Study Breaks - Page 11 of 447 - Fresh perspectives on pop culture from students across the United States.

David Attenborough with prairie dog on shoulder.

David Attenborough: A Birthday Celebration

Turning 98 years of age this May, Sir David Attenborough has inspired many and continues to change the world through his work.

Finlay O'Connell, Minerva University

Thoughts

The Wickedly Cool and Extraordinary Spirituality of the Afro-diasporas and Latin America

Black magic is not evil magic, but rather, the empowerment of Black and Brown communities. Here are some of their most captivating spiritual practices.

Emily Diaz, DePaul University

A vibrant and engaging collage that features iconic elements from the exhibitions mentioned, including artworks, historical artifacts, and scientific exhibits.

Art·Culture

10 Must-See Museum Exhibitions in 2024

The longer days and increased spring and summer leisure time create ample opportunities to delve into art, science, and history.

Daniel Reed

A woman with blond hair and a white coat stands in from of a background coated in foggy textures of orange, white and pink. The background is dotted with orange stars, and to the woman's right hangs a speech bubble, containing letters that look scribbled in pencil-mark black, except for the bottom word, which is boldly highlighted in the colors of the background.

Opinion

If Someone Says She’s a Lesbian, She’s a Lesbian

Audiences doubt lesbian identification, often venturing into harsh scrutinization of individuals’ dating lives.

Archie Wagner, University of Iowa

Thoughts

Memes as a Rorschach Test for the Generation Failed by Society

You’re always on that damn phone!

Gracie Malin, Washington University, St. Louis

Members of 'The Boys' standing next to one another.

TV

‘The Boys’—Elevating Juvenile Source Material

The Boys is one of the most popular shows on TV right now, but how can that be when its source material is so derided?

Kyle A. McLaughlin, Elizabethtown College

Screens

Five Letterboxd Lists to Mix Up Your Movie Night

With so much content available on streaming services, people often are overwhelmed by choice. Here are five themed lists to make that decision easier.

Amelie Allen, University of Arizona

Film

The Prequels Turn Twenty-Five–Star Wars’ Sleeper Hit

The Phantom Menace turns 25 this year, but how did the public perception of the prequels take a massive about-face in the last decade?

Kyle A. McLaughlin, Elizabethtown College

A series of desserts are set on a brown table before an orange background: a cupcake in a pink wrapper with yellow frosting and sprinkles, a yellow cake dotted with red and orange decorations and a cross drawn on it, candied eggs of red and yellow in white cups with painted markings. Bean shaped candies litter the table, while blue flags with white letters hang on top of the background.

Food

The Best Slavic Orthodox Easter Foods

Catholic Easter has recently passed, but Orthodox Easter is still anticipated on May 5th, and so is the delectable food that comes with it.

Vera Pavlovich, Loyola University Maryland

Classes·Thoughts

Writing to Speaking: How Reading Work Aloud Can Be Validating

It can be daunting to put yourself out there in a normal situation. It can be even more daunting as a writer sharing your work, but trust me, it’s so worth it in the end.

Daryn Schvimmer, Chapman University