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Is Democracy Broken?

Yasser Ali Nasser, Oxford College

As demagogues spring up across the world and England leaves the EU, the tyranny of the masses seems realer than ever before.…

July 5, 2016

What Leslie Knope Can Teach You about Life

Daniel Nguyen, Wharton County Junior College

In her seven seasons on “Parks and Recreation,” Knope’s character taught audiences how to find happiness in the midst of insanity.  …

July 4, 2016

The Hidden Repercussions of Amazon Prime for Students

Jessica Stowe, University of Texas at San Antonio

Just how much is free shipping worth?…

July 4, 2016

Forget Reality TV, These Vloggers Show the Real Real Life

Michelle Criqui, James Madison University

For better or for worse, vlogs are the ultimate intersection of intimacy and entertainment.…

July 4, 2016

Season 4 of ‘Orange is the New Black’ Mixes the Far-Fetched with a Dose of Reality

Katie Hovan, University of Miami

This season brought all the lesbian sex and prison violence audiences were expecting, as well as a few noteworthy changes.…

July 3, 2016

Finding a Cinematic Marvel in ‘Finding Dory’

Maya Merberg, SUNY Geneseo

For a film released thirteen years after its predecessor, 'Finding Dory' hardly skips a beat.…

July 3, 2016

So We Know Who Jon Snow’s Parents Are: Now What?

Amy Garcia, Johns Hopkins University

Predictions, guesses, hopes and dreams about what ‘Game of Thrones’ has in store for next season.…

July 2, 2016

Everything You Wanted to Know About Getting a PhD, and Then Some 

Yasser Ali Nasser, Oxford College

From test taking to writing statements of purpose, here’s what you can expect from the PhD application process.…

July 2, 2016

A Response to the ‘NYT’ Article Calling Modern Students ‘Emotionally Unprepared’

Danielle Wilkinson, Purdue University

Older generations have always questioned and feared for younger ones. Have things really changed?…

July 2, 2016

5 Ways Knowing Sign Language Can Save Your Ass

Emily Suvannasankha, University of Central Florida

From sending silent messages to remembering trivia for school, knowing sign language can come in handy.…

July 1, 2016

The College Student’s Summer Declutter

Samantha Gross, Concordia University Irvine

Your guide to successfully living in one place with twice the shit.…

July 1, 2016

Remembering ‘New York Times’ Photographer Bill Cunningham, Original Hipster

Sofia Rivera, Simmons College

And not just because he unironically rode a bicycle everywhere.…

July 1, 2016

Traveling This Summer? Why Hostels are Perfect for Students Abroad

Josephine Werni, University of Minnesota Twin Cities

Cheaper, filled with young people and usually right in the center of the city, hostels are ideal for student travelers.…

June 30, 2016

Examining the 2016 XXL Freshman Class of Hip Hop

Kevin Cordon, University of California at Irvine

From Lil Yachty to Denzel Curry, here’s a breakdown of the year’s hottest up-and-coming rappers.…

June 29, 2016

Why You Shouldn’t Room with a Friend Freshman Year

Michelle Nektalov, SUNY Purchase

Liking someone doesn’t mean liking how they live.…

June 29, 2016

What Your Favorite Strain of Weed Says About You

Amelia Williams, City College of San Francisco

From Lamb’s Bread to Girl Scout Cookies, everyone has a type.…

June 29, 2016

The Perks of Being a Night Owl

Bri Griffith, Carlow University

The calm of being up late does help concentration and creativity, but mostly it’s about the “Ed, Edd 'n' Eddy” reruns.…

June 29, 2016

Why Pessimism Makes You Happier

Tim Philbin, College of the Holy Cross

Especially in college, where stressing over uncontrollable situations is common, prepping for the worst is actually the best.…

June 28, 2016

An Overview of “O.J.: Made in America,” a Series About Much More Than a Murder Trial

Daniel Enjamio, Santa Fe College

The “30 for 30” documentary situates the murder in the context of ‘90’s Los Angeles and the psyche of Simpson.…

June 28, 2016

What You Need to Know About J.K. Rowling’s “Harry Potter” Production, “The Cursed Child”

Shiloh McKinnon, Reed College

The 8th installment of the story, a play premiering soon in London, has drawn ire from fans internationally. As it should have.…

June 28, 2016

Forget the Freshman Fifteen, Here’s What Students Need to Know About Food in College

Jessica Peña, University of Texas at San Antonio

Your eating habits will definitely change, but not always in the way you’ve been told.…

June 28, 2016

Video Age: The Band Answering the Call of Rock and Roll

Olivia McCoy, University of Georgia

Though their first album drops at the end of June, the band’s single “Throwing Knives” is already garnering national acclaim.…

June 28, 2016

Skipping While Bae-Less: Having Fun Without Your Beau

Katie Sanchez, University of Texas at San Antonio

How to avoid being S.O.L. when your S.O. leaves town.…

June 27, 2016

Michigan Artist Lee Herpy on Nude Paintings, Jung, Hockey Jerseys

Olivia Buzzacco, Bowling Green State University

On his dream project: “Pure batshit, high speed, burnt out, passionate insanity.”…

June 27, 2016

The Athlete’s Immunity to Justice

Lauren Grimaldi, Roosevelt University

Emboldened by a history of lax discipline, athletes often think they live in a world free of consequences.…

June 27, 2016

Confessions of a Teenage Telemarketer: What You Learn from Terrible Jobs

Andrew Mikula, Bates College

Especially in college and high school, finding an enjoyable work environment with enriching coworkers should be your first priority.…

June 27, 2016

The Genius/Cowardice of Ghosting

Katie Hovan, University of Miami

Ghosting, or gradually ignoring someone until your relationship with them dissolves, is both brilliant and despicable. So should you do it?…

June 26, 2016

Spoiler Alert: This Article Contains Tips for Spoiling Spoiler Moments

Michelle Criqui, James Madison University

When you have to keep the finale to yourself, the last thing you want to do is try to keep the finale to yourself.…

June 25, 2016

A Sexy Little Secret: Why Piercing Newbies Should Pierce Their Nipples

August Wright, College of Charleston

Before you clutch your breasts in horror, think about it: Except for a handful grateful people, nobody will even know you have them.…

June 25, 2016

Movie Nerds Unite: Nine Essential YouTube Channels for Movie Lovers

Danielle Wilkinson, Purdue University

From “Cinema Sins” to “Nostalgia Critic,” these channels offer hilarious, insightful analyses of your favorite movies.…

June 24, 2016