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The James Charles vs. Tati Westbrook Feud Is Textbook Beauty-Community Toxicity

Anna Sutherland, American University

The scandal is just the latest squabble in a community where inner beauty means next to nothing.…

May 15, 2019

The 9 Best Haircuts for College Guys

Gary Dek

Express yourself, through hair.…

April 24, 2019

Anna Borges on Making Conversation About Mental Health

Michaela Shea-Gander, Denison University

Her essay, 'I Am Not Always Very Attached to Being Alive,' has opened up a much-needed dialogue.…

April 13, 2019

Introducing Secret Walls, the ‘Fight Club’ of Street Artists

Emma Uk, Brookdale Community College

In the competition, graffiti and visual artists compete against each other to win the audience's approval.…

April 5, 2019

9 Asian and Asian-American Trendsetters Changing the Fashion Game

Jillian Morris, Chapman University

These style savants are pushing the world of jawns into overdrive.…

March 25, 2019

Why Every Budding Writer Should Participate in Camp NaNoWriMo

Ben Garcia, Hope International University

Sometimes, quantity over quality isn’t such a bad thing.…

March 25, 2019

Why Dua Lipa’s ‘One Kiss’ Will Always Be a Timeless Pop Classic

Michael Wu, Case Western Reserve University

The song's narcotic catchiness is no accident.…

March 18, 2019

‘The Sims’ 100-Baby Challenge Is Weird and Sweeping the Internet

Grace John, Rutgers University

How many kids do *you* want?…

March 12, 2019

‘Dope Labs’ Brings Science, Quippy Humor and Diversity to the Podcast-Verse

Keely Cohen-Breen, SUNY Plattsburgh College

It’s finally time for badass women to take the mic.…

March 11, 2019

The 6 Best Side Hustles for the Fashion-Minded Student

Hannah Cullen, St. Cloud State University

Express yourself and make money doing it.…

March 4, 2019

A Day in the Life of YouTube’s ‘Saying Yes for 24 Hours’ Challenge

Rishi Patel, University of Iowa

What would your life look like if your partner dictated it?…

February 28, 2019

‘Sure, I Like Fun’: A Conversation with Austin Artist Will Bryant

Lily Harrington, University of Georgia

Bright, light and colorful, Bryant’s trademark aesthetic mirrors his generous charm.…

February 21, 2019

Mental Health Is Finally Trending

Paige Brauser, Connecticut College

The conversations we've needed to have for decades are finally taking place.…

October 30, 2018

UNCULTURED: A Plea to Kill the Migos Hype

Yoni Yardeni, Pierce College

Hasn’t everyone had enough of this s---?…

October 30, 2018

Afros, Cornrows, Weaves and the Roots of Identity

Danielle Richardson, Florida State University

As black women find increasing representation in media, their hairstyles get political.…

October 1, 2018

What’s the Deal with the Ugly Produce Movement?

Tricia Crimmins, Bates College

Misshapen fruits and veggies are the new black.…

September 26, 2018

Columbian-Canadian Jessie Reyez Is an Artist You Need to Know

Christian Cannon, Rice University

The R&B singer's striking appearance and iconoclastic lyrics have her primed for a breakthrough.…

September 5, 2018

How Subtle, Everyday Sexism Manifests in Your Life

Monica Petrucci, Emerson College

Looking at the countless imbalances women face beyond #MeToo.…

September 4, 2018

JUULs Have Become the Newest Way to Get Addicted to Nicotine

Anastasia Cottone, St. Bonaventure University

It might be trendy now, but just wait a few years.…

August 23, 2018

4 Quirky, Independently Owned Bookstores Just Waiting to Be Instagrammed

Maria Basileo, Central Connecticut State University

Imagine all the likes ... err books you can get.…

August 9, 2018

10 Things You Need to Bring to Survive Your First Fan Convention

Casey LaValley, Ferris State University

Summer convention season awaits. Are you ready?…

August 9, 2018

The Rise of the Internet Witch

Jen Tombs, University of Warwick

Shifting social mores — along with the internet's help — have led to a uniquely millennial brand of mysticism.…

July 27, 2018

When We Commercialize Dystopias, Bad Things Happen

Jen Tombs, University of Warwick

Do you really want to wear lingerie named after after a sex slave?…

July 22, 2018

Why We Owe Kelly Kapowski for Inventing the ‘90s Style We Wear Today

Study Breaks Staff

Her wardrobe was ahead of its time.…

July 22, 2018

These Are the 5 Lifestyle Magazines You Need This Summer

Sarah Penix, Ohio University

Writing so good it'll hardly feel like reading.…

July 4, 2018

3 Reasons Why ‘Hot Ones’ Is the Realest (and Most Sadistic) Show on YouTube

Kiersten Lynch, Seton Hall University

Chicken wings have finally found their true calling.…

July 4, 2018

The Fabulous App Is a Life Coach at Your Fingertips

Ayanna Totten, East Stroudsburg University

Want to be a better person? There's an app for that.…

June 28, 2018

Rebecca Black Is Back

Rachel Hall, Augustana College

And thank god it's not with 'Friday.'…

June 21, 2018

Lily Allen’s ‘No Shame’ Gets Stuck Between Personal Growth and Staying Relevant

Sarah Penix, Ohio University

The album offers a retrospective take on the artist’s career and life, but often relies on tired pop tropes.…

June 21, 2018

3 Ways Companies Can Avoid Exploiting the LGBTQ+ Community This June

Monica Petrucci, Emerson College

This year, celebrate pride by outing homocapitalism.…

June 18, 2018