Study Breaks - Page 320 of 447 - Fresh perspectives on pop culture from students across the United States.

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Post-Quarantine Fad Diets Might Be Popular, but They’re Not Sustainable

Although these methods promise rapid weight loss, they are oftentimes impossible to maintain in the long run.

Anastasiya Cernei, Missouri State University

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‘A Swim in the Pond in the Rain’ Offers Valuable Insight to Aspiring Writers

George Saunders' book provides a guiding framework to aspiring writers by giving new life to classic Russian tales.

Isabelle Juan, Truman State University

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7 Weird K-Beauty Skincare Products That Actually Work

Ingredients like donkey milk and egg yolk extract may seem strange at first, but they have myriad benefits to the skin.

Sophie N. Munoz, University of Texas at San Antonio

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The Writing Center Is a Campus Job With Countless Opportunities

The position doesn't just consist of telling someone what's right and what's wrong with a paper — it's an opportunity to engage with your peers and your community.

Beth Jordan, Aquinas College

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5 Young Adult Books To Read Before Their Upcoming Screen Adaptations

Check out these novels before their film versions hit the theaters and streaming services.

Alexandra Cortez, Trinity University

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‘Gorilla Glue Girl,’ McDonald’s and the Responsibility of Major Corporations

Tessica Brown and her emotional struggles with her hair have opened up a discourse on the responsibility of consumers and corporations.

Kirtika Sharad, George Washington University

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Tea-Leaf Reading Is an Easy Way To Predict Your Future

While the art of tasseomancy has been around for centuries, it often goes unappreciated in today's society. Here's why it shouldn't be and how you can easily get into it.

Karen Lu, Yale University

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‘Go Lightly’ Is the Eco-Friendly Guide That Every Traveler Needs

Nina Karnikowski’s upcoming book offers advice on how to explore the world in a more sustainable way.

Alexa Katherine Will, University of Pittsburgh

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Thumbs Up, Arm Out: What Ever Happened to Hitchhiking?

Popularized during the '60s and '70s, bumming a ride with a stranger was the preferred travel method for free spirits everywhere. Why did it disappear? And can it be revived?

Drew Goretzka, Michigan State University

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Is CBD the New Medicine?

It has exploded in popularity, but can it actually improve your health in any way?

Daniel Reed

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Amanda Gorman Provides Inspiration to Aspiring Young Poets Everywhere

Take a glimpse at the accomplishments of this talented young woman who overcame a speech disorder and went on to shape the future for creative writers.

Kiera Baity, Kennesaw State University