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A calendar and photos adorn a green wall, surrounded by marron books, depicting the life of a family: Boys playing basketball, a wedding, a man dressed in military uniform, etc. In the foreground is a desk, upon which lies a yellow notepad with a blue pen, with writing on it. To the left is a white cup holding more blue pens, to the right a stack of paper with more writing, indicating the unseen writing has been doing this for a while.

Exploring the life of Pat Conroy and “The Great Santini”

Analyzing how the life of Pat Conroy influenced his popular book "The Great Santini" and various other works.…

March 3, 2024

In article about Joss Whedon, a screenshot from Buffy the Vampire Slayer

Does the Shadow of Joss Whedon Ruin ‘Buffy the Vampire Slayer’?

The creator of the cherished '90s hit TV series permanently damaged his reputation, but should it also affect the show fans love so much?…

March 20, 2022

One of the Turpin sisters in an article about 'Escape from a House of Horror.'

The Turpin Sisters Reveal All in ‘Escape from a House of Horror’

Asiya Robinson, Rowan University

An ABC News 20/20 special event discloses the extent of the abuse these children experienced throughout their entire lives.…

December 30, 2021

a photograph of three children in the foster care system playing with toy cars

Immigrant and Foster Children Are in Danger in Texas

Sophie N. Munoz, University of Texas at San Antonio

The failures at foster care facilities in the Lone Star State continue to harm young people. These problems need to be fixed once and for all.…

May 31, 2021

Honey Boy film and Shia LaBeouf allegations. (Illustration by Marlowe Pody, Rhode Island School of Design)

‘Honey Boy’ Takes on New Meaning in Light of Shia LeBeouf’s Alleged Abuse

Sarah Gudenau, Oakland University

The 2019 film tells a compelling narrative of the actor's childhood and gives insight into the history of abuse behind the recent allegations against him.…

January 19, 2021

‘A Teacher’ Examines the Subtleties of Grooming and Manipulation

Kirtika Sharad, George Washington University

The new FX on Hulu mini-series encapsulates the complexities of a predatory relationship with a female perpetrator and a male victim.…

December 8, 2020

An illustration of a man hovering above a woman, representing an emotionally abusive relationship.

How To Overcome an Emotionally Abusive Relationship

Emily Jewett, University of San Diego

Here are strategies for your healing journey, from someone who has endured the same thing.…

November 24, 2020

365 Days movie still; two main characters stare into each other's eyes

‘365 Days’ Misunderstands the Role of Consent Within BDSM

Madalyn Watson, Baylor University

The steamy film is at the top of Netflix's popularity charts. However, its messages surrounding healthy sexual relationships are dubious.…

July 17, 2020

Picture of woman crying in an article about being quarantined in abusive households

How to Cope When You’re Quarantined in an Abusive Household

Emerson Holmes, Lindenwood University

Many college students have gone home because of the coronavirus, but happens when 'home' is a place of abuse?…

April 17, 2020

Intimacy Training Is Righting the Wrongs of Sexual Misconduct in Theater

Cameron Rapata, Columbia College Chicago

The demand for change in the performing arts is leading to a new kind of sex talk.…

November 7, 2019

From Struggles to Successes: A Carnegie Mellon Student’s Story

Christian Zeitler, Carnegie Mellon

Getting into college is hard enough, but this Carnegie Mellon student overcame more obstacles than the average applicant.…

November 18, 2017

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