Study Breaks - Page 413 of 447 - Fresh perspectives on pop culture from students across the United States.

Manny Heffley From ‘Diary of a Wimpy Kid’ Is the Start of ‘Meme Activism’

The character from author Jeff Kinney's work has attracted many eyes onto Black Lives Matter, but is it merely trivializing the movement?

Mitchell Tanaka, Chapman University

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3 Life Lessons You Can Learn by Playing at an Online Casino

You can learn some interesting stuff while hitting the (virtual) tables.

Daniel Reed

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Dropped by NBC After Three Seasons, ‘Hannibal’ Gets Another Chance on Netflix

Sharpen your forks and knives because it's about to get bloody. Once you start watching the crime drama, you won't be able to stop.

Madalyn Watson, Baylor University

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Rachel Cargle Takes No Prisoners With Her Anti-Racism Education

The Black activist teaches aspiring allies the art of confrontation and the need to overcome comfort to achieve change.

Juliana Fujii, Biola University

image in a sports documentary article, taken by Abu Dhabi

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5 Sports Documentaries To Watch While You Wait for Sports to Return

Whether you're into college football or you're interested in how nature versus nurture impacts athletic ability, there's something here for everyone.

Madelyn Haasken, Bemidji State University

Illustration of couple sitting in their car at a drive-in theatre

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Drive-in Theaters Are Making a Comeback

COVID-19 has led to the loss of many fun summer pastimes, but now it's bringing back a much-loved activity.

Jackie Sizing, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

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Ben & Jerry’s Stands Strong in the Fight Against Racial Injustice

The company’s powerful statement and meaningful actions in support of the Black Lives Matter movement stand out. Other companies should take note.

Starr Shapiro, Columbia University

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‘The Last of Us Part II’ Masterfully Reinvents the Narrative-Driven Video Game

Countless franchises create characters an audience will admire. What happens when a player is forced to question the motives of a beloved protagonist?

Luke Gair, Sewanee: The University of the South

Issa Rae, one of many black writers, adjusts her outfit in 'Insecure.'

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Black Writers Are Essential To Portray the Black Experience

It's so hard for the Black community to find good representation on TV. But when Black screenwriters like Issa Rae are given a shot, they do it right.

Yasmeen Ludy, University of Michigan