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Connecting with the Next Generation of Consumers: How Gen Z Shaped Modern Marketing

Daniel Reed

The world of marketing has undergone a dramatic transformation over time.…

October 20, 2024

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A Guide to Choosing the Right Payroll Check Printing Software

Daniel Reed

When managing payroll efficiently and accurately, businesses rely on payroll check printing software.…

October 8, 2024

Here's the image depicting a moving day in a suburban neighborhood near Boston

Moving Made Easy: My Experience with Boston Movers

Daniel Reed

Generally, moving is often cited as one of the most challenging things in life, but when I recently moved from my small downtown Boston apartment into a larger house out in the suburbs, I realized…

October 8, 2024

digital illustration showcasing eco-friendly online slot games

Sustainability in Game Design: The Eco-Friendly Shift in Online Slots

Daniel Reed

Sustainability has become a buzzword across many industries, and the world of gaming is no exception.…

October 8, 2024

Digital Dice: Exploring the Top Canadian Mobile Casinos for College Gamers

Daniel Reed

Canadian college gamers are increasingly turning towards mobile casinos for entertainment in the rapidly evolving landscape of mobile gaming.…

February 20, 2024

Exploring the Allure of Live Dealer Casinos: Where Technology Meets Tradition

Daniel Reed

Merging convenience with an engaging gaming atmosphere, live dealer casinos bridge the divide between traditional casino play and online gambling. This piece delves into the captivating realm of live dealer casinos, uncovering their mechanics and…

February 20, 2024

A young woman in hunter's garb with red hair stands stoically against a jungle background, clutching an aquamarine orb decked in gold ornamentation. She is surrounded by a trio of green monkeys with excited (and perhaps sadistic) looks on their faces, two of them holding hunting rifles while the third looks forward menacingly. As the quartet are arranged against the skyline, a field of golden grain sprouts up around their feet.

How Palworld is a Necessary Evil

Cerasela Hanseter, University of California, Berkeley

PalWorld, the creature-catching game taking the internet by storm, takes a new needed spin on classic creature-catching games.…

February 20, 2024

Graphic of people performing in acting class.

Why You Should Take an Acting Class

Natalie VanHecke, University of Texas at Dallas

You walk down the hallway, a heavy backpack weighing you down. You search for the room number again, making sure you got it right because you haven’t been in this section of the school before.…

February 18, 2024

In this article -- about how slang words like "Mommy" and "Daddy" represent decades of cultural and social development -- two shaded figures, a boy and a young man, exclaim the word "Daddy!" in front of a blue and green background with message icons on it. The boy's version is blocky and bold, with an exclamation attached; the man's is curved and luscious, hearts fluttering around it. The boy is holding his arms up in excitement, while the man is leaning on his hip in a seductive manner.

Daddy Energy and Mommy Vibes: Exploring the Evolution of Slang

Sarah Erin, Brooklyn College

Though un-noteworthy at first glance, slang words like "Mommy" and "Daddy" represent a long and fascinating cultural evolution.…

February 14, 2024

Women wearing Latine fashion with colorful filters.

Latine Streetwear Fashion: An Evergreen Vogue and Indigenous Resistance to Whiteness

Emily Diaz, DePaul University

Latine swagger is timeless in the world of fashion. From 90’s Cholas in lowriders to modern-day streetwear and even “Hot Cheeto girl” aesthetics, Latine styles certainly make their mark.…

February 12, 2024

In this article, about the upcoming face-off between the Kansas City Chiefs and San Francisco 49ers at the Super Bowl, two players stare off against each on a green background with white stripes. The player on the left wears a red helmet and jersey, the player on the right a yellow helmet and white jersey, whilst bars hover over their heads. They are filled in at different intervals, showcasing their statistics to onlookers.

Super Bowl LVIII: A Rematch of 2020

Vera Pavlovich, Loyola University Maryland

Three years post-Super Bowl LIV, the Kansas City Chiefs and the San Francisco 49ers will again face each other in a fierce Super Bowl matchup.…

February 11, 2024

In this article, about the timeless quality of Sanrio character Hello Kitty and her special toylike, Hello Kitty and Friends, a cat with a red bow in a blue dress stands in front of a pink background with hearts. She is joined by -- moving clockwise -- a frog dressed in a red and white suit with a bow-tie, a bat dressed in a black cap with a jester collar and a pink skull, a bunny with a pink cap and a yellow bow and a chunky, yellow dog with little brown cap. The kitten, frog, dog and bunny are smiling as they wave at the camera, whilst the bat sticks their tongue out, glaring mischievously.

From Retro to Relevant: Hello Kitty’s Timeless Intergenerational Appeal in the Modern Era

Allegra Walker, University at Albany - SUNY

Exploring the timeless appeal of the iconic Sanrio character Hello Kitty and her friends amidst the resurgence of Y2K trends.…

February 11, 2024

Cloud Strife standing back-to-back with himself in armor and with sword.

Is ‘Final Fantasy VII: Remake’ Better than the Original?

Natalie VanHecke, University of Texas at Dallas

‘Final Fantasy VII: Remake’ is set to be released soon, and actors are eager to see how it holds up to the original.…

February 10, 2024

The Latin Lover Is Back and He Has A “Mustache Goatee Combo”

Roberto Soto

Your crush is a dud with a good barber and colonizer genes and your interest in him is based on a hollow perception of Latinidad. Oops! …

February 9, 2024

In this article, about how social media challenges can help users progress on important self-development goals, a purple figure is waving at a black smartphone. It casts a chalk-like blue light against the figure and the dark background, as grey stars twinkle around the space.

Follower-Farming or Self-Actualization: The Positive Side of Social Media

Santiago Rivera, Washington University in St. Louis

The growing trend of doing a daily challenge for every follower you gain. Is it selfish follower “farming” or self-improvement encouragement?…

February 9, 2024

Innovations In Nursing Education: Preparing Students In A Rapidly Changing Field

Daniel Reed

It’s no secret that technology is changing the way we live and learn in every possible way. Nursing education is no exception.…

February 7, 2024

Illustration of woman floating with luxury items and a long receipt around her.

Debt and Dior: South Korea’s Advancing Debt from Luxury Purchases

Finlay O'Connell, Minerva University

Designer products in South Korea have led to a rising debt crisis, especially among young people.…

February 7, 2024

Geriatric Politics and The Reason it Needs to End

Noah Hernandez, University of Texas at San Antonio

The problem with career politicians, unlimited terms, and our great-grandparents running the country.…

February 1, 2024

Digital Detox: Rediscovering Real Life

Emma Troise, Manhattan College

Learn how to take a break from technology and explore the benefits of a digital detox.…

January 30, 2024

The Moon Is Down: Propaganda Prevails

Noah Hernandez, University of Texas at San Antonio

A look into the controversial Steinbeck novel that played a part in ending WWII.…

January 26, 2024

Will Getting the Trendiest Bottle Make You Drink More Water?

Sophie Serage, University of Massachusetts, Boston

Stanley cups and “water recipes” have taken over the internet but people have tried to incentivize drinking water for years.…

January 25, 2024

It’s Time to Talk About Filipino Food

Sydney Chastain, Florida State University

An introduction to an underrated Asian cuisine.…

January 23, 2024

Adulting 101: The Things We Weren’t Taught

Natalie VanHecke, University of Texas at Dallas

Here’s your go-to list of need-to-knows as a young adult!…

January 23, 2024

The Price of Information: The Dual Faces of Paywalls in Online Journalism

Karla D. Galvan, The University of Texas at San Antonio

In an era where information is both abundant and questioned, the emergence of paywalls for online news has sparked a debate about the future of journalism.…

January 22, 2024