Study Breaks - Page 292 of 447 - Fresh perspectives on pop culture from students across the United States.

An illustration of Goku from Dragon Ball Z for an article about the history behind Goku Day. (Illustration by Lexey Gonzalez, Wichita State University)

Goku Day: The History Behind Japan’s Anime Holiday

In essence, this celebration was created in honor of a certain beloved ‘Dragon Ball Z’ character who represents progression through intense struggle.

Justin Spencer, University of Texas at San Antonio

Thoughts

The History of Hawaii Tells the Story of a Violent Colonization

The beautiful paradise holds an ugly history that's unbeknownst to many on the mainland — and still affects the Native population to this very day.

Kirtika Sharad, George Washington University

An illustration of Gabbie Hanna for an article about the recent hate she's been giving smaller YouTubers. (Illustration by Sonja Vasiljeva, San Jose State University)

Screens

Gabbie Hanna Is Unfairly Targeting Smaller Creators

This famous YouTuber has been trying to frame modest content reviewers as bullies when in reality she’s the one sending her fans out to harass them.

Emma Watts, University of Arizona

Classes

Five Factors to Consider When Selecting a Learning Management System

If you're looking for software that will help you educate a large number of people about an idea, concept or process, you need to do some homework of your own.

Daniel Reed

Sounds

What Happened to The xx?

The English indie pop band embodies a soft musical style that has influenced countless genres and truly was 'soft bedroom pop' before it was a thing. So where did they go?

Karen Lu, Yale University

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Sounds

5 Climate Change Podcasts You Should Be Listening to Right Now

For anyone who wants to begin reversing environmental degradation but doesn't know where to start, here are a few accessible sources that will help you learn more.

Isabelle Juan, Truman State University

for an article about college parties, an illustration of a yellow room with balloons and streamers on the walls, a red couch, and a table with red cups on it

Classes

How To Throw Entertaining College Parties on a Budget

The amount of food and decorations that gatherings require can seem daunting to thrifty students, but hosting an affordable bash is possible when you spend your money wisely.

Julianna Steen, Auburn University