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Everyone Poops, but Do We Have to Talk About It?

Jill Phelan, Saint Vincent College

In an era of toilet selfies and poop emojis, one writer’s fight for decency will not be deterred.…

June 16, 2016

Vic Mensa’s “There’s Alot Going On” Demands Political Action, Attention

Kevin Cordon, University of California at Irvine

The 22-year old Chicagoan is unapologetically political in his first EP since 2013.…

June 16, 2016

By and For: The Agency of Student Organizations at UC Santa Cruz

Lauren Diethelm, University of California at Santa Cruz

Students run (yes, actually run) the school’s student groups, creating a sense of responsibility that’s inspired the student body.…

June 16, 2016

Breaking Up with the Word “Friendzone”

Michelle Nektalov, SUNY Purchase

Shaming someone’s inability to desire you is not only useless, it’s damaging.…

June 15, 2016

Rape: A Letter to College Men

Jessica Peña, University of Texas at San Antonio

College men should be the driving force behind ending campus rape culture, not the group perpetuating it.…

June 15, 2016

The Girl in the Group Project

Amelia Williams, City College of San Francisco

If you’re the only girl in a group project, standing your ground and speaking your voice are no longer optional.…

June 15, 2016

Bragging vs. Sharing: On Facebook, What’s the Difference?

Bri Griffith, Carlow University

An analysis of the millennial’s most vexing dilemma.…

June 15, 2016

Dumping Iron: A Case for Ditching Your Gym

Tim Philbin, College of the Holy Cross

How you can use your brain to get your brawn.…

June 15, 2016

What Internet Trolls and Socrates Have in Common

Shiloh McKinnon, Reed College

An influencer of ivory tower education and internet flame wars, Socratic skepticism can play an inflammatory role in the age of information.…

June 14, 2016

3 Intriguing NBA Teams to Buy Stock In

Daniel Enjamio, Santa Fe College

Though not ready quite yet, the Timberwolves, Magic and Nuggets all have promising futures in the seasons to come.…

June 14, 2016

A Non-Gamer’s Guide to Gaming

Olivia McCoy, University of Georgia

When it comes to relationships, you don’t have to understand the controller to be in control.…

June 14, 2016

Why ASMR Is Perfect for College Students

Katie Sanchez, University of Texas at San Antonio

It’s free, healthy and popular on YouTube, but you’ve probably experienced the peculiar tingling sensation before.…

June 14, 2016

The Recommendation: Elvis Duran and the Morning Show

Lindsey Davis, Iowa State University

Though never a radio show enthusiast in my life, I would recommend anyone, especially students, check out Elvis Duran.…

June 13, 2016

First Hillary, Then You: Encouraging Political Participation in College Women

Lauren Grimaldi, Roosevelt University

Surrounded by idealistic peers with complete freedom of choice, college is the best time to experiment with political engagement.…

June 13, 2016

To Juice or Not to Juice?

Mallory Arnold, Ohio University

Critics claim it’s unhealthy, while advocates sing its praises. Who’s right?…

June 13, 2016

Why College Writers Should Embrace Fan-Fiction (Seriously)

Courtney Taylor, Northeast Lakeview College

You may encounter a few pre-pubescent “One Direction” fantasies, but the world of fanfic has a lot to offer the budding novelist.…

June 13, 2016

The Advantages of Being a Military Brat in College

Michelle Criqui, James Madison University

Not only will you have dozens of handy ice-breakers, you’re more than used to making wherever you are feel like home.…

June 13, 2016

A Student Perspective: Israel, Birthright and the Syrian Civil War

Maya Merberg, SUNY Geneseo

Hearing about conflict in the Middle East is one thing. Cancelling your lunch plans because of a stabbing spree is another.…

June 13, 2016

The Truth About College Hookup Culture

Katie Hovan, University of Miami

Though one-night stands and romantic flings seem to dominate college life, the numbers tell a different story.…

June 13, 2016

Endorphins Make People Happy, and Happy People Just Don’t Leave Their Boyfriends

August Wright, College of Charleston

Why working out together keeps couples together.…

June 11, 2016

Baby Faced Killers: The Pros & Cons of Having Cherubic Features

Danielle Wilkinson, Purdue University

You'll always look younger than you actually are, but that's irrelevant until you're old enough to care.…

June 10, 2016

The Mother of Jon Snow: Wylla, Ashara or Lyanna?

Amy Garcia, Johns Hopkins University

The latest developments in the biggest 'Game of Thrones' mystery of them all.…

June 10, 2016

Which of the New Pokémon Starters are You?

Emily Suvannasankha, University of Central Florida

Hopefully you’re not a Rowlet.…

June 10, 2016

American Student Movements Should Be Taking Notes on the French Labor Protests

Yasser Ali Nasser, Oxford College

Because no one protests like the French.…

June 10, 2016

Is Netflix Transitioning to Exclusively Original Content?

Samantha Gross, Concordia University Irvine

In the midst of constantly adding and removing titles, the streaming service has quietly been adjusting the ratios of what goes and in and comes out.…

June 9, 2016

Oh, the Places Kevin Durant Could Go!

Kevin Cordon, University of California at Irvine

A guide to just a few of Durant’s possible free agency destinations…

June 9, 2016

Life off the Road: Vacation Advice from a Self-Described Hermit

Daniel Nguyen, Wharton County Junior College

Sometimes it’s just better to stay inside.…

June 9, 2016

Backpacking Through Europe, But the Unromantic Parts

Josephine Werni, University of Minnesota Twin Cities

Hiking through the Continent can be culturally and personally rewarding—just make sure you’ve planned for the worst. …

June 8, 2016

Rave Rumors: Sorting Out EDM Fact From Fiction

Michelle Nektalov, SUNY Purchase

While the perceptions of drug use are largely true, most other “widely known” truths are far from accurate.…

June 8, 2016

Though a Generation Apart, Muhammad Ali Still Inspires Today’s Students

Daniel Enjamio, Santa Fe College

Most of us never saw Ali box, and many only recognize his late, wizened figure, but the example of his conviction rings truer now than ever.  …

June 8, 2016