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Why Chance the Rapper’s Recent Grammy Win Will Change the Industry

Quintara Hatten, University of South Carolina-Columbia

Guess you don't have to 'sell it to snatch the Grammy' after all.…

February 27, 2017

What You Need to Know About Shia LaBeouf’s “He Will Not Divide Us”

Ashley Wertz, University of Pittsburgh

Though no stranger to performance art, LaBeouf may have outdone himself with his latest project.…

February 26, 2017

Leonardo DiCaprio: From Wolf of Wall Street to Wolf Conservationist

Isabella Waldron, Scripps College

DiCaprio's involvement in telling the remarkable story of a Yellowstone wolf is a reminder that celebrities can use their fame for good.…

February 22, 2017

The Art of Ignoring Things (and People) Into Oblivion

Ben Zhang, Duke University

Sometimes, the most effective protest is a turned back.…

February 21, 2017

Are All These Consumer #Boycotts Actually Working?

Eric McInnis, Arcadia University

From Simon & Schuster to Uber, are people really making a difference by voting with their wallet, or is it just a waste of a protest?…

February 20, 2017

Faking It: The Rise of Political Nihilism

Kayla Kibbe, Connecticut College

In an atmosphere where political activism is an expectation, social pressure is working counter-productively, instilling apathy instead of passion.…

February 14, 2017

Keeping Up with the Fatphobics

Tylah Silva, Emerson College

You don’t need a “revenge body,” you need better friends.…

February 9, 2017

Dogs and Dog Shit on America’s Front Lawn

Liam Chan Hodges, Franklin and Marshall College

While celebrities and the media focus on Trump’s depravity (and his tweets), the root of America’s problem is being overlooked.…

February 5, 2017

Prepping for Swimsuit Season? Try Being More Mindful

Rachael Seamands, Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis

Instead of gaining and losing weight on crash diets, the key to your dream body may be self-awareness.…

February 3, 2017

Sympathy May Have Crash-landed Trump in the White House

Kristina Fernandez, Florida State University

As Trump’s second week in office nears its end, a glimpse back to the campaign-from-hell may give insight into how the new president won his title.…

February 1, 2017

10 Punk Songs That Are More Accurate Than Ever

Sophie Hurlock, Xavier University

Though most of the lyrics were written in the late 70s, they all sound like they’re about Donald Trump.…

January 30, 2017

A Critical Look at the Legacy of the 44th President

Jeffrey W. Cope, Texas State University

While many consider Obama to be the flyest president America has ever seen, his actions suggest that 'slyest' might be a better description.…

January 18, 2017

4 Hilarious Responses from Artists Who Were Asked to Perform at Donald Trump’s Inauguration

Bri Griffith, Carlow University

As a response to the rejections, Trump claimed that he wants 'the people' at his inauguration, which is a bummer, because they won’t be there either.…

January 16, 2017

Was 2016 Really the Worst Year on Record?

Aliyah Thomas, Mount Saint Mary College

Could we really be so crass as to believe that 2016 was worse than molten rock literally falling from the sky in 79 AD?…

January 6, 2017

Dear Carrie Fisher

Mari Landgrebe, Texas State University

You were always more than a Princess, and it should have been said sooner and more often.…

January 5, 2017

4 Women Who Made History in 2016

Bri Griffith, Carlow University

Though women had a tough year overall, these examples prove that, slowly but surely, progress is still being made.…

December 31, 2016

Why ‘Losing Weight’ Won’t Be My New Year’s Resolution This Year

Mattie Winowitch, Waynesburg University

If the goal of your dieting is to be happy with your body, there’s a more effective approach than empty promises.…

December 29, 2016

The Top 16 News Stories of 2016

Jeffrey W. Cope, Texas State University

As the year comes to an end, here’s a look back at sixteen of the most significant news stories of the year.…

December 29, 2016

The Best Gift This Year Is the NBA’s Christmas Line-up

Kevin Cordon, University of California at Irvine

In order to prepare for the best basketball day of the year, here’s a game-by-game breakdown of what fans can expect.…

December 24, 2016

Maisie Williams’ Facebook Hack: Putting Nude Photo Leaks into Perspective

Aliyah Thomas, Mount Saint Mary College

Save for the celebrity involved, photo leaks seem to be nothing new—and unfortunately, neither is the tired, misguided dialogue surrounding them.…

December 20, 2016

Serialized ‘South Park’: A Reflection on the Iconic Show’s 20th Season

Daniel Wilcox, University of Texas at San Antonio

The show’s switch to serialized storytelling wasn’t a total disappointment, but we can all agree that its classic, standalone episodes are far superior.…

December 15, 2016

Journalism Students Are Needed Now More Than Ever

Zephanie Battle, Texas State University

Social media is littered with piles of fake news, and it’s up to today’s upcoming journalists to guide the media back to the truth.…

December 15, 2016

It’s Time to Stop Hating on Millennials

Lindsey Davis, Iowa State University

Millennials are not defined by traits like laziness or disrespect, and I am not ashamed to be part of the most accepting group of Americans yet.…

December 14, 2016

6 Weird (And Incredibly Entertaining) Instagrams You Should Be Following

Olivia Wickstrom, Portland State University

When you hit a wall during finals week and really need a break, scroll through Baddie Winkle’s Insta to gain some much needed motivation.…

December 12, 2016

Zooey Deschanel Is the Role Model We All Need

Lindsey Davis, Iowa State University

Deschanel’s unashamed, quirky and empowering take on life is the exact perspective all females should be adopting.…

December 7, 2016

What the Hell Is Happening to Kanye?

Kevin Cordon, University of California at Irvine

Is it possible that ‘Ye’s recent rants and breakdowns stem from something much deeper than we had assumed?…

November 30, 2016

5 Black Friday Purchases You Need to Survive the Trump Presidency

Jeffrey W. Cope, Texas State University

From headphones to guns, you’ll need to score some bargains this Friday to outlast the coming era (error?) of Trump.…

November 23, 2016

3 Eco-Friendly Boutiques That Will Help Restore Your Faith in Humanity

Lindsey Davis, Iowa State University

Fighting sex trafficking, environmental degradation and animal abuse is as easy as buying a cute top. (Almost.)…

November 10, 2016

3 Online Clothing Stores That Promote Awareness for Your Favorite Causes

Lindsey Davis, Iowa State University

Want to demonstrate your support for a cause, but sick of annoying your Facebook friends? These three online boutiques have the solution.…

November 9, 2016

Say Goodbye to Vine, But Not to the Social Media Star

Kevin Cordon, University of California at Irvine

With Vine closing down due to other social platforms (thanks a lot, Instagram), the celebrities it produced are finding new ways to sustain their fame.…

November 4, 2016