Thoughts Conversation vs. Convention: Studying Abroad in Ireland An Irish getaway may just be what you need to alter your perspective on storytelling. Brynn Crisenbery, Northern Arizona University
Screens·Thoughts The Bratz Are Back Over 20 years after the first four girls were released, the world is truly starting to appreciate the girls with a passion for fashion. Katherine Hollis, New York University
Screens Into the Genius Mind of Brian Jordan Alvarez A brief history of this self-made star's rising career, from heartfelt yet humorous YouTube movies to the campy horror of 'M3GAN.' Alex Muniz, Pace University
Screens·Thoughts Greta Gerwig Didn’t Invent Womanhood; She Perfected It With numerous cinematic hits under her belt, young filmmaker Greta Gerwig has quickly mastered the art of directing. Ally Najera, California State University, Northridge
Thoughts To Tip or Not To Tip The COVID-19 pandemic has caused popular American society to turn an assessing eye on tipping culture, which allows many workers in the service industry to be paid a base wage of just $2.13 per hour. Shannon Strenfel, Arizona State University
Thoughts Being Inactive on Social Media Shouldn’t Hurt Your Career Prospects If Instagram handles have as much advocacy as skill sets, what happens when those handles are deemed insufficient? Julia Concepcion, Virginia Commonwealth University
Classes·Thoughts The Detrimental Effects of the Rat Race The daily grind is burning us out and causing us harm. Learn how to escape the seemingly never-ending cycle. Danni Shuai, University of Southern California
Thoughts Welcome to the World of At-Home Coffee Here are six of the best brewing methods to spice up your caffeine addiction. Malaki Lingg, The University of Texas at San Antonio
Sounds·Thoughts Kim Petras Instructs Us To ‘Feed the Beast’ Petras' first major-label album ranges from darkly exciting Europop to upbeat dance numbers. Avery Heeringa, Columbia College Chicago
Culture·Sounds Janelle Monáe Ushers in ‘The Age of Pleasure’ Janelle Monáe's new album celebrates queer love in the form of confident, upbeat summer anthems that are sure to get you up and moving. Avery Heeringa, Columbia College Chicago
Screens Howard Ashman: Remembering Disney’s Hero The beloved animation company's success is all thanks to an inspiring off-off Broadway playwright. Daniel Guerrero, College of the Canyons
Sounds How To Create the Perfect Spotify Playlist With so much music available at your fingertips, how can you possibly choose? Abby Worthington, Arcadia University