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Taylor Swift’s New Album, ‘folklore,’ Is a Testament to Her Artistic Resilience

Rather than indulge in empty symbolism and stale motives, Swift's eighth album reminds listeners why they fell in love with her work back in the early 2000s.

Luke Gair, Sewanee: The University of the South

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How Dua Lipa’s Quarantine Album “Future Nostalgia” Was a Trendsetter

The album was leaked just days before its planned release, but this PR disaster paved the way for other big-name artists to turn out early releases.

Aubrey Doerr, Chapman University

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5 Ways TikTok Is Inspiring Students To Redecorate Their Rooms

The app has a lot more to offer than Addison Rae's dance videos. These redecorating hacks will help you achieve your dream space.

Danielle Kuzel, Florida State University

Man talks to his therapist over the phone.

Thoughts

Will Teletherapy Stay Popular Even After Quarantine Ends?

Over-the-phone and online counseling have gained popularity due to COVID-19, but they have benefits that will outlast social distancing and isolation.

Julia Greene, Columbia College Chicago

Social media image from Unsplash in multi-level marketing article

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Multi-Level Marketing Can Be a Big Danger for College Students

Don't let the claims of easy money and flexible schedules suck you in — it's not uncommon to lose money due to MLMs.

Madelyn Haasken, Bemidji State University

A drawing of Natalie Portman's character from the film 'The Black Swan'

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Should ‘Black Swan’ Be Part of the Criterion Collection?

Aronofsky’s dance-thriller turns 10 in September, making it the perfect time to reflect on why it deserves recognition as an important contemporary film.

Chase Cutarelli, Columbia University

Illustration of how one might feel while experiencing creative burnout

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How To Be Original When You’re Experiencing Creative Burnout

Here’s how to find inspiration and rekindle the desire to create for any artistic endeavor, whether it's writing or painting or playing music, after you’ve hit a creative roadblock.

Sarah Gudenau, Oakland University

An artistic depiction of Kusama's 3D artwork of a room covered in polka dots.

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The Creations of Yayoi Kusama Remain Constant in Chaos

The artist has highlighted the absurdity of existence in her works since the 1950s, but her message feels more relevant now than ever.

Cathleen Luo, Columbia University

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Netflix’s ‘Ragnarok’ Returns Norse Mythology to Its Roots

Adaptations of Norse mythology have become commonplace in American and British pop culture. The Norwegian series finally presents a Scandinavian take on its folklore while incorporating present-day issues.

Mia Kellner, University of St Andrews