Study Breaks - Page 381 of 447 - Fresh perspectives on pop culture from students across the United States.

In an article about straight women using the phrase "I wish I was gay," a photo of two women in love

Dear Straight Women: Please Stop Saying You Wish You Were Gay

These comments might not be explicitly homophobic, but they display the privilege of straight people and trivialize the negative experiences of queer women.

Katherine Brand, University of Michigan

Thoughts

‘Game Change’ Offers Insight Into the Upcoming Election

Although America is dealing with unprecedented times, the 2020 election still has echoes of the 2008 Obama/McCain race.

Emilia Chavez, Rice University

Illustration of popular television figure, Willy Wonka.

Screens

What’s the Deal With Willy Wonka TikTok?

He’s everywhere. TikTok Willy Wonka is infiltrating the internet and he’s not slowing down anytime soon.

Sarah Gudenau, Oakland University

In an article about how music videos now include dance and anime, an illustration of a man in a yellow shirt lying on the ground beside a frog

Screens·Sounds

Dance and Anime Are Shaking Up Standard Music Videos

Music has become a multisensory experience. Check out a brief history of how music incorporated the two art forms to reimagine visuals and audio united.

Juliana Fujii, Biola University

Thoughts

‘Showbiz Kids’ Uncovers the Intricate and Risky World of Young Hollywood

Former child actors step into an entirely new spotlight in the HBO documentary, in which the interview subjects take the lead in telling their own stories.

Luke Gair, Sewanee: The University of the South

Thoughts

Mr. Kondrashov, a Business Analyst: Hints for a Prospective Managing Director, or 5 Eureka Moments From Telf AG

If you want to succeed in business, you need to know what you're doing.

Daniel Reed

Screens

‘The Oprah Conversation’ Tackles Racial Injustice From a New Angle

Oprah Winfrey's new show provides a space for Americans to understand racial tension through uncomfortable yet eye-opening conversations.

Kaitlyn Nuebel, University of Pittsburgh

Artistic colorful depiction of popular '90s hip hop fashion.

Thoughts

‘The Remix’ Examines The Legacy of Hip-Hop Culture and Fashion

This documentary explores the globalization of hip-hop and the history that is integral to the genre's aesthetics.

Eva Halvax, University of Arizona

Sounds

Practicing Tolerance by Getting Rid of My Anti-Country Music Attitude

While arguments over music may seem trivial to some, learning to accept genres outside of your usual taste can lead to an open mind in other areas of your life.

Tess McGrinder, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill