Michael Wu, Case Western Reserve University

The dance troupe has a more surprising backstory than its innocent posters suggest.

Grace Larson, Ripon College

A movie about a sexually predatory ‘sweet transvestite’ from planet Transexual has no place in modern society. Or does it?

Amanda Pfender, Gateway Technical College

Winter is here.

Michaela Shea-Gander, Denison University

Vampire humor never gets old.

Casey Breneman, University of Virginia

Theater enthusiasts, rejoice!

Ben Garcia, Hope International University

Forty years later, but just as good.

Rishi Patel, University of Iowa Communication Studies

Anyone with fond memories of Cody Martin, look away.

Brandon Sasserson, University of New Hampshire

They grow up so fast!

Dorielys Cruz, University of Texas at San Antonio

Representation is important, but so are plot and other screenwriting basics.

Anna Sutherland, American University

When cash is involved, child exploitation becomes very easy.

Daniel Reed

If you need coding help in a pinch, there’s an easy solution.

Amanda Pfender, Gateway Technical College

Get ready for one last ride with Hiccup and Toothless.

Sarah Diggins, Ithaca College

Relatability, reengineered.

Grace John, Rutgers University

Come for the pops, stay for the tear-filled moments of beauty.

Scott Williamson, Florida Atlantic University

The once-iconic series is hardly recognizable today.

Michaela Shea-Gander, Denison University

The plus-sized runner is breaking fitness norms one marathon (and ultramarathon) at a time.

Shannon Margineanu, St. Petersburg College

One Reagan to rule them all.

Ben Garcia, Hope International University

The Grishaverse awaits.

Megan Mehta, University of Illinois at Chicago

The multitalented Indian American was incorporating activism into his acting long before it was cool.

Rishi Patel, University of Iowa Communication Studies

The YouTuber’s notorious channel is basically a tutorial for duping your loved ones.

Tatianna Salisbury, Northern Illinois University

As an actor, writer and producer, Green has quietly had a hand in some of the most iconic media of the 21st century.

Cristina Hernandez, UC San Diego

The Julianna Margulies-led drama is smarter, quicker and sexier than any other legal series on the air.

Emma Uk, Brookdale Community College

Apple and chill sounds oddly enticing.

Kelsey Rogers, Susquehanna University

Fingers crossed for Part 2.

Keely Cohen-Breen, SUNY Plattsburgh College

People are generally pretty trusting, unfortunately.

Hannah Cullen, St. Cloud State University

The new sci-fi series balances the fantastical and the dramatic with a rare finesse.

Grace John, Rutgers University

The 15-year-old phenom owes her celebrity as much to her haters as she does her fans.

Sarah Diggins, Ithaca College

Embrace your inner film snob.

Scott Williamson, Florida Atlantic University

What is it about King’s work that, despite several massive commercial flops, keeps directors coming back for more?

Michael Wu, Case Western Reserve University

In the Academy’s 91-year history, of the 546 films nominated for best picture, only six have been horror movies.

Michaela Shea-Gander, Denison University

Data exploitation is more widespread than ever before, but things are only getting worse.

Amanda Pfender, Gateway Technical College

According to its creators, this season will be the grossest one yet.

Casey Breneman, University of Virginia

Bienvenidos a Las Encinas.

Ben Garcia, Hope International University

To stay ahead of the competition, the MCU needs to keep experimenting.

Indigo Holmes, University of Wisconsin Oshkosh

Put your best profile forward.

Britni Hones, Lindenwood University, Belleville

Like counting sheep, except it works.

Jocelyn Campos, University of Texas at San Antonio

Be prepared to pause while you try and stop laughing.

Megan Mehta, University of Illinois at Chicago

This week’s Sundance winners are next year’s Oscars.

Anushna Patel, University of California, Santa Barbara

I saw the best minds of my generation reciting poetry on a YouTube channel.

Sarah Brown, University of Florida

How the story of a boy and his magical dog stole the hearts of millions of viewers and made television history.

Thomas Turner, University of Rhode Island

You know something is really stupid when YouTube has to get involved.

Kaitlyn Quinn, Seton Hall University

It’s ‘House Hunters International’ meets ‘The Bachelor.’

Brandon Sasserson, University of New Hampshire

Which is the better game?

Allison Kestler, Augustana College

Finally, an adaptation that Rick Riordan fans can be proud of.

Megan Mehta, University of Illinois at Chicago

One key character is conspicuously missing from the newest trailer.

Candace Baker, University of Texas at Austin

Yes, much of our lives are driven by FOMO, but isn’t that better than materialism?

Anastasia Cottone, St. Bonaventure University

Peak cuffing season means peak Netflix content.

Michelle Dreyer, Southern New Hampshire University

God bless you, public domain.

Nicole Andrasko, University of Pittsburgh

Trust your recommended section on this one.

Thomas Turner, University of Rhode Island

It’s definitely not a traditional game review, but that might be a good thing.

Megan Mehta, University of Illinois at Chicago

The film can be a little self-indulgent, but who cares?

Candace Baker, University of Texas at Austin

Even a slight shift would be tectonic.

Jocelyn Campos, University of Texas at San Antonio

As far as weird, creative channels go, you’ll be hard-pressed to find one better than P.J. Liguori’s.

Sierra Zareck, Haverford College

And the future is bright.

Sarah Mease, Columbia College Chicago

They’ve done what everyone thought was impossible: teach millennials to cook (and not avocado toast).

Sarah Brown, University of Florida

The pressure is real.

Jocelyn Campos, University of Texas at San Antonio

And it makes for a very entertaining YouTube channel.

Allison Kestler, Augustana College

The Gamespot series is an illuminating glimpse into how much the industry has changed in the last decade.

Kaitlyn Quinn, Seton Hall University

One of the greatest love stories in modern media faces its biggest challenge yet: Broadway.

Nicole Andrasko, University of Pittsburgh

Dan Humphrey snapped.

Zachary Truesdale, University of Texas at San Antonio

Black people have come a long way in the horror genre.

Michael Wu, Case Western Reserve University

He changes his face every day, but his fans weren’t so happy about his New Year’s transformation.

Megan Mehta, University of Illinois at Chicago

Whoever wins, this year is going to be very, very close.

Jenna Benchetrit, McGill University

Chloe Zhao’s breakthrough film captured the power of identity, both old and new, in times of pain.

Sarah Brown, University of Florida

The film version of David Levithan’s book is a pared-down, emotionally stunted misfire.

Kaitlyn Quinn, Seton Hall University

Good boys and good girls across the world have the internet to thank for soaring pet-adoption rates.

Daisy Orozco, Cal State University, Northridge

If I could stream ‘Kim Possible’ I’d never leave the house again.

Becca Blyn, Harvey Mudd College

You’re welcome.

Michael Wu, Case Western Reserve University

Nostalgia conquers all.

Thomas Turner, University of Rhode Island

Controllers at the ready.

Nicole Andrasko, University of Pittsburgh

All of the stress with only half the intrigue.

Zachary Truesdale, University of Texas at San Antonio

The complicated film is frustrating but refreshingly inventive.

Thomas Turner, University of Rhode Island

The game has become deeply ingrained in youth culture, for better or worse.

Michelle Dreyer, Southern New Hampshire University

‘I become you, and you become me,’ indeed.

Daisy Orozco, Cal State University, Northridge

Or, seven books you no longer have to read.

Kaitlyn Quinn, Seton Hall University

And considering Google is restricted in China, it’s doubly impressive.

Sarah Brown, University of Florida

Getting that elusive ‘job experience’ just got a little easier.

Sierra Zareck, Haverford College

And it’s the perfect way to spend your winter break.

Cassie Rowett, Southern New Hampshire University

Trust me on this.

Anushna Patel, University of California, Santa Barbara

Variety is the spice of binge-watching.

Kaitlyn Quinn, Seton Hall University

Never rely on the dining hall again.

Megan Mehta, University of Illinois at Chicago

The numbers were good, but the film not so much.

Marianne Quijano, Texas A&M University

Alfonso Cuarón’s art-darling movie casts a light on how women endure and overcome suffering.

Brandon Sasserson, University of New Hampshire

As the YouTube series prepares to release its eighth season, there’s never been a better time to tune in.

Sarah Mease, Columbia College Chicago

Chances are they were behind some of your favorite projects of the year.

Thomas Turner, University of Rhode Island

It’s been a banner year for video games.

Megan Mehta, University of Illinois at Chicago

You’re not going to want to miss this one.

Lily Harrington, University of Georgia

The film installation offers an imaginative, eerie perspective on global warming.

Michael Wu, Case Western Reserve University

His insane interviewing style has scored him sit-downs with everyone from Mikhail Gorbachev to Cardi B.

Paige Brauser, Connecticut College

New year, new books.

Anastasia Cottone, St. Bonaventure University

If you’re looking for personal-trainer results without a personal-trainer cost, these three women are a can’t-miss.

Nicole Andrasko, University of Pittsburgh

When Pete Davidson threatened suicide, was he being vulnerable or manipulative?

Kaitlyn Quinn, Seton Hall University

And looking very aristocratic in the process.

Sara Perkins, University of Indianapolis

The brilliant show is gearing up for its best release yet.

Katie Farrell, Queens University of Charlotte

The app and the eating disorder community have a long, troubled history together.

Sarah Brown, University of Florida

The reboot is full of nostalgia, but it lacks magic.

Daniel Reed

Would you have done your holiday shopping with a company called Cadabra?

Allison Kestler, Augustana College

The funniest of the year are here.

Lexi Anderson, Pratt Institute

Could it be another ‘Get Out’?

Zachary Truesdale, University of Texas at San Antonio

To celebrate, here are its six best fights.