Study Breaks - Page 56 of 447 - Fresh perspectives on pop culture from students across the United States.

Screens·Thoughts

Brand Twitter and Its Million-Making Self-Mockery

Today, self-deprecation is just another route to business success.

Connor Lindsay, Queens University of Charlotte

In an article about Madonnas birthday an illustration of Madonna

Sounds

The ‘Queen of Pop’ Turns 65

Revisiting 10 pivotal moments in Madonna’s 40 year career.

Avery Heeringa, Columbia College Chicago

In an article about poetry slideshows, an image of a woman in a dress lying on her side while facing a wreath.

Screens

Poetry Slideshows: New Age Expression or Just Another Trend?

TikTok lends itself to digital poets everywhere. Will the artistic movement be as fleeting as the platform?

Isabelle Brookshire, Whittier College

In a story about staying organized for class students around a table studying

Classes

Best Ways to Get Organized for Online Class Success in 2023

One pervasive problem listed by students in online classes is the need for more interaction and engagement.

Daniel Reed

An actor having difficulties with mental health

Screens

Protecting The Mental Health Of Actors: A Crucial Imperative

Exploring the deeper issues that arise in pursuing a career in drama

Steffi Stoffel, Columbia College Chicago

In an article about world of warfare two characters from the video game fighting

Culture

The Art of Leveling: Strategies for New and Returning Players in WoW

Whether you’re a novice just starting your journey in Azeroth or a returning champion reminiscing old battlegrounds, the leveling experience remains a crucial part of the game.

Daniel Reed

In an article about 'Endless Summer Vacation,' Miley Cyrus stands in a black bathing suit. She has blond short hair and wears black sunglasses. Against a blue background, a glimmer of sparkly white goes across the photo.

Culture·Sounds·Thoughts

‘Endless Summer Vacation’ Tests the Traditional Album Cycle

Once a necessity to succeed, the album cycle evolves with streaming.

Avery Heeringa, Columbia College Chicago

In an article about Dolly Parton, a woman with blond hair and sparkly pink outfit stands in front of a bright pink background. The phrase "rockstar" is bright above her head

Culture·Screens·Sounds·Thoughts

America Loves Dolly Parton

An overview of the prolific singer-songwriter from her 1960s roots to today.

Shannon Strenfel, Arizona State University

In an article about sci-fi, Frankenstein's monster stands back-to-back with Peter Quill from Guardians of the Galaxy in front of a colorful background.

Culture·Pages·Screens

From ‘Frankenstein’ to ‘Guardians of the Galaxy’: ‘A True History’ of Sci-Fi

Science fiction has a long and complex past. How have sci-fi works from previous centuries influenced the modern genre?

Ava Coates, Emory University

An image of the popular American TV series “Mythbusters”

Screens·Thoughts

The Exciting Science of “MythBusters” – The Revolutionary Scientists

The iconic American television show renewed popular interest in the sciences.

Matthew Doss, University of Chicago

Thoughts

Find Your Perfect NFL Team Based on Your High School Clique

If you are a sports fan but have never determined which football team you should support, then your cringeworthy high school memories are here to help you.

Daniel Reed