Study Breaks - Page 375 of 447 - Fresh perspectives on pop culture from students across the United States.

Players roam the streets of a fictional Los Angeles in Grand Theft Auto V.

A Potential Grand Theft Auto VI Could Be Rockstar’s Biggest Game Yet

Multiple protagonists? Multiple cities? The much-anticipated but highly mysterious GTA VI could be another record-breaking installment of the controversial series.

Chris Dang, University of California, Riverside

image of artist, Rosalía, among sunflowers

Sounds

Rosalía Shows Her Flamenco Roots On Her Rise to Pop Stardom

The Barcelona singer spent her childhood learning music long associated with revolution. Now, Rosalía is revolutionizing the music industry herself.

Emma T., UC Berkeley

A woman holding a bouquet of dried flowers to herself.

Thoughts

There’s a Whole Bouquet of Uses for Your Dried Flowers

How will your petaled beauties live their second life? Here are the many ways to prolong their value to you and your home.

Katie Klear, Columbia College Chicago

Sounds

Socially Distanced Music Festivals Try Making the Most Out of COVID-19

The pandemic isn't over, and music fans are getting antsy. Do these concerts scratch the itch, and are they COVID-safe?

Aubrey Doerr, Chapman University

Pages·Screens

‘Felix Ever After’ Is a Powerful Exploration of Self-Love and Self-Discovery

Kacen Callender’s young adult novel features a queer trans person of color amid friendships, love and a heartwarming journey of self-acceptance.

Katherine Brand, University of Michigan

Thoughts

The Bratz Dolls Are Style and Female-Empowerment Icons for Gen Z

The doll's aesthetic is taking social media by storm, and serving as a reminder of an alternative femininity that's more inclusive and empowering.

Imani Benberry, Columbia University

An RV traveling down a road to Harvest Hosts

Thoughts

Harvest Hosts Provides an Immersive Experience for RV Travelers

With a database of unique traveling experiences, RV owners no longer have to stay in random parking lots or crowded state parks.

Hannah Docter-Loeb, Wesleyan University

Screens·Sounds

Everyone Needs to Stop Hating on JoJo Siwa

Because of her youthful spirit, Siwa is an inspiration to young kids, but people are quick to criticize the superstar for her over-the-top style.

Hannah Reynoso, University of Iowa

Classes

Student Organizations Can Still Be Successful During COVID-19

In order to adapt to the strict social distancing rules of the pandemic, college clubs will look a little bit different this school year.

Renee Cantor, University of Pittsburgh

In an article about The Scaredy Cats Horror Show podcast, a shot from horror movie Get Out

Screens·Sounds

If You Hate the Horror Genre Then You’ll Love ‘The Scaredy Cats Horror Show’

The new podcast is helping people learn how to deal with their fear of watching horror movies.

Emma Smith, Wesleyan University

Thoughts

Thanks to Young People, Ed Markey Beats the Younger Joe Kennedy in Senate Primary

The incumbent senator may be up in years, but his win against Kennedy proves voters aren't looking for a youthful candidate — they're looking for a progressive one.

Audrey Martin, Boston University