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3 Reasons Why You Should Definitely Be Working for Your College Yearbook

Michelle Criqui, James Madison University

Can I just write 'money' three times?…

September 6, 2016

The Importance of Joining Things in College, or Not

Maya Merberg, SUNY Geneseo

Why telling students to join clubs can actually be sending the wrong message.…

September 6, 2016

5 Reasons Non-Writers Should Take a Poetry Class

Bri Griffith, Carlow University

You’d be surprised what it can do for you.…

September 6, 2016

What I Learned During My 3-Month (Mostly) Raw Diet

August Wright, College of Charleston

Prepare for over sharing.…

September 6, 2016

3 Ways to Deal with Sophomore Year Existential Panic

Emily Suvannasankha, University of Central Florida

What's the point though?…

September 2, 2016

By the Way, NBC’s Olympic Coverage Kind of Sucked

Sofia Rivera, Simmons College

The Olympics have ended, and it looks like the network won’t be winning any gold medals.…

September 2, 2016

An Introvert’s Guide to Frat Parties

Danielle Wilkinson, Purdue University

Five tips that will help even the quietest quiet types see the red solo cup half full.…

September 1, 2016

5 Ways to Cope with the End of Summer

Daniel Nguyen, Wharton County Junior College

We’re not promising it’ll be painless, but these tips can make going back to school a little less terrible.…

September 1, 2016

13 Tips for Eating Well in College

Molly Burke, University of Texas at Austin

Simple nutritional advice for well-meaning students who have neither time nor money, or really anything.…

September 1, 2016

5 YouTube Channels That Every College Student Should Check Out

Josephine Werni, University of Minnesota Twin Cities

These five vlogs range from helpful to hilarious, but they’re all worth your time.…

September 1, 2016

The 5 Seniors You’ll Meet in Your Last Year of College

Jill Phelan, Saint Vincent College

They all have one thing in common: None of them are really focused on school.…

September 1, 2016

The Tremendous Unspoken Privilege of a College Education

Tim Philbin, College of the Holy Cross

Somewhere in the midst of complaining about homework and studying all night for a test, remember to consider how lucky you are.…

September 1, 2016

Why We Need Vince Staples So Badly

Kevin Cordon, University of California at Irvine

At a time in which many people are afraid to speak their minds, the 23-year old rapper is a hilarious, insightful voice of reason.…

August 31, 2016

Can Any Show Ever Be Better Than ‘The Simpsons’?

Amelia Williams, City College of San Francisco

Given the changing landscape of television though, can it ever be replicated?…

August 31, 2016

Unpacking the Pretentiousness of Literature Majors

Lauren Diethelm, University of California at Santa Cruz

Their use of the word “unpacking” might have something to do with it.…

August 31, 2016

The Blatant Racism of J.K. Rowling’s Ilvermorny Houses

Samantha Gross, Concordia University Irvine

An in-depth look at cultural appropriation in the American houses from an overly involved 'Harry Potter' fan.…

August 31, 2016

Why UTSA is the Best College in the Country

Jessica Peña, University of Texas at San Antonio

Here are just a few of the reasons you should seriously consider transferring.…

August 30, 2016

In “The Get Down,” Netflix Nails the Birth of Hip Hop

Kevin Cordon, University of California at Irvine

Despite being overshadowed by other original series, “The Get Down” has a case for being the summer’s biggest hit.…

August 30, 2016

6 Ways to Regain Your Back-to-School Focus

Bri Griffith, Carlow University

Going from summer to syllabi can be daunting, so here are some ways to smooth the transition.…

August 30, 2016

Mr. Robot Fans: If You Didn’t Understand the Twist at the End of Season 1, Here’s Why

Shiloh McKinnon, Reed College

Many shows now expect their viewers to have a mental catalogue of iconic references, but what if you don’t?…

August 30, 2016

“Kubo” Will Strum Your Heartstrings

Katie Sanchez, University of Texas at San Antonio

The elegantly animated film about a young boy and his odd instrument is a heartwarming summer success.…

August 30, 2016

How to Prepare for Classes You’re Unprepared For

Andrew Mikula, Bates College

Getting out of Calculus I sounded like a good idea before they put you in Calculus II.…

August 29, 2016

What is the Future of #SocialMedia in the Classroom?

Olivia Buzzacco, Bowling Green State University

Though long dismissed by faculty as a distraction, some professors are beginning to see the potential of popular apps in college courses.…

August 29, 2016

Is the Answer to Justice Changing?

Lauren Grimaldi, Roosevelt University

The Department of Justice announced it will no longer use private prisons, but what does that mean for our nation’s incarcerated?…

August 29, 2016

Which Candidate Has Hollywood’s Vote?

Mallory Arnold, Ohio University

These seven performers have made it very clear who they’re going with, though Kanye is still on the fence.…

August 27, 2016

Television Is Dead; Long Live Television

Michelle Criqui, James Madison University

As streaming sites overtake cable in popularity, prepare for a new era of entertainment.…

August 27, 2016

A Talk with Jason Goldenberg, the Incredible Strongman

Mallory Arnold, Ohio University

Not only is he biking across the country, he’s strong enough to do it for those who can’t.…

August 27, 2016

8 Things You Need to Know About the New ‘Spider-Man’ Film

Danielle Wilkinson, Purdue University

Among other things, the director’s big break was a movie he came up with as a joke.…

August 26, 2016

Forcibly Befriending Your Roommates, a Starter Kit

Emily Suvannasankha, University of Central Florida

Three foolproof ways to wrangle your cohabitants into friendship, as well as why you should wrangle them in the first place.…

August 26, 2016

After Trump Loses, the GOP Will Suffer for Years to Come

Daniel Enjamio, Santa Fe College

Not only are Republicans fighting a losing battle, they’re alienating youth and minority voters, thereby ensuring their future unpopularity.…

August 26, 2016