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Has Amy Schumer’s Comedy Been ‘Snatched’ by Her Fame?

Tatianna Salisbury, Northern Illinois University

A comedian who rose to prominence for her individuality has been nothing more than boilerplate in recent roles.…

June 1, 2017

Why Does the Horror Genre So Consistently Underachieved?

Ashley Wertz, University of Pittsburgh

The success of 'Get Out' didn't raise the bar for thrillers; it revealed how low that bar is set.…

May 25, 2017

The Brave New World of Marketing Through Memes

Eric McInnis, Arcadia University

Companies are trying more than ever to connect with consumers through the language of internet culture. But it's not easy.…

May 19, 2017

Why Intellectuals Are the New Jocks

Tylah Silva, Emerson College

Geeky guys who pride themselves on fighting stereotypical masculinity with their intelligence are actually just reconfigurations of their jock predecessors.…

May 10, 2017

6 Reasons Why You Need to Watch ‘The Mindy Project’

Isabella Waldron, Scripps College

The show might have disappeared to the television graveyard of Hulu, but if you can steal a log-in code it's well worth your time.…

May 8, 2017

Too Many Heroes

Eric McInnis, Arcadia University

Next year ushers in a wave of new superhero flicks, but the comic-book boom is going to backfire.…

April 27, 2017

Join Us in Using Memes to Cope with Reality

D'Ariel Myrick, University of Georgia

In the midst of turmoil, memes are here to save the day.…

April 25, 2017

Why You Should Thank a Film Critic Today

Ben Zhang, Duke University

They may have lower approval ratings than the Vietnam War, but film critics perform an incredibly valuable task for the industry.…

April 12, 2017

4 Cancelled Shows That Are Still Worth a Watch

Ashley Wertz, University of Pittsburgh

Watching TV is all fun and games until your favorite series gets cancelled.…

April 5, 2017

How Toonami Made an Entire Generation Globally Minded

Uwana Ikaiddi, University of Central Florida

Thanks to the program, millions of diverse young people have a shared cultural experience.…

March 29, 2017

The Essential Spring Break Reading List for Every Type of Vacation

Isabella Waldron, Scripps College

From the beach to your grandma’s living room, there’s a perfect book for every vacation.…

March 27, 2017

Why Do White Actors Want to be Asian So Badly?

Tylah Silva, Emerson College

Depicting Asian culture in media was step one. Step two is getting the right people to do it.…

March 21, 2017

Hugh Jackman’s ‘Logan’ Redefines the Classic Superhero Movie

Miguel Robles, University of Colorado Denver

Jackman's portrayal of Logan/Wolverine is a refreshing, albeit gory, twist on the classic superhero universe.…

March 20, 2017

After ‘Logan,’ What’s Next for the X-Men?

Eric McInnis, Arcadia University

Films like 'Logan' and 'Deadpool' have changed the superhero genre, meaning a world of new opportunities for future flicks.…

March 18, 2017

The Death of the Text Message

Flavia Martinez, Amherst College

With the rise of messaging apps like Facebook Messenger, text is going the way of the dinosaur.…

March 13, 2017

The ‘Archie’ Reboot with a ‘Twin Peaks’ Twist

Ashley Wertz, University of Pittsburgh

The new series 'Riverdale' spins the 'Archie' comics into a crime series.…

February 20, 2017

The Do’s and Don’ts of Dating Millennials

Quintara Hatten, University of South Carolina-Columbia

Relationships are difficult, but these basic tips will help you navigate the millennial dating scene like a pro.…

February 20, 2017

These UCLA Comediennes and Sugar Babies Leave Their Fans Wanting More

Tyler Fitch, Florida State University

Though accomplished comics and writers individually, Sydney Heller and Olivia DeLaurentis have teamed up to produce 'Barely Legal Comedy.'…

February 16, 2017

The Magicians: When Fantasy Becomes Relatable

Kara Mercer, Northern Illinois University

It’s hard enough maintaining a dean’s list-worthy GPA in college, let alone running a magical world and defeating mystical beasts.…

February 13, 2017

Migos: The Real Black Beatles

Tyler Fitch, Florida State University

The Atlanta hip-hop trio have not only changed the soundscape of rap, they’ve changed its culture.…

February 8, 2017

Why It’s Rough Growing Up Without AIM

Mattie Winowitch, Waynesburg University

Although the millennial generation was the last to be shaped by AOL’s Instant Messenger, kids today should know what they’re missing out on.…

February 5, 2017

Fantastic Instagram Artists and Where to Find Them

Ashley Wertz, University of Pittsburgh

Breaking away from its food-diary reputation, Instagram has become an expressive tool for painters, embroiders and every artist in between.…

February 1, 2017

Why Superhero Movies Need the ‘Power Rangers’

Mari Landgrebe, Texas State University

The Mighty Morphin teens hope to rescue the world from exhaustive franchises.…

January 26, 2017

‘A Series of Unfortunate Events’ May Be Fortunate After All

Joanne Paquin, Emerson College

Fans of the series will find the witty idiosyncrasies of its author perfectly preserved in the eight-part release.…

January 24, 2017

If You Watch That, Read This

Ashley Wertz, University of Pittsburgh

If you like 'The Walking Dead,' 'Stranger Things,' 'Dexter' or 'Supergirl,' we’ve got some books you should check out.…

January 23, 2017

Exclamation Marks Are So Hot Right Now

Alec Esteban Cudmore, St. Edward’s University

Finally!!!!!!…

January 15, 2017

Howard Student Alexa Lisitza on Creating a Magazine to Amplify Minority Voices

Kristian Porter, Northern Kentucky University

The enterprising junior founded 'Caged Bird Magazine,' an online writing platform created for minorities, by minorities.…

January 11, 2017

Pepe the Frog: The Most Influential Person of 2016?

Jeffrey W. Cope, Texas State University

The Clinton administration admonished him, white nationalists embraced him and the Russians tweeted a picture of him. But why?…

January 11, 2017

7 Indie Video Game Releases to Watch for in 2017

Mari Landgrebe, Texas State University

If you’re looking for something different between blockbusters, here are seven worthwhile indie titles coming out this year.…

January 10, 2017

10 Things You Should Leave in 2016

Mattie Winowitch, Waynesburg University

There’s no better time to let go than now.…

January 4, 2017