Study Breaks - Page 396 of 447 - Fresh perspectives on pop culture from students across the United States.

Photo of Taylor Swift for her new album, Folklore

Sounds

‘Folklore’ Lets Listeners Enter Taylor Swift’s Mythical Realm of Music

The singer's latest album, an unexpected surprise from isolation, is an ode to storytelling with empathetic lyrics and mystical sounds.

Nora Markey, Wesleyan University

Illustration by Ash Ramirez in article about "Anne with an E."

Screens

‘Anne with an E’ Fans Campaign for a Season 4, but Is It a Good Idea?

After the show’s cancellation, fans have been demanding a fourth season, but its creators say it isn’t feasible.

Mia Kellner, University of St Andrews

Illustration by Ash Ramirez of the Unity Platform

Thoughts

What Does the Bernie-Biden Unity Platform Offer Young People?

Although it may extract some concessions for the youth, the agenda may compromise more than it ought to.

Elias Khoury, University of Michigan

Illustration by Diana Egan of an unboxing video on a home screen

Screens

We Love Unboxing Videos, But Can We Really Say Why?

They are incredibly popular, forming their own subsection of YouTube. But what is it about the genre that has attracted so many viewers?

Alicia Furlan, University of Pittsburgh

Thoughts

5 Reasons Why Retail Experience Should Be Required on a Resume

Working in customer service can mean angry customers and long hours on your feet, but it can also mean gaining skills that will benefit you for years to come.

Jackie Sizing, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

Screens

Naya Rivera Broke Ground as a True Multidimensional Lesbian Character on ‘Glee’

Known for playing Santana Lopez on the popular show, the actress's untimely death last month shocked millions of fans across the world, sparking a celebration of her Latina LGBTQ+ character.

McKenna Uzelac, Columbia University

Thoughts

Nuanced Latinx Representation Is Sorely Lacking in Movies and TV

While showrunners and directors may applaud themselves for putting Latinx faces into their films and television shows, not all representation is created equal.

Abigail Campos, University of Texas at San Antonio