’s really just glorified gatekeeping. Why should media consumers rely on an oppressive institution to deem what is and is not worthy of watching?

Daniel Reed

What’s the best way to keep yourself from going online to gamble?

Olivia Dimond, Bates College

Many people think of the disorder as a learning disability that makes kids hyper and easily distracted, but it’s much more complicated than that.

Elias Khoury, University of Michigan

Although it may extract some concessions for the youth, the agenda may compromise more than it ought to.

Jackie Sizing, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

Working in customer service can mean angry customers and long hours on your feet, but it can also mean gaining skills that will benefit you for years to come.

Abigail Campos, University of Texas at San Antonio

While showrunners and directors may applaud themselves for putting Latinx faces into their films and television shows, not all representation is created equal.

Daniel Reed

Just because you’re on a budget doesn’t mean you can’t get creative.

Katherine Brand, University of Michigan

The popular singers’ recent behavior on social media has fans concerned that she is being manipulated by a controlling conservatorship.

Yasmeen Ludy, University of Michigan

The award-winning filmmaker has turned to the medium of paint to honor her culture and familial roots.

Gabrielle Pascal, Hofstra University

Being an aspiring professional photographer is much more than just building a portfolio. Here are some tips on how to learn more about the industry.

Daniel Reed

Casinos and gambling operators offer a lot of incentives to get you to play. What do they all mean?

Juliana Fujii, Biola University

People who share protagonists’ identities shouldn’t only author books. Their feedback can vastly improve how books represent marginalized groups.

Tess McGrinder, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

These days we need to remind ourselves that there will be a future. Get to it. Once you start writing, the words will simply come to you.

Chloe Hamer, Pitzer College

The Olympic gymnast’s recent controversial Vogue cover story has revealed that the magazine has a long way to go to empower Black voices and creators.

Hannah Docter-Loeb, Wesleyan University

His contributions to the restaurant industry, as well as his philanthropy and activism, make him much more than the usual food celebrity.

Hannah Reynoso, University of Iowa

As school nears and students prepare to move into their dorms and apartments, this beverage is replacing the shelves that once contained Keurig pods and paper filters.

Katie Klear, Columbia College Chicago

They may be operating differently in the midst of the coronavirus pandemic, but they’re still providing many benefits to local communities.

Daniel Reed

Whether you’re taking a break from studying or just bored, there’s something for you.

Julia Greene, Columbia College Chicago

Over-the-phone and online counseling have gained popularity due to COVID-19, but they have benefits that will outlast social distancing and isolation.

Madelyn Haasken, Bemidji State University

Don’t let the claims of easy money and flexible schedules suck you in — it’s not uncommon to lose money due to MLMs.

Sarah Gudenau, Oakland University

Here’s how to find inspiration and rekindle the desire to create for any artistic endeavor, whether it’s writing or painting or playing music, after you’ve hit a creative roadblock.

Cathleen Luo, Columbia University

The artist has highlighted the absurdity of existence in her works since the 1950s, but her message feels more relevant now than ever.

Jackie Sizing, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

These accounts are giving the gossip on some of YouTube’s biggest influencers — and playing a not insignificant role in online cancel culture.

Daniel Reed

Sometimes you need to take whatever help you can get.

Megan Stager, University of Pittsburgh

Learning a new language may seem like an intimidating goal, but the many benefits outweigh the challenges.

Mitchell Tanaka, Chapman University

The actor and the former presidential candidate’s responses to COVID-19-era xenophobia echo a long history of the ‘assimilation versus integration’ debate.

Elias Khoury, University of Michigan

With the rise of youth involvement in protests, many are curious if the increase in political activity will be seen at the ballot box.

Brian Xi, University of California, Berkeley

The iconic buffet chain is another victim of the pandemic, but what will we remember about them, and what can we expect from similar restaurants in the future?

Abigail Campos, University of Texas at San Antonio

Giving back can take place right from your phone.

Madalyn Watson, Baylor University

For newly legal adults, it’s important to know how to make your favorite drinks at home. Here are some simple recipes for classic concoctions.

Tess McGrinder, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

Netflix, podcasts and books are just a few of the tools you can use to continue learning a new language.

Katherine Brand, University of Michigan

From compelling female leads to subversive views of sexuality and the body, this list offers terrifying films where the women are in charge.

Juliana Fujii, Biola University

Instead of villainizing technology just because it’s trendy, Cal Newport makes a compelling case for satisfaction that runs deeper than pings and pixels.

Audrey Martin, Boston University

I started running because I wanted to get back in shape, but it was my mental health that improved more than anything else.

Farah Javed, CUNY Baruch College

The skin whitening cream perpetuates the notion that lighter skin is better than darker skin.

Ailun Shi, UC Berkeley

Everyone has heard of toxic masculinity’s pressure on men to conform. But this trend can be just as damaging to women.

Emilia Chavez, Rice University

This new HBO documentary exposes the terrifying vulnerabilities in the American voting system that cannot be ignored in 2020.

Chloe Hamer, Pitzer College

The concept provides an artistic and powerful way to engage in social change by coaxing our imagination to connect us to the voices of the past.

Katie Klear, Columbia College Chicago

Searching through the trash is not exactly glamorous, but its many benefits might outweigh the ‘yuck’ factor.

Emma Tavangari, UC Berkeley

It’s important to hold people with platforms accountable, but there is a critical difference between shutting them down and educating them.

Abigail Adeleke, University of Miami

Now more than ever, people are calling on brands to step up. The culture magazine took another step in the right direction by having Dario Calmese shoot their cover.

Tamara Kamis, Cornell University

The pandemic has undoubtedly taken a toll on many people’s psychological well-being. Here’s a way to advocate for someone close to you.

Brian Xi, University of California, Berkeley

While minimalism is all the rage, throwing out those ‘unnecessary’ items may be one of your biggest regrets in the long run.

Alicia Furlan, University of Pittsburgh

Having friends of friends has long been presumed to be beneficial, but perhaps it’s more stressful than we’ve been thought.

Jackie Sizing, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

Why isn’t the content creator being held to the same standards as everyone else on the platform?

Emily Jewett, University of San Diego

The YouTuber’s untimely death opens conversations on racial disparities in health care, especially as it relates to maternal mortality.

Daniel Reed

Morning, night or afternoon — which is best?

Hannah Docter-Loeb, Wesleyan University

As a summer counselor, you’ll learn many valuable skills that will prepare you for the real world.

Abigail Campos, University of Texas at San Antonio

Believe it or not, the tribe is not made up of werewolves, but is a real-life tribe of human beings.

Daniel Reed

It’s not easy, but with help, you can do it.

Reem Farhat, Fordham University

Their recent release of offensive products has consumers outraged, but the company’s fast fashion practices and sweatshops hurt much more than feelings.

Chase Cutarelli, Columbia University

America’s LGBTQ+ community should be recognized on the National Mall, alongside other minorities within the country.

Gabrielle Pascal, Hofstra University

Fighting racism, sexism and injustice, their resilience remained unwavering. These icons’ legacies mark them as trailblazers.

Tess McGrinder, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

Whether it’s a rowing machine or a long-term friendship gone toxic, there’s always room to grow, or row, together after being apart.

Ailun Shi, UC Berkeley

Washing your clothes by hand may be the solution to preserving your garments and saving the environment.

Farah Javed, CUNY Baruch College

Traditional religious clothing marks brown people as targets of discrimination. Meanwhile, companies and celebrities rebrand these styles as chic and trendy.

James C. Loftis, University of North Texas

Dungeons and Dragons is now more popular than ever, but does the game provide a safe space for all its players?

Katie Klear, Columbia College Chicago

For some, figuring out how to tell the world who they are is a wonderful, liberating step, but it may not be the right choice for all.

Chloe Hamer, Pitzer College

The philosopher’s theories of the ‘studium’ and the ‘punctum’ explains why we prefer certain creative works over others.

Hannah Reynoso, University of Iowa

From a robotic dog to a miniature WALL-E lookalike, these cute devices will keep you company while you’re getting your work done.

Daniel Reed

You’ve seen the shows, now check out the slots.

Emma Tavangari, UC Berkeley

We’ve known about the gendered difference in pay for decades, but little has been fixed. With a new work environment ahead, now is the time to make changes.

Reem Farhat, Fordham University

Content producers are suffering from overwork, stress and exhaustion as they attempt to satisfy audiences and algorithms quickly and successfully.

Alicia Furlan, University of Pittsburgh

Whether it’s the International Day of Non-Violence (Oct. 2) or National Doughnut Day (June 4), who’s to say that you can’t choose to make the time special?

Chase Cutarelli, Columbia University

Khalil Gibran Muhammad’s exploration of African Americans during the Progressive Era unveils the prejudice behind evidence of Black criminality.

Sarah Gudenau, Oakland University

The trend ravaging TikTok can trace its ancestry to another sexist archetype — and both are the result of internalized misogyny.

Daniel Reed

The new decade is seeing more and more games getting played on the internet.

Abigail Adeleke, University of Miami

The policy elicited its fair share of outrage, and although the policy may have been withdrawn, calls to have the controversial law enforcement agency abolished are on the rise.

Mitchell Tanaka, Chapman University

The Capital Hill Occupied Protest has been a recent source of controversy, but one college student’s experiences paint a picture of peace and community.

Imani Benberry, Columbia University

By focusing on fullness and hunger, college students can transform their overall health by simply listening to their body.

Nora Markey, Wesleyan University

You don’t need a yard to start gardening. You can easily grow fresh, healthy produce from your counters or windows.

Kaitlyn Nuebel, University of Pittsburgh

Documentaries like Netflix’s ‘Have a Good Trip’ and ’Neurons to Nirvana’ show that at a time when the world is dangerously divided, the use of hallucinogens could help fill the void between us.

Brian Xi, University of California, Berkeley

Online mobilization might not have the same impact as making a donation or participating in protests, but it is still an important tool for political change.

Eva Halvax, University of Arizona

Cryptic terms and complicated processes can obscure how power is actually exercised in this country, and make politics inaccessible to the public.

Jackie Sizing, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

With Election Day only being a few months away, Kanye West is extremely late in announcing his intentions to be a part of the 2020 presidential race.

Farah Javed, CUNY Baruch College

As people scroll through Instagram and Twitter during lockdown, they are forced to confront images from injustices around the world.

Megan Stager, University of Pittsburgh

Anyone attempting to learn without guidance should be aware of the roadblocks that come with simply watching informative videos without actively engaging.

Ailun Shi, UC Berkeley

Adulthood is rife with people who no longer believe that they can ‘do art.’ But these different approaches might convince people to let go of their fears.