Study Breaks - Page 406 of 447 - Fresh perspectives on pop culture from students across the United States.

Tabletop role-playing games illustrated by Dungeons and Dragons dice and board.

Tabletop Role-Playing Games Are Not as Inclusive as They Should Be

Dungeons and Dragons is now more popular than ever, but does the game provide a safe space for all its players?

James C. Loftis, University of North Texas

In an article about white savior films, a screenshot from the movie Green Book

So You Want To Learn About Race? Avoid These ‘White Savior’ Films

When seeking out anti-racism resources, make sure to do your research on what kind of messages are being promoted in art and in the media.

Hannah Docter-Loeb, Wesleyan University

Sounds

Is the New Yoste Album, ‘A Few Brief Moments,’ Lacking Something?

The musician's latest release is apathy in musical form, and not in a good way.

Megan Stager, University of Pittsburgh

A girl coming out amid a rainbow and stars.

Thoughts

Coming Out Is Not an Obligation

For some, figuring out how to tell the world who they are is a wonderful, liberating step, but it may not be the right choice for all.

Katie Klear, Columbia College Chicago

DJ performing in front of laser lights at an EDM show.

Sounds

Shedding Light on Kai, One of the Voices Behind EDM

If you’re into electronic dance music, you know artists like Calvin Harris and Flume. But do you know the names of the vocalists featured in their songs?

Aubrey Doerr, Chapman University

In article about Roland Barthes, miscellaneous music equipment

Pages·Thoughts

Roland Barthes Gives the Reasoning Behind Our Personal Media Tastes

The philosopher's theories of the 'studium' and the 'punctum' explains why we prefer certain creative works over others.

Chloe Hamer, Pitzer College

Screens

The ‘Chilling Adventures of Sabrina’ Comic Is Superior to the Show

Netflix's adaptation of this horror tale has been underwhelming to say the least. But a return to the comic source might be the perfect witchcraft fix.

Anna Swenson, Butler University