Study Breaks - Page 415 of 447 - Fresh perspectives on pop culture from students across the United States.

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It’s Plain and Simple: Intersex Discrimination Is Sexist, Not ‘Intersexist’

Sexism conjures up ideas of women being victimized. Mistakenly, the term is never used to describe discrimination against intersex people.

Katie Klear, Columbia College Chicago

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A Tale of Two ‘For You’ Pages: Elite TikTok vs. Straight TikTok

Not everyone has access to the same feed on the video-sharing app. The types of videos you see may determine what division you are a part of.

Hannah Docter-Loeb, Wesleyan University

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How To Get in the Best Shape of Your Life on a Student Budget

Being a student is not easy...

James Holmshaw

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The Art and Science Behind a Successful Garage Sale

Here are some hints and tricks, along with a little insight into selling your old stuff in a small town.

Hannah Reynoso, University of Iowa

Photo of Melissa Ong in article about TikTok cult Step Chickens

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Meet Step Chickens, Just One of Several TikTok ‘Cults’

Sometimes their actions spill out into real life, but really, they're harmless, mostly.

Abigail Adeleke, University of Miami

Caricatures dancing sober on a dance floor

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You Can Still Dance Sober Without Having To Rely on Alcohol

Not using liquid courage as a crutch while you bust some moves will only improve upon your self-confidence in other areas of your life.

Chloe Hamer, Pitzer College

Illustration by Baz Pugmire of Elle Fanning in 'The Great'

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‘The Great’ Is a Period Piece That Avoids the Pitfalls of the Genre

Instead of using historical events as a crutch, the show uses nuanced writing to look at complex female characters and the nature of power.

Emma T., UC Berkeley

In an article about voice tweets and the Deaf community, a hand holding a phone with Twitter on it

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Twitter Introduced Voice Tweets, but They Are Inaccessible to Deaf People

Twitter's new feature can't be used by the hard of hearing community, bringing attention to other technology that excludes people with disabilities.

Tamara Kamis, Cornell University

Ben Platt as Payton Hobart gives a political speech in front of the American flag in The Politician.

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Season 2 of ‘The Politician’ Feels Like a Different Show

While the first season packed juicy storylines and absurdity into eight episodes, the new season tones a lot down — including the characters’ sexualities.

Olivia Dimond, Bates College

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‘Morbid’ Explores the Ethics of True Crime Podcast Culture

Some people question if the genre can truly be ethical, but the two hosts of this show are doing their best.

Emily Jewett, University of San Diego

An illustration of three Indigenous people wearing medical masks and traditional headgear

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COVID-19 Is Disproportionately Harming Indigenous Communities

A long history of unresolved issues, often stemming from the legacy of colonialism and systematic racism, only exacerbates the impact of the coronavirus on Native Americans.

Reem Farhat, Fordham University

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

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

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

Ailun Shi, UC Berkeley

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