Study Breaks - Page 410 of 447 - Fresh perspectives on pop culture from students across the United States.

The Satire of ‘BrainDead’ Still Resonates in Today’s Political Landscape

This overlooked comedy from 2016 seems to have predicted the political and public health disasters of 2020.

‘Call It a Late Registration,’ or How Twitter Feels About Kanye West 2020

With Election Day only being a few months away, Kanye West is extremely late in announcing his intentions to be a part of the 2020 presidential race.

Jackie Sizing, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

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Amidst Quarantine, Social Media Has Shined a Light on Global Protests

As people scroll through Instagram and Twitter during lockdown, they are forced to confront images from injustices around the world.

Farah Javed, CUNY Baruch College

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Online Self-Teaching Could Lead to ‘Consuming Without Doing’

Anyone attempting to learn without guidance should be aware of the roadblocks that come with simply watching informative videos without actively engaging.

Megan Stager, University of Pittsburgh

Illustration of the dimension-hopping Doctor Strange.

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‘Doctor Strange’ Sequel Will Explore Marvel’s Multiverse Like Never Before

From new heroes to new threats, the upcoming comic book film has the potential to begin a new and exciting phase in the MCU.

Chris Dang, University of California, Riverside

Illustration of heart outlines over a green and gold background, representing the Eurovision Song Contest

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Will Ferrell Offers More Than a Good Laugh in ‘Eurovision Song Contest’

Even with mixed reviews, the new Netflix film stands out as a tribute to the real Eurovision contest and its message of self-acceptance.

Juliana Fujii, Biola University

Illustration of Super Smash Bros. characters

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What Does Your Super Smash Bros. Character Say About You?

Whether you choose Kirby, Peach, Bayonetta or Dark Samus, who you select as your fighter speaks to your personality.

McKenna Uzelac, Columbia University

dolls made of unorthodox materials float in a blue pool of water; unorthodox art mediums

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Unorthodox Art Mediums Are Perfect For Those Unsure of Their Abilities

Adulthood is rife with people who no longer believe that they can 'do art.' But these different approaches might convince people to let go of their fears.

Ailun Shi, UC Berkeley

Illustration by Sid Estelle of the #MeToo movement in 2020

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Stories From Students Are Rejuvenating #MeToo on Instagram

Galvanized by the social media successes of Black Lives Matter, students have taken to the platform to breathe new life into the #MeToo movement after a standstill.

Srishti Tyagi, Cornell University