Study Breaks - Page 394 of 447 - Fresh perspectives on pop culture from students across the United States.

Platonic relationships, illustrated by Veronica Chen

Thoughts

Instead of Romantic Love, Let’s Celebrate Platonic Relationships More

Songs, movies and art about romance are everywhere, but let's not forget about how rewarding deep friendships can be.

Cathleen Luo, Columbia University

Illustration by Shelly Freund in article about Spotify

Sounds

You Need To Hear These 5 Spotify Users’ Iconic Playlists

Playlists are king on the streaming platform. These five users take their playlist curation to the next level.

Audrey Martin, Boston University

These unique hamburgers will be sure to tickle your tastebuds

Thoughts

Make Your Boring Hamburgers Interesting With These Unexpected Toppings

Peanut butter? Mac and cheese? Don’t knock these strange burger combinations till you try them.

Hannah Reynoso, University of Iowa

In an article about dating someone entering basic training, a couple holding hands in the street

Thoughts

Entering College When Your Significant Other Enters Basic Training

Dating someone in the military is never easy, but it can be even more difficult when trying to get a degree. Still, it can be done.

Anna Swenson, Butler University

Actual Play Podcasts depicted with drawing of people around a game board

Screens·Sounds

How Actual Play Podcasts Led to the Golden Age of Tabletop RPGs

How has a game — once looked down upon and talked of in such negative light — garnered so much attention in recent years? Listening to people having fun playing the game certainly helped.

James C. Loftis, University of North Texas

A scene from the movie 'The Kissing Booth 2' on Netflix

Screens

‘The Kissing Booth 2’ Depicts an Unrealistic High School Experience, Again

While the sequel may be totally different than your own high school days, it does paint a picture of the experience we all wished we had.

Kaitlyn Nuebel, University of Pittsburgh

Thoughts

Some Social Media Activist Hashtags Are Disconnected From Their Origins

From black squares to grayscale selfies accompanied with #ChallengeAccepted, Instagram activism is turning more and more into a bandwagon for people to jump on. Is it harming the original movements?

Ailun Shi, UC Berkeley

The cast of Hamilton on stage during a performance

Screens·Sounds

The Pros and Cons of Being a Second Wave ‘Hamilton’ Fan

Even though I became obsessed with the theatrical masterpiece four years after everyone else, there are some upsides to experiencing the musical in 2020.

Emma Smith, Wesleyan University

Classes

5 Things College Students Should Know Before Creating a LinkedIn Account

The professional social networking service can be a powerful tool for those in school, but there are a few things to keep in mind when you’re just getting started.

Hannah Docter-Loeb, Wesleyan University

Sounds

‘Legends Never Die’ Proves Juice WRLD’s Legacy Lives On Even in Death

The posthumously released album serves as both an incredible tribute to the talent of the late rapper and an inside look at the artist's inner turmoil.

Danielle Kuzel, Florida State University

Illustration by Baz Pugmire of Pride 2020 art

Thoughts

Glitter in the Air, Tear Gas in Our Eyes: Pride 2020 and Queer Liberation

The festival has gone through many iterations, but only some that stay true to Pride's activist roots. This year, though, it returned to its militant origins.

Emma T., UC Berkeley

Thoughts

What Gambling Activities Does PayPal Prohibit?

The platform is everywhere, but there's a few things it won't cover. It all depends on your location.

Daniel Reed

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