Study Breaks - Page 252 of 447 - Fresh perspectives on pop culture from students across the United States.

A creative illustration of the tragic North American wildfires.

North American Wildfires Are Now a Raging Epidemic

While this issue is known to be particularly concerning across the Pacific Northwest, these fires are gradually spreading across the continent. Here's why you should be concerned.

Niall Calvert, Wesleyan University

In an article about Solarpunk, a person wearing jeans with a flower in their back pocket

Thoughts

Solarpunk Marks the Intersection of Sci-Fi, Sustainability and Hope

In the wake of anxiety-inducing news like the UN's climate crisis 'code red,' the genre can offer an aesthetic and a sense of optimism that is actionable.

Lauren Sung, University of Georgia

In an article about posthumous albums, a photo of a vinyl on a record player.

Sounds

Posthumous Albums Can Involve Questionable Ethics and Mixed Intentions

Despite allowing unfinished projects to reach the fans who appreciated late musicians most in life, they remain a pressing gray area.

Zach Spangler, University of Michigan

In an article about the Alt-Right Pipeline, an image of a man holding a sign protesting racism.

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The Point of No Return: The Threat of the Alt-Right Pipeline

The YouTube phenomenon starts out with innocuous jokes and memes but can quickly turn into fascist ideologies and bigoted tendencies.

Zach Terrillion, Oberlin College

a photo of The A System in an article about dissociative identity disorder

Thoughts

Dissociative Identity Disorder Is Gaining Important Attention Online

Influencers with the mental health condition formerly known as 'multiple personality disorder' are sharing their experiences on TikTok and YouTube.

Jenna Amore, Oakland University

Illustration of Young Thug. (Illustration by Katelyn McManis, Columbia College Chicago)

Sounds

Young Thug Previews a New Sound on NPR’s Tiny Desk Concerts

From his generosity toward young hip-hop artists to his passionate performances, this rapper has proven that he deserves the title of hip-hop G.O.A.T.

Nathan Kolodney, Wesleyan University

In an article about a person changing his name, an illustration of a person on a ladder in front of a "Hello my name is" sticker

Thoughts

A Look Into My Transgender Life and Why I Changed My Name

'I owe myself a life of fulfillment and authenticity, whether it fits your mind’s image of who I should be or not.'

Jayar Brenner, Michigan State University

Age gaps can be a danger to women in hollywood

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Age Gaps in Relationships in Media Possess Their Own Hidden Dangers

Though these love stories may initially seem harmless, the glorification of relationships with strange, substantial age gaps can gradually distort the public’s concept of true love.

Ariana Quijano, Georgia State University