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Ric Grayson is a tragic disappointment to the DC and batman storyline.

Dick Grayson’s Tragic Fall to ‘Ric’ Grayson Is a Disappointment

Rose Younglove, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor

The Batman universe courts controversy with its fandom by turning the original Robin/Nightwing into an edgy bad boy with amnesia.…

May 6, 2020

Why ‘Legend of Korra’ Deserves More Love

Lisa Lilianstrom, Northern Illinois University

The iconic show 'Avatar: The Last Airbender' will be released on Netflix soon, so now it's time for the show's sequel to receive the attention it deserves.…

May 6, 2020

Illustration by Elizabeth Wong of Immanuel Kant in article about being a philosophy major

4 Reasons You Should Major in Philosophy in College

Bradford Smith, Louisiana State University

It's not just sitting around and pontificating in togas all day.…

May 6, 2020

For an article about universal basic income (UBI), a photo of Andrew Yang at a campaign rally

In the Wake of COVID-19, Universal Basic Income Looks Appealing

Ian Nordin, University of Texas at San Antonio

This kind of public assistance program seemed impossible before the painful economic impacts of the coronavirus, but the far-fetched idea is now gaining mainstream attention.…

May 6, 2020

"Feminist Antibodies" allows for Asian-American voices to be heard during a time of extreme exnophobia and discrimination.

‘Feminist Antibodies’ Is a Stern Rebuke to Coronavirus-Related Racism

Angel Lin, University of California, Santa Barbara

The zine released by the Asian American Feminist Collective offers a communal response to the emerging anti-Asian xenophobia in the wake of COVID-19.…

May 5, 2020

In an article about mental clutter, an illustration by Sarah Yu of a woman with sunglasses that look like a mosaic

Does Materialism Cause Mental Clutter and Can Minimalism Fix It?

Kali Johnson, Gustavus Adolphus College

Wanting too much has been linked to problems with depression, anxiety and relationships. Is going minimal the answer?…

May 5, 2020

Screenshot from 'Love Is Blind,' one of Netflix's new dating shows.

Dating Shows Try New Ground With ‘Love Is Blind’ and ‘Too Hot to Handle’

Vaishnavi Kalyana, College of DuPage

Netflix is going beyond the typical reality TV program with its two latest hits.…

May 5, 2020

The Garden (pictured above) allow for listeners to explore their individuality and creativity thorugh their punk sounds.

The Garden Is the Creative Two-Piece That Mixes Punk and Electronic

Brian Anderson Gil, California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo

These two California twins draw from a huge range of influences to make a sound that may not be commercial, but remains true to their artistic vision.…

May 5, 2020

Image of a person looking at their phone as they go online

Internet Habits: How Do We Spend Our Time Online?

Daniel Reed

What are people actually doing when they're on their computers or smartphones?…

May 5, 2020

Is Social Media Turning Us Into Reckless Spenders?

Kali Johnson, Gustavus Adolphus College

It's become an integral part of our lives, affecting the way we feel about ourselves — and possibly causing some financial drawbacks as well.…

May 4, 2020

knobs on studio equipment in an article about the music industry

The Grim Impacts of the Coronavirus on the Music Industry

Vaishnavi Kalyana, College of DuPage

It's not just festival cancellations that hurt. As COVID-19 continues to spread, the future of the business is starting to get dark.…

May 4, 2020

An illustration of some characters with range

10 Actors and Actresses With Incredible Range

Kayla Johnson, Bradley University

The people on this list can play whatever role, whenever.…

May 4, 2020

Photo of Junior Kimbrough album Most Things Haven't Worked Out

The Influence of Blues Musician Junior Kimbrough Is Felt to This Day

Bradford Smith, Louisiana State University

The trailblazing style of the late guitar player can be seen in both blues and rock 'n' roll, including in artists like the Black Keys.…

May 4, 2020

Spotify gave bedroom pop it's name, but it's no question has to why it has become so popular. In a world surrounded with the internet and easy accessibility, more artists are taking to the simplisitic and free-will music style.

Bedroom Pop Is the DIY Music Genre Dominating Gen Z’s Playlists

Nayeli G. Pena, Colorado College

Once made up of musicians recording songs at home, the style is now infiltrating the mainstream.…

May 3, 2020

Is Netflix’s New Show ‘BlackAF’ Perpetuating Colorism?

Alyssa Alexander, SUNY Buffalo State

With no dark-skin representation, the show is continuing the harmful idea that only light-skinned black people are worth casting.…

May 3, 2020

Fiona Apple (pictured above) is showing the irony in her recent review from Pitchfork with her careless attitude and fight against perfection.

Pitchfork Missed the Point When It Gave Last Fiona Apple Album a Perfect Score

Nina Dutta, Occidental College

The musician's latest release, 'Fetch the Bolt Cutters,' fights against perfection but still gets a rare 10.0 review from the long-running music site.…

May 3, 2020

Playboy Says Goodbye to Print and Signals the End of an Era

Alyssa Alexander, SUNY Buffalo State

The magazine has been a shadow of its former self for years. Will it be able to keep up in the online publishing world?…

May 2, 2020

Screenshot from Les Blank documentary Burden of Dreams

The Films of Les Blank Offer Unscripted Insight Into Unique People

Brian Anderson Gil, California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo

The director's films invite us into the raw everyday lives of unusual individuals.…

May 2, 2020

‘Too Hot to Handle’ Is Netflix’s Latest Reality TV Experiment

Nanda Illahi, Okayama University

After the success of 'The Circle' and 'Love is Blind,' Netflix has released another dating show with a twist.…

May 2, 2020

The Tiger King, Joe Exotic, with a tiger

In ‘Tiger King,’ Dramatic Feuds Overshadow Animal Abuse

Kayla Placide, University at Buffalo

The Netflix show was supposedly about big cats in captivity, but its main focus was the crazy cast and their concerns over money and murder.…

May 1, 2020

5 Workout Apps That Will Help You Stay Fit While You Stay Home

Mirella Gonzales, Texas Tech University

Going to the gym can be intimidating, not to mention expensive, but that doesn't have to stop you from getting the exercise you need.…

May 1, 2020

It’s Time for Shane Dawson to Recognize His Privilege

Lauren Buchko, Michigan State University

The popular YouTuber is estimated to be worth millions, so why does he keep acting like he's so poor?…

May 1, 2020

Violent Protests in the South Highlight Outdated Ideals in Modern Day

Ian Nordin, University of Texas at San Antonio

The South has a long and divisive history with the rest of the country, and it doesn't look like it's ending any time soon.…

May 1, 2020

In a digital storm, it has become easier than ever for artists to release music and create beats without the need for a recording studio.

Internet Beats Are Changing the Way Music Is Created

Nayeli G. Pena, Colorado College

Because of the web, aspiring producers and musicians can go from making beats in their bedroom to featuring on tracks by big name artists.…

April 30, 2020

Learning the piano or other instruments can be beneficial to those with disabilities.

How Learning an Instrument Helps People With Disabilities

Rose Younglove, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor

Everything from just making sounds to the actual process of practicing can be life-changing.…

April 30, 2020

For a piece on the book 'Yale Needs Women,' a picture of women at Yale the first time the university allowed them to take part in the freshmen move-in day and assembly

‘Yale Needs Women’ Looks Back at the Treatment of Women in the Ivy League

Karunya Bhramasandra, Stanford University

Anne Gardiner Perkins' new book gives voice to the first women who helped end gender discrimination at the prestigious school in the 1960s.…

April 30, 2020

‘Too Hot to Handle’ Is A Dating Show That Actually Shows Personal Growth

Kali Johnson, Gustavus Adolphus College

On the surface, this dating program sounds like your typical reality show fare, but if you dig a little deeper, you'll see the contestants actually develop as people.…

April 30, 2020