Study Breaks - Page 29 of 447 - Fresh perspectives on pop culture from students across the United States.

Back to the Future: The 80’s Influence on Today’s Trends

Claw clips and bodysuits and blazers, oh my! 80s trends have yet to fizzle out in society, and here’s why.

Christine Bardos, Santa Clara University

Essay: If You’re From Africa…

Parallels between my experience and Cady Heron’s, assimilating to American life after experiencing formative education in East Africa.

Farah Shah, University of Central Florida

Thoughts

The End of The World as We Know It

Why humanities’ morbid fascination with the end of the world is such a universal experience.

Noah Hernandez, University of Texas at San Antonio

Pages·Students

How ‘Crime and Punishment’ is Relevant to Today’s World

The themes in this novel published over 150 years ago still apply to today’s world.

Julia Ray, Northern Arizona University

A pair of red ballet slippers stand in point while grey drawings of a nutcracker and a swan stand against the pink background.

Sounds

Five Famous Ballet Pieces That Aren’t Just for the Holidays

Learn About These Iconic Ballet Stories That Will Make You Want to Run to the Theaters

Beatriz Barros Felice, California State University, Northridge

Culture·Holiday·TV

Hallmark: The Great Greeting Card Giant

From small beginnings to great success, Hallmark stays attached to its roots.

Sydney Chastain, Florida State University

Culture

Are Skincare Routines Overrated?

Taking a dive into the history and controversy of what to put on your face.

Kate Wunderlich, Elon University

Culture·YouTube

The Rickroll Effect

Rickrolling is a popular meme that has inspired other similar memes.

Julia Ray, Northern Arizona University

Against a pink background, a graphic of Miley Cyrus swings on a wrecking ball from her iconic music video while Beyonce sings into a microphone in a black leotard.

Sounds

Then vs. Now: Have 2014 Artists Withstood the Test of Time?

Exploring the longevity of artists and their albums from 2014 to 2024.

Emma Troise, Manhattan College

Pages

How Do Different Cultures Welcome The New Year?

Here are some of the most unique and interesting New Year's rituals from all over the world.

Karla D. Galvan, The University of Texas at San Antonio

Screens·Thoughts

The Legend Of Korra is More Standalone Than Sequel

Despite the show's popular sequel, "Avatar The Last Airbender" fans wont find any answers within "Legend of Korra."

Katherine Hollis, New York University

An illustration of a man representing the Harlem Renaissance.

Thoughts

The Best Poets and Writers of the Harlem Renaissance

They greatly influenced what we know now as African American Literature.

Erica George, Louisiana State University, Shreveport

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