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Why Are Modern-Day Musical Challenges Obsessed with Old Songs?

Shannon Mondesir, Brooklyn College

A new trend is revolutionizing the music industry as songs and dances keep old music alive.…

February 19, 2017

Meet the University of Michigan Student Behind Detroit’s Captwolf Collective

Deshia Dunn, Central Michigan University

Rapper SwoozyDolphin talks his Detroit upbringing and how his background in jazz informs his sound.…

February 14, 2017

Why I Didn’t Take a Gap Year, and Why That’s Okay

Gwynn Lyons, Stanford University

The next-best thing to taking a gap year? Realizing why you should take one after finishing college.…

February 14, 2017

To Read or Not to Read?

Madeleine Ngo, University of Florida

By improving your critical-thinking skills, reading can benefit you beyond your lit class, so make time to pick up a book.…

February 14, 2017

Fifty Shades of Psychology

Quintara Hatten, University of South Carolina-Columbia

The 'Fifty Shades of Grey' film series proves more than a sappy romance, as it raises questions of underlying abuse and psychological desire.…

February 13, 2017

Thank You, Trump, for Unifying Women Like Never Before

Alicia Drier, Roosevelt University

For many years, feminism has been a dirty word, but could 2017 bring a necessary facelift to this decades-long revolution?…

February 13, 2017

The Magicians: When Fantasy Becomes Relatable

Kara Mercer, Northern Illinois University

It’s hard enough maintaining a dean’s list-worthy GPA in college, let alone running a magical world and defeating mystical beasts.…

February 13, 2017

Why Do Foreign Students Consider Americans Ignorant?

Jessie Yang, The University of Hong Kong

Having gone to school in Hong Kong and California, I know that what people think about American students generally depends on how many of them they know.…

February 8, 2017

Here’s How to Jumpstart Your Future in Between Classes

Jasmin Suknanan, Stony Brook University

Making a few productive changes to your between-class routine can be more than beneficial.…

February 8, 2017

“Me Time” Could Be Just What the Doctor Ordered

Valarie Kiel, Texas State University

Despite the stigma associated with alone time, a little break from reality can have a multitude of benefits.…

February 4, 2017

Appreciating Violet Baudelaire: The Forgotten Female Protagonist

Uwana Ikaiddi, University of Central Florida

Though overlooked at the series’ initial release, Violet’s role as a strong, nuanced protagonist is finally garnering the recognition it deserves.…

February 1, 2017

Dear Freshman of 2017: 7 Tips from a High School Alumna

Zephanie Battle, Texas State University

With college around the corner, it’s important to know what you’re walking into.…

January 29, 2017

YouTuber Katherine Berry Talks the Business of Balancing Internet Fame

Josephine Werni, University of Minnesota Twin Cities

Berry has built a massive fan base with her college-lifestyle channel, 'Katherout.'…

January 28, 2017

Eddie Huang Is the Hero We Need

Kevin Cordon, University of California at Irvine

As xenophobic rhetoric continues to spread, the writer, chef, activist and television host remains a stalwart defender of cultural diversity.…

January 27, 2017

A Letter to President Trump From a Scared, Yet Hopeful Young Liberal

Mattie Winowitch, Waynesburg University

We both want what’s best for the country, but the problem is deciding what that means.…

January 26, 2017

Are Manic Pixie Dream Girls the New Barbie Doll?

Maria Alvarado, Savannah College of Arts and Design

Though the characters may seem empowered, in reality, they’re just repackaging misogynist concepts in new ways.…

January 26, 2017

‘A Series of Unfortunate Events’ May Be Fortunate After All

Joanne Paquin, Emerson College

Fans of the series will find the witty idiosyncrasies of its author perfectly preserved in the eight-part release.…

January 24, 2017

If You Watch That, Read This

Ashley Wertz, University of Pittsburgh

If you like 'The Walking Dead,' 'Stranger Things,' 'Dexter' or 'Supergirl,' we’ve got some books you should check out.…

January 23, 2017

A Critical Look at the Legacy of the 44th President

Jeffrey W. Cope, Texas State University

While many consider Obama to be the flyest president America has ever seen, his actions suggest that 'slyest' might be a better description.…

January 18, 2017

Here Are 5 Book-to-Television Series to Watch for in 2017

Joanne Paquin, Emerson College

From the fantasy world of 'Unfortunate Events' to the eerily realistic 'Handmaid’s Tale,' these series will rivet viewers just as much as they did readers.…

January 13, 2017

Why You Should Tune in to Netflix’s Reboot of ‘A Series of Unfortunate Events’

Michelle Criqui, James Madison University

Everything, from the episodic format, superior acting and involvement of Snicket himself, suggests that the show won't get off to a bad beginning.…

January 12, 2017

Photographer Evan Walsh Puts Masculinity Under the Microscope

Lindsey Davis, Iowa State University

A student at Emerson College, Walsh captures the hollow, stark defiance of young men, and the landscapes that define them.…

January 11, 2017

For Boosting Academic Focus, Is Adderall a Wonder Drug or a Slippery Slope?

Brittany Hurlbut, George Fox University

Students everywhere have been tempted with the drug’s promise of increased focus, but scientists maintain that unprescribed use can severely damage users’ health.…

January 11, 2017

6 TED Talks to Get You Through 2017

Olivia Wickstrom, Portland State University

Because the year ahead is unpredictable, these six TED Talks will have your back, no matter what life throws at you.…

January 9, 2017

Alisar Mustafa’s Struggle to Fight Adversity Through Education

Crissonna Tennison, UCLA

The twenty-year-old San Francisco State University junior is committed to fighting the negative effects of the Syrian civil war the best way she knows how—through advocacy for education.…

January 8, 2017

How to Unwind Before Starting the Spring Semester

Michelle Criqui, James Madison University

Rejuvenating before the new semester is the point of winter break, so take advantage of these tips to ensure you’re refreshed and ready.…

January 7, 2017

Reasons to Be Optimistic About 2017

Ashley Wertz, University of Pittsburgh

When the going gets tough, the tough make memes.…

January 3, 2017

Why Are So Many Video Games Being Made Into Movies?

Mari Landgrebe, Texas State University

With the release of movies such as “Assassin’s Creed” and “World of Warcraft,” the game-to-film trend is proving both durable and lucrative—but why?…

December 31, 2016

After heeding the advice of my friends and adopting a betta fish, I realized first-hand that the tiny fish are not as low-maintenance as you think.

The Pros and Cons of Owning a Betta Fish in College

Michelle Criqui, James Madison University

After heeding the advice of my friends and adopting a betta fish, I realized first-hand that the tiny fish are not as low-maintenance as you think.…

December 30, 2016

Meet the Computer Science Major Who Helped Solve the Problem of Fake News

Lindsey Davis, Iowa State University

Goel, a freshman at Purdue University, was part of the four-person team of undergraduates that developed FiB, an algorithm that distinguishes between real and fake news.…

December 30, 2016

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