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A student under pressure from standardized tests and its white creators

Are Standardized Tests a Form of White Supremacy?

The SAT was created in part by eugenics enthusiast Carl C. Brigham. How does this shape America's current evaluation of its students?…

August 16, 2020

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

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

Kaitlyn Nuebel, University of Pittsburgh

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.…

August 11, 2020

6 Remote Reporting Strategies for Student Journalists

Tamara Kamis, Cornell University

Not being able to go out into the field has made student journalism a little more difficult, but with these tips, you should be able get info for your stories while keeping social distancing guidelines.…

August 4, 2020

Illustration by Shelly Freund in article about Vanity Fair

Vanity Fair Features First Cover Shot by a Black Photographer

Abigail Adeleke, University of Miami

Now more than ever, people are calling on brands to step up. The culture magazine took another step in the right direction by having Dario Calmese shoot their cover.…

July 27, 2020

Khalil Gibran Muhammad, author of 'The Condemnation of Blackness' speaking at an event

‘The Condemnation of Blackness’ Provides Crucial Reflections on Racist Number-Crunching

Chase Cutarelli, Columbia University

Khalil Gibran Muhammad’s exploration of African Americans during the Progressive Era unveils the prejudice behind evidence of Black criminality.…

July 19, 2020

Photo of flags from Unsplash in article about ICE wanting to deport international students

Why Was ICE Trying To Deport International Students?

Abigail Adeleke, University of Miami

The policy elicited its fair share of outrage, and although the policy may have been withdrawn, calls to have the controversial law enforcement agency abolished are on the rise.…

July 18, 2020

Do Online Petitions Make a Difference?

Brian Xi, University of California, Berkeley

Online mobilization might not have the same impact as making a donation or participating in protests, but it is still an important tool for political change.…

July 16, 2020

Illustration by Daisy Daniels of an individual free writing

Free Writing Provides a Powerful Way To Escape Writer’s Block

Starr Shapiro, Columbia University

This exercise is one of the best ways to help authors overcome feeling stuck. Following certain guidelines of the practice will ensure success.…

July 15, 2020

Illustration by Baz Pugmire of an individual struggling with drug abuse

Drug Abuse and COVID-19: Epidemics in a Failing Healthcare System

Emma T., UC Berkeley

New evidence suggests that the pandemic has accelerated overdoses and made even casual drug use into a bigger problem.…

July 14, 2020

In an article about national parks, illustration by Sezi Kaya of a canyon

5 Oft-Overlooked American National Parks You Should Visit This Summer

Ailun Shi, UC Berkeley

They might not be as famous as Yellowstone or Yosemite, but these five places are still perfect for experiencing the great outdoors.…

July 5, 2020

Rorschach of ‘Watchmen’ Is a Mirror Reflecting Our Present Moral Issues

Mitchell Tanaka, Chapman University

Alan Moore's comics explored a character's psyche that continues to resonate with contemporary politics, albeit for the wrong reasons.…

July 2, 2020

Selfilm illustrated by recording oneself while drawing

The Power of ‘Selfilm’ Is Inventing a New Cinematic Subgenre

Chase Cutarelli, Columbia University

With quarantine keeping us idle in front of the TV, taking the time to instead record ourselves will reinvigorate our lives despite an uncertain future.…

June 25, 2020

5 Ways To Mitigate the Failures of Remote Learning

Ailun Shi, UC Berkeley

Schools were thrown headfirst into digital classrooms and the outcomes have been deemed less than successful. Now we are left to fill in the educational gaps.…

June 23, 2020

Online Learning Can Help Develop Skills and Stave Off Boredom

Farah Javed, CUNY Baruch College

Digital classes bleed into the summer as companies like MasterClass and CourseHorse continue to educate people from the comfort of home.…

June 22, 2020

‘The Deviant’s War’ Reveals the Link Between Civil Rights and Gay Rights

Chase Cutarelli, Columbia University

Eric Cervini’s historical opus describes how homophobia within American law enforcement bears a striking resemblance to racist policing practices.…

June 17, 2020

The Dangers Of Abdominal Fat: Why You Need To Get Rid Of It Today

Daniel Reed

There can be negative effects on your health.…

June 12, 2020

Virtual Tourism Can Save Your Quarantined Summer

Tamara Kamis, Cornell University

You might have been forced to cancel your vacation, but there are safe and fun alternatives that could rescue your plans.…

June 10, 2020

Getting Back to the Gym After COVID-19

Mirella Gonzales, Texas Tech University

You might want to go back full-force, but it's better to play it cool and avoid strain and injury.…

May 30, 2020

How Magic Mushrooms Went From Sacred Item to Stigmatized Substance

Janani Mangai Srinivasan, Wake Forest University

The fungi's had a long journey from being a part of religious ceremonies to something to take while watching trippy movies in your dorm room.…

May 8, 2020

Illustration of empty fridge in an article about food insecurity

The Need To Combat Food Insecurity on College Campuses

Janani Mangai Srinivasan, Wake Forest University

Many students face this problem, and the ‘broke college student’ trope that comes with it may be more harmful than funny.…

March 2, 2020

"The Picture of Dorian Gray," represented here, is a great example of queer literature.

5 Pieces of Queer Literature You Can Write an Essay On

Emerson Holmes, Lindenwood University

Diversity can be hard to find in the accepted literary canon, but literature is full of LGBTQ+ representation if you know where to look.…

February 25, 2020

Illustration of supplements falling out of a bottle

Beware: Supplements and Detox Teas Might Be Hurting You

Mirella Gonzales, Texas Tech University

These products aren't as harmless as influencers make them seem.…

February 25, 2020

illustration of woman surrounded by clothes that reflect a philosophy of minimalism

Minimalism in College: How Embracing a Capsule Wardrobe Made Me a Better Student

Katherine McLaughlin, The New School

Having too much clutter in my physical space directly translated to my mental state. …

February 18, 2020

Cover for Kristin Auld's article on Netflix series "Spinning out" illustration by Ashawna Linyard

Looking For a New Series? Check Out Netflix’s ‘Spinning Out’

Kristin Auld, St John’s University

You better skate to it!…

January 17, 2020

Digid8 and the Emergence of DNA Matchmaking

Angel Zhu, University of California, Berkeley

The app could potentially eliminate thousands of genetic diseases, but does it veer a little too closely into eugenics? …

January 4, 2020

Early Admissions to University Are Done, So What’s Next?

Chris Meng, Pomona College

It feels like everything in your schooling career has led to this moment. Now that you’re here, how should you move forward?…

December 31, 2019

5 Reasons Why Being 21 Years Old Is Overrated

Rickea Bell, Saint Peter’s University

The expectations are far, far away from reality.…

December 26, 2019

Cities of Success: Where College Students Should Move for Their Careers

Cameron Rapata, Columbia College Chicago

There is more to life than Silicon Valley and Los Angeles.…

December 18, 2019

‘The Politician’ Makes a Brilliant and Unbiased Mockery of U.S. Politics

Blair Krassen, The University of the Arts, Philadelphia

From using tragedy for political gain to assassination attempts, Netflix’s new show pulls out all the stops to make us look twice at politics.…

October 15, 2019

Can CBD Oil Help With Anxiety?

Lauren Prestia, University of Massachusetts Lowell

The answer? Nobody really knows. For such a popular self-treatment drug, we know surprisingly little about CBD oil and its effects.…

September 6, 2019

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