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Five Pieces of Media That Will Inspire You to Create

Amelie Allen, University of Arizona

If you’re stuck on a project and feel like you’ve lost the urge to create, give these pieces of media a watch.…

February 28, 2024

Three people stand against a backdrop of the open sky, dressed in black graduation gowns. The audience can clearly see their hair -- short and curly in buns on the far left, brown-blonde in the center, black and braided at the right -- and their caps, festooned with various pride flags representing different identities, such as trans or nonbinary.

Why College is the Perfect Time to Experiment with Gender

Archie Wagner, University of Iowa

College is the perfect time for gender experimentation thanks to all of the resources and opportunities it provides.…

February 26, 2024

Elmo stands in front of a grey staircase, flanked by brown walls, leading up to a set of blue doors. He is hugging an orange dolls close to his chest as he gives the audience a smile; the special kind, which is warm, and reassuring and promises you that everything will turn out all right in the end.

Elmo and Steve: “How Are You Doing?” Causes A Movement

Sarah Erin, Brooklyn College

From Sesame Street to Blue’s House, shedding light on the realities of mental health has taken center stage.…

February 23, 2024

For an article about "Hazbin Hotel," a blonde figure (Charlie) stands in a red suit jacket in front of a multi-story building that says "Hazbin Hotel" and a sign to her right that says "Welcome to Hell."

What’s the Hapz with ‘Hazbin Hotel’?

Natalie VanHecke, University of Texas at Dallas

What’s the draw to the show? Maybe a sprinkle of religious trauma?…

February 22, 2024

For an article on the impact of the Garfield comic, an up close illustration of the iconic orange cat's low hanging eyes and iconic smirk.

Why We Love Garfield

Amelie Allen, University of Arizona

Dogs may be man’s best friend, but this lazy orange cat has been pop culture’s constant companion.…

February 22, 2024

‘Ramy’ vs. ‘Sense 8’ — Racially Conscious Response to Neoplatoon TV

Hamad Naroze, Hunter College

Exploring how shows utilize different forms of storytelling to represent and teach about various cultures.…

February 19, 2024

A woman with brown hair in a pink coat beams with a bright smile against a pink and purple background. To her right, a golden statue leans against a smiling doll in the woman's image. Said doll holds its hand in its pocket as it cocks out its hip, standing in a firm yet casual pose.

An Ode to Gloria and Ordinary Barbies Everywhere

Archie Wagner, University of Iowa

Women can be everything, but with her Oscar-nominated performance in "Barbie", America Ferrera reminds us they don’t have to be.…

February 19, 2024

Classic movie reel winding across screen saying "The End"

Whatever Happened to Turner Classic?

Amelie Allen, University of Arizona

David Zaslav laid off the Turner Classic executive team during June of 2023, but the reaction proves there is hope for classic film preservation and education.…

February 15, 2024

In this article, about the importance and impact of listening to indigenous voices in 2024, an orange analog radio against a blue background is shooting out lightning bolts as its dial is being torn by light brown hair draped in a blue, embroidered sleeve. Half of the background is blacked out, with jagged edges running diagonally up the center.

The Impact of Listening to Indigenous Voices in 2024 America

Archie Wagner, University of Iowa

What changing museum guidelines and a push for more representation of indigenous voices in award shows means for the present moment.…

February 14, 2024

Halo characters and an X-Box controller.

Paramount Plus’ ‘Halo’—Losing its Wings

Kyle A. McLaughlin, Elizabethtown College

This article will feature the upcoming second season of “Halo” and analyze the discontinuity the previous season had with its fanbase.…

February 12, 2024

Survivors Are People Too: The Reality Behind Reality TV’s Biggest Show

Havilah Sciabbarrasi, Florida State University

The way the long-standing program has dealt with sexuality, gender and racial issues reminds us that our primetime television is someone else’s reality. …

February 3, 2024

Fiction Writing Activities to Help You Find Inspiration

Sydney Chastain, Florida State University

Unconventional writing activities that will give your imagination a work-out.…

January 29, 2024

Earworm Alert: A List of the Most Annoying Jingles and Why They Work

Christine Bardos, Santa Clara University

It turns out that the aggravating tunes you can’t get out of your head may actually serve a purpose besides driving you mad. …

January 21, 2024

The Decade-Defining Fashion & Hair in “Star Trek”

Sydney Chastain, Florida State University

How each series reflects the style trends of the 60s, 80s, 90s, and the future.…

January 19, 2024

Blockbuster vs. Netflix: Who’s Really Going to Win?

Natalie VanHecke, University of Texas at Dallas

In a digital age of media, how should we handle our favorite shows getting taken down?…

January 18, 2024

BBC’s Merlin Was a Great Unconventional Hero

Sydney Chastain, Florida State University

The 2008 fantasy series owes its charm to a clumsy, expressive protagonist.…

January 10, 2024

What’s Behind Beyoncé and Taylor Swift’s Massive 2023?

Avery Heeringa, Columbia College Chicago

Both veteran entertainers broke into new levels of popularity and success with their mammoth tours and film releases. …

January 5, 2024

Hallmark: The Great Greeting Card Giant

Sydney Chastain, Florida State University

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

December 30, 2023

Jury Duty: The Best Series of 2023

Joshua Shweiki, University of Maryland, College Park

Follow Us The slogan “12 jurors. 11 actors” succinctly captures the unique concept and premise of the new television series “Jury Duty.” Premiering April 7 2023, the show took the country by storm. It revolves…

December 22, 2023