Study Breaks - Page 282 of 447 - Fresh perspectives on pop culture from students across the United States.

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Critical Race Theory Faces Attack in the Nation’s Classrooms

Recent efforts to ban discussion of systemic racism from American curricula represent a dangerous blunder with the potential to upset equitable social progress.

Niall Calvert, Wesleyan University

Thoughts

The Tanning Industry Can Be a Danger to People of Color

Don’t let the colorful swimsuits and fruity lotions fool you: Excessive sun or UVA exposure can be a pathway toward racial transgressions.

Jael Davis, DePaul University

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‘Snowfall’ Is a Show That Portrays Riveting Immorality

Following the CIA-assisted spread of crack cocaine to Black communities, this drama examines the lives of those affected by the drug.

Zach Spangler, University of Michigan

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Monster Theory: What Our Fascination With Monsters Says About Us as a Society

Our society's interest in certain beasts over others may have interesting social and political implications, according to Jeffrey J. Cohen.

Karen Lu, Yale University

piggy bank in article about traveling on a budget

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Tips for Traveling Abroad on a Budget

Leaving the country doesn't have to be expensive. Make a plan and your wallet will thank you.

Daniel Reed

An illustration of a full resume to accompany an article about taking online courses to boost your resume.

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The Best Online Courses To Boost Your Resume and Why You Should Take Them

Invaluable skills such as software proficiency, foreign languages and coding can all be learned online — and will make your application stand out to universities and employers.

Kelsie Westmoreland, Washington and Lee University

In an article about queer films, a screenshot from 'Portrait of a Lady on Fire'

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Two Queer Films and How They Tackle Queer Identity

Both featuring LGBT+ main characters, 'Love, Simon' and 'Portrait of a Lady on Fire' showcase the difference between films that ask for acceptance and those that urge liberation.

Zach Terrillion, Oberlin College

Sounds

Olivia Rodrigo’s ‘Good 4 U’ Is Bad 4 People With Antisocial Personality Disorder

Although this 'Sour' song is a smash hit, it includes some ableist language that needs to be addressed.

Jayar Brenner, Michigan State University

"Never Take It" is a new, colorful aesthetic change for the band twenty one pilots

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On ‘Never Take It,’ Twenty One Pilots Asks Listeners To Think Critically About Media

The band's latest song pushes politics and critical thinking to the forefront in the midst of political turmoil.

Jenna Amore, Oakland University

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The Rise of Kodone, Instagram’s Pop Culture Archivist

At just 22 years old, artist Jesse Diaz has become an Instagram sensation, thanks to his talent, his unique vision and an iPad.

Nathan Kolodney, Wesleyan University

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How To Buy YouTube Subscribers That Are Real and Organic

You might be able to get a boost on your channel.

Daniel Reed

Art depicting Lil Nas X, Jojo Siwa and Joshua Bassett as the king, queen and prince of a rainbow deck of cards, respectively, to cover and article about the importance of their coming out as LGBTQ+.

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JoJo Siwa, Lil Nas X and Joshua Bassett’s Coming Out Is More Important Than It Seems

The recent visibility of queer celebrities, and the reactions of the press, demonstrates significant progress in society's acceptance of the LGBTQ+ community.

Savannah McCracken, University of Arizona

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