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Black BookTubers Need More Visibility on YouTube

What does it mean for Black content creators and the community they serve when they’re not given the same opportunities as their white counterparts?…

December 26, 2020

6 Ways How Tech Students Can Deal With Humanities

Daniel Reed

You might think it's not worth it, but your grades might disagree.…

December 24, 2020

‘Dash and Lily’ Is a ‘Note’-Worthy Rom-Com for This Holiday Season

Samantha Havela, University of Michigan

Trading notes in a journal left behind in a New York City bookstore, the characters of this Netflix series navigate a few inclusive winter romances. …

December 21, 2020

4 Easy Steps To Help You Conquer Receptive Bilingualism

Tanisha Bhat, Boston University

For many children of immigrants, they can understand their parents' language but they can't speak it. Although it may seem daunting at first, learning it is worth the effort.…

December 20, 2020

An illustration of a girl reading for an article on the Goodreads Reading Challenge.

The Curse of the Goodreads Reading Challenge

Eva McCarthy Mínguez, Stony Brook University

The annual challenge allows users to set reading goals for themselves. However, does it pressure us, or actually motivate us to read?…

December 19, 2020

Cinderella Is Dead. (Illustration by Marcus Escobar, Minneapolis College of Art and Design)

‘Cinderella Is Dead’ Reimagines a Sapphic Cinderella Story

Emma Watts, University of Arizona

This retelling of a classic tale follows two sapphic women who are determined to overthrow a dystopian patriarchal society.…

December 16, 2020

How to Finish an Essay Fast(er)? 10 Fast MUST-KNOW Tips & Tricks

Daniel Reed

If you're strapped for time, here are some hints that can help you get that paper finished in less than half an hour.…

December 15, 2020

‘Great British Bake-Off’ Is a Welcome Distraction From Pandemic Life

Aimi Wen, Duke University

Filled with memorable bakes, heartwarming stories and happy endings, the baking show is the perfect break from stressful times.…

December 13, 2020

An illustration of a book of poetry, a mask and a pen

Poetry Can Provide Much Needed Comfort During the Pandemic

Alice Murphy, University of Maryland, College Park

The whole world has been forced to slow down and become isolated, which is why many people have turned to poetic literature to cope.…

December 12, 2020

Tips for Getting Kids Genuinely Interested in Reading

Daniel Reed

Children aren't always excited to get into books, but if you're smart about it, you can turn them into voracious readers in no time.…

December 8, 2020

Holiday. (Illustration by Eri Iguchi, Minneapolis College of Art and Design)

9 Ways To Decorate for the Holiday Season on a College Budget

Anna Wurm, Texas A&M University

Use these inexpensive yet festive tricks to brighten up your living space this winter.…

December 2, 2020

Illustration of a book of poetry by Emmalia Godshall for an article on new age poetry

Poetry Has Now Entered a New Age, but Is It a Good One?

Kirtika Sharad, George Washington University

Instapoets like Rupi Kaur have amassed millions of followers who adore their work, but is any of it actually good?…

December 1, 2020

An illustration of Orion Carloto taking a picture for an article on her new book "Film For Her."

Orion Carloto’s ‘Film for Her’ Expresses Her Heritage and Feelings on Coming of Age

Eva McCarthy Mínguez, Stony Brook University

The poet and photographer has grown since the publication of her last book.…

November 28, 2020

Why the ‘Perfect’ Male Love Interest Is Problematic

Samantha Havela, University of Michigan

While this common trope in media may be idealistic, it causes problems by creating unrealistic models of men.…

November 27, 2020

No Coronavirus Related Post-Apocalyptic Movies, Please

Arianna Taylor, University of Rochester

The trailer for COVID-19-themed 'Songbird' is the opening salvo for pandemic-related films coming out. Are these kinds of productions too insensitive for the world right now?…

November 25, 2020

in an article about Black poetry, an excerpt from Terrance Hayes' poetry collect "American Sonnets For My Past and Future Assassin"

3 Collections of Contemporary Black Poetry Perfect for the World Today

Alexa Katherine Will, University of Pittsburgh

These works confront America’s deeply racist history and present, and at the same time, explore healing, accompanied by bursts of joy, light and love.…

November 23, 2020

After We Collided. (Image via Google Images)

The Movie ‘After We Collided’ Is a Toxic Teen Romance

Anna Wurm, Texas A&M University

Viewers won't find themselves watching a romantic movie, but instead a film that glorifies abuse.…

November 22, 2020

BookTuber Leena Norms Wants Us To Engage With Existential Questions

Arianna Taylor, University of Rochester

The British YouTuber asks her audience to deal with the philosophical implications of art and dealing with oneself as a person with autonomy.…

November 18, 2020

Illustration by Xingzhou Cheng for an article on celebrities and politics

Should Celebrities Be Pressured To Engage in Politics?

Kirtika Sharad, George Washington University

It's become expected of the rich and famous to use their massive platforms to tackle social and political issues, but should they be involved at all?…

November 18, 2020

Racism and Appropriation Are Running Rampant in the Food Industry

Aimi Wen, Duke University

From ignoring the contributions of chefs of color to appropriating foreign dishes, white supremacy often rears its ugly head in the culinary world.…

November 15, 2020

Virtual Services Are Recreating a Sense of Spiritual Community

Alice Murphy, University of Maryland, College Park

The pandemic has made it unsafe to attend religious services, but people are finding other ways to stay rooted in their faith.…

November 14, 2020

Dark Academia Is More Than Just an Aesthetic — It’s Building a Community

Haven Worley, University of Rochester

The fashion trend and subculture is rekindling an eagerness to learn after going viral on TikTok, Instagram and YouTube.…

November 12, 2020

Little Free Libraries Connect People Through the Written Word

Alexa Katherine Will, University of Pittsburgh

Take a book, leave a book. These book exchanges allow for both self-enlightenment and an interconnected community, all while showing that following your passions can lead to real change.…

November 10, 2020

Top 10 ‘Survivor’ Contestants Who Never Won the Million

Callie Rosenzweig, University of Chicago

Winners of the show are revered by fans worldwide, but some players who couldn’t pull out a victory are just as deserving of praise.…

November 8, 2020

Illustration by Xingzhou Cheng for an article on the Nagorno-Karabakh Conflict

A Crash Course on the Nagorno-Karabakh Conflict

Kirtika Sharad, George Washington University

The conflict is one of deep-seated ethnic and historical tensions. It's become extremely necessary to spread awareness of the violence.…

November 4, 2020

The UN’s Sustainability Development Goals Offer a Blueprint for a Better Future

Aimi Wen, Duke University

In 2015, the United Nations drew up 17 objectives that will hopefully lead to a more equitable, sustainable world. In 2020, they're more important than ever.…

November 2, 2020

An illustration of a girl among the stars for an article on "The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue"

‘The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue’ Shows What It Would Be Like To Live Forever

Eva McCarthy Mínguez, Stony Brook University

More well-known for her young adult work, V.E. Schwab has penned a novel about a protagonist who has acquired immortality — but at an incredible cost.…

November 1, 2020