Study Breaks - Page 343 of 447 - Fresh perspectives on pop culture from students across the United States.

3 Ways Technology Can Make Our Lives Easier and How To Take Advantage

The digital world offers countless opportunities. Make sure to appreciate its many benefits.

‘A Teacher’ Examines the Subtleties of Grooming and Manipulation

The new FX on Hulu mini-series encapsulates the complexities of a predatory relationship with a female perpetrator and a male victim.

Kirtika Sharad, George Washington University

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Why the Metroid Prime Trilogy Isn’t a Great Example of Open World Gaming

The games focus on locked areas based on power-up progression instead of allowing free exploration.

Brady Fitzgerald, Immaculata University

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Living With Panic Disorder, or Storm Chasing

'The weather is fickle. Its changes are intermittent, as sporadic as the body’s response to raw terror, the visceral feeling of losing control and as volatile as a natural disaster ... The onset of a

Nnekakwo Adibe, Lesley University

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Tips for Getting Kids Genuinely Interested in Reading

Children aren't always excited to get into books, but if you're smart about it, you can turn them into voracious readers in no time.

Daniel Reed

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3 Apocalyptic-Themed Video Games Perfect for the Pandemic

In such chaotic times, playing games that involve the end of the world feels appropriate.

Sammi Looi, Baruch College

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Chris Cuomo Provides a Shining Example for Journalists Across the Country

The CNN television journalist, known for his quick-thinking and tough questions, is rehabilitating the image of the media.

Tanisha Bhat, Boston University

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In ‘GenderQueer,’ Maia Kobabe Portrays a Journey to Self-Identity

This revolutionary graphic memoir explores the author's cathartic journey to identifying as nonbinary and asexual.

Alexa Katherine Will, University of Pittsburgh

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Sia Faces Scrutiny From Autistic Community For Upcoming Film ‘Music’

The musician cast a neurotypical actor to play an autistic character in her soon-to-be-released movie, a choice many are calling ableist.

Katherine Bry, Washington University

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The Past, Present and Future of Racial Bias at the Grammys

The release of the 2021 Grammy Awards nominees sparked an outcry of fans and artists demanding transparency and equality from the selection committee.

Sarah Esquivel, University of Texas at San Antonio