Cartoon Network

Cartoon Network Has Had a Rocky Road to the Top

Karina Rojas, University of Texas at San Antonio

The channel is dominating the world of young adult animation, but getting there wasn't child’s play.…

April 23, 2022

Children’s TV Shows Are Gradually Getting Better at LGBT Representation

Alyssa Griffin, Molloy College

Although TV programming aimed at kids is becoming more inclusive, it still has a long way to go.…

April 15, 2022

In an article about animation, a statue of Woody leans agnaist the sign of Toy Story's toyland.

Has Traditional Animation Reached the End of the Line?

Beth Nipper, University of Iowa

Western cartoons were once entirely hand-drawn, frame by frame. With the rise of computer-based CGI and the success of movies like 'Frozen,' however, the medium has been seeing some drastic changes.…

August 11, 2021

Illustration of a bedroom featuring the [as] bump

Why Is Your TikTok FYP Crowded With Homemade [Adult Swim] Bumps?

Olivia Wisse, Hofstra University

If you use the social media app, chances are you’ve recently encountered this trend that spoofs Cartoon Network's programming.…

June 29, 2021

An illustration of Goku from Dragon Ball Z for an article about the history behind Goku Day. (Illustration by Lexey Gonzalez, Wichita State University)

Goku Day: The History Behind Japan’s Anime Holiday

Justin Spencer, University of Texas at San Antonio

In essence, this celebration was created in honor of a certain beloved ‘Dragon Ball Z’ character who represents progression through intense struggle.…

May 20, 2021

illustration of cartoon characters within a bunch of tv screens

5 2000s Cartoon Shows That Should Not Have Been Canceled

Sophie N. Munoz, University of Texas at San Antonio

These shows ended suddenly at the height of their development or else hastily wrapped up their storylines, leaving viewers with questions about their favorite characters that still remain unanswered.…

May 2, 2021