Screens “It’s a Lifestyle. It’s a Religion”: The Timelessness of ‘Gilmore Girls’ The series came out over 20 years ago. Why is it still relevant? Sarah Deavers, University of Virginia
Pages The 2023 Once Upon a Book Club Reading Challenge There are so many reading options out there. Luckily, there’s an easy fix to this—reading challenges. Brynn Crisenbery, Northern Arizona University
Screens Five Fantastic Television Episodes These small screen masterpieces transcend their shows. Matthew Doss, University of Chicago
Culture·Sounds·Thoughts Noah Cyrus Is Exactly What Music Needs Noah Cyrus has battled the pressures of addiction and being forced into fame at a young age, but has emerged triumphant as a rare lyrical talent. Avery Heeringa, Columbia College Chicago
Classes Tips and Advice for the Future College Graduate Get yourself ready for the big milestone! Ally Najera, California State University, Northridge
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Culture·Screens·Thoughts ‘Barbarian’: Where Unsettling Horror Meets Intelligent Commentary This 2022 horror flick explores the unique fears that many women face. Joshua Laine, Emmanuel College
Culture·Screens Pamela Anderson Takes Charge: ‘Baywatch’ and Female Exploitation in the Nineties Pamela Anderson, like many other actresses, was valued exclusively for her good looks in the 1990s. Today, she has moved past appearances and is establishing herself as a powerful, intelligent woman. Shannon Strenfel, Arizona State University
Sounds·Thoughts The Most Famous Drummer You’ve Never Heard Of Gregory "G.C." Coleman left behind a huge legacy in hip hop music, whether you know his name or not. Morgan Brown, Wake Forest University
Screens·Thoughts Jake Gyllenhaal Channels His Talent In New Films Known for dedicating himself to his films, Gyllenhaal impresses audiences (and serves some eye candy) once again. Ally Najera, California State University, Northridge
Screens·Thoughts ‘Blue Beetle’: The Start of Unrestrained Representation? Many critics have accused the film’s accurate portrayal of Mexican American culture as an attempt to “fit an agenda.” Kimberly Vazquez, Columbia College Chicago
Classes·Culture What is Anthropology, Really? Deliberations from an Anthro Major Anthropology is one of the most popular majors in the US, but the specifics of the field are a mystery to most people. Ava Coates, Emory University