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Why Are So Many Video Games Being Made Into Movies?

Mari Landgrebe, Texas State University

With the release of movies such as “Assassin’s Creed” and “World of Warcraft,” the game-to-film trend is proving both durable and lucrative—but why?…

December 31, 2016

The Diminishing Returns of the Jedi

Daniel Wilcox, University of Texas at San Antonio

Are there too many “Star Wars” films?…

December 24, 2016

6 Gift Ideas Guaranteed to Be a Hit

Riley Heruska, Austin College

Admit it: It’s time to put some more effort into your gift selections.…

December 22, 2016

A Guide to the Best 8 Christmas Films to Fuel Your Holly Jolly Spirit

Riley Heruska, Austin College

Kick back, relax and drink some maple syrup with Buddy the Elf.…

December 9, 2016

Meet Allison O’Conor, the Stand-out Stand-up Student Comedian

Jeffrey W. Cope, Texas State University

As the co-host of her own comedy show and owner of a burgeoning social media following, the Austin senior is no joke.…

December 6, 2016

What Fans Want to See from ‘Pacific Rim: Maelstrom’

Ashley Wertz, University of Pittsburgh

The strangeness of 'Pacific Rim' is essential to its plot, but we’re all hoping the sequel holds as much humor as its predecessor, too.…

December 3, 2016

Everything You Need to Know About the 27 Club, Including Its 7 Most Notorious Inductees

Jeffrey W. Cope, Texas State University

With a growing list of talented musicians, actors and artists dying at the young age of 27, it’s hard not to wonder what could have been.…

December 1, 2016

The New “A Series of Unfortunate Events” Show Is What the Books Deserve

Ashley Wertz, University of Pittsburgh

With the Lemony Snicket film adaptation less-than-satisfying, viewers hope the newly-announced Netflix series will do it justice.…

November 29, 2016

Calling All Nasty Women: Here’s Where You Should Send Your Work

Bri Griffith, Carlow University

After Trump’s “nasty” debate comments, women everywhere have been encouraged to send in personal written works to empowering publications.…

November 28, 2016

The Boy Who Lived and Just Wouldn’t Die: Has J.K. Rowling Sold Out?

Kristian Porter, Northern Kentucky University

Take a break, Rowling; you’re already a billionaire.…

November 23, 2016

Because Vocalizing Support Only Goes So Far, Here’s How You Can Actually Help LGBTQ+ Individuals

Bri Griffith, Carlow University

Now more than ever, the queer community needs volunteers, funds and active allies.…

November 17, 2016

Who Should Become the First Female President in 2020?

Lindsey Davis, Iowa State University

Current FLOTUS for the next POTUS, anyone?…

November 16, 2016

The Zombie Genre Isn’t Dead, Only ‘The Walking Dead’ Is

Joanne Paquin, Emerson College

'The Walking Dead' has devolved into a mess of gore galore and poor emotional development, but, believe it or not, it hasn’t killed the entire zombie genre.…

October 29, 2016

Is Urban Exploration an Adventurous Time-Killer Or a Total Nightmare?

Maria Alvarado, Savannah College of Arts and Design

Exploring uninhabited, “haunted” buildings can lead you to some crazy, inspirational findings, but it can also leave you running for the hills.…

October 26, 2016

How to Survive the Road Trip Home from College

Michelle Criqui, James Madison University

If coming home from school means a long drive, you're going to need to be prepared.…

October 6, 2016

Can We Please Have an All-Female Justice League Already?

Heather Ware, Bowling Green State University

And no, not for the skimpy outfits.…

October 4, 2016

7 Life Lessons I Learned from “Calvin and Hobbes”

Aaron Lynch, Front Range Community College

Throughout my childhood, I was always too entertained to realize that I was learning.…

October 3, 2016

5 Reasons Why Kindles Will Never Beat Real Books

Mattie Winowitch, Waynesburg University

E-books just don’t offer all the goodies that physical books do (especially that lovable, old book smell).…

October 3, 2016

Why the ‘Strong Female Character’ Doesn’t Represent Real Women

Lauren Diethelm, University of California at Santa Cruz

Screenwriters continue to develop unrealistic female characters who lack depth, emotion and inner strength.…

September 21, 2016

Does TV Really Rot Your Brain?

August Wright, College of Charleston

It’s time to change the channel on long-lived television misconceptions.…

September 19, 2016

Off the Wall: Can Graffiti Live Within the Law?

Amelia Williams, City College of San Francisco

Despite the increasingly progressive attitude of many Americans, there’s little hope that tagging will ever be legal.…

September 14, 2016

‘Mike Tyson Mysteries’ and Why It’s a Godsend

Olivia Buzzacco, Bowling Green State University

When you can’t decide between 'Rick & Morty' or 'Supernatural,' stream 'Mike Tyson Mysteries' to fulfill all your wacky TV cravings.…

September 12, 2016

The Problem With Fixating on the Definition of Sexual Consent

Sofia Rivera, Simmons College

Though well intentioned, clearer explanations of consent are not the solution. In fact, they might be part of the problem.…

September 9, 2016

Can Any Show Ever Be Better Than ‘The Simpsons’?

Amelia Williams, City College of San Francisco

Given the changing landscape of television though, can it ever be replicated?…

August 31, 2016

Mr. Robot Fans: If You Didn’t Understand the Twist at the End of Season 1, Here’s Why

Shiloh McKinnon, Reed College

Many shows now expect their viewers to have a mental catalogue of iconic references, but what if you don’t?…

August 30, 2016

8 Things You Need to Know About the New ‘Spider-Man’ Film

Danielle Wilkinson, Purdue University

Among other things, the director’s big break was a movie he came up with as a joke.…

August 26, 2016

Forcibly Befriending Your Roommates, a Starter Kit

Emily Suvannasankha, University of Central Florida

Three foolproof ways to wrangle your cohabitants into friendship, as well as why you should wrangle them in the first place.…

August 26, 2016

What It’s Like to Be Half Asian

Emily Suvannasankha, University of Central Florida

On the bright side, it leads to some great comedic material.…

August 21, 2016

Everything You Need to Know About ‘Stranger Things,’ Netflix’s Surprise Summer Hit

Michelle Criqui, James Madison University

Get ready for ‘80s nostalgia.…

August 16, 2016

3 Ways ‘Crazy Ex-Girlfriend’ Is Changing the Face of TV Comedy

Emily Suvannasankha, University of Central Florida

Wait till you see who plays the token hot guy.…

August 13, 2016