COVID-19 - Page 7

Deadpool stands out against a paper-like background in his red and black uniform, swords strapped firmly to his black. A question mark hovers next to his head, held by a speech bubble made from a similar paper-esque material as the background; the material also outlines Deadpool's body, suggesting both he and the question mark have been cut out and glued to the background. His eyes are fixed in a smug glance, like he wants the question communicate just how stupid he thinks you are.

Could Deadpool be the “Messiah” the MCU needs?

Santiago Rivera, Washington University in St. Louis

As fun as the trailer was, after so many disappointing Marvel productions lately, is it worth getting hyped up?…

February 27, 2024

In this article, about how social media challenges can help users progress on important self-development goals, a purple figure is waving at a black smartphone. It casts a chalk-like blue light against the figure and the dark background, as grey stars twinkle around the space.

Follower-Farming or Self-Actualization: The Positive Side of Social Media

Santiago Rivera, Washington University in St. Louis

The growing trend of doing a daily challenge for every follower you gain. Is it selfish follower “farming” or self-improvement encouragement?…

February 9, 2024

Evolution or Devolution? The Changing Structure of Songs

Avery Heeringa, Columbia College Chicago

Over time, music has varied in length and structure. In the current digital age, where does music clock in? …

January 24, 2024

In an article about comic artists, an frame from the comic Strange Planet

3 Popular Comic Artists Tackling Life Issues While Making Us Laugh

Aubrey Doerr, Chapman University

During times like these, creatives have way too much time on their hands. One result: killer web comics with deadly serious undertones.…

June 22, 2020

COVID-19 Has Made Its Way Onto Wedding Guest Lists

Emily Jewett, University of San Diego

Brides and grooms nationwide are finding their big days seriously affected by the pandemic.…

June 19, 2020

A golden Labrador, in an article about the best dog breed depending on your personality type

How To Pick a Quarantine Dog Breed Based on Your Myers-Briggs Type

Hannah Reynoso, University of Iowa

Whether you're an outgoing ENFJ or a solitary INTP, there's the perfect type of furry friend for you.…

June 15, 2020

In an article about COVID-19 and the music industry, an illustration by Yao Jian of someone with a keyboard and microphone

Adapting to COVID-19, the Music Industry Finds Success in Livestreams

Aubrey Doerr, Chapman University

Virtual concerts are proving popular as major players in the musical world work hard to find new ways to engage their fans despite the need for social distancing.…

June 14, 2020

Recording bootlegs of a theater production

How Will Bootlegs Affect Broadway Once Quarantine Is Over?

Olivia Dimond, Bates College

People are watching illegally recorded videos of Broadway shows now more than ever. Will this lead to larger audiences after the pandemic? Or will it lead to the demise of theater?…

June 13, 2020

Wearing face masks has the potential to bring people together.

In an Individualistic Society, Face Masks Show the Need for Community

Eva Halvax, University of Arizona

Whether it's to prevent the spread of COVID-19 or showing solidarity at a demonstration, donning the protective gear points toward an impulse to think of the greater good.…

June 12, 2020

Virtual Tourism Can Save Your Quarantined Summer

Tamara Kamis, Cornell University

You might have been forced to cancel your vacation, but there are safe and fun alternatives that could rescue your plans.…

June 10, 2020

What ‘Contagion’ Gets Wrong About Life During a Global Pandemic

Mia Kellner, University of St Andrews

Although the 2011 thriller seems startlingly prescient in our current situation, the film fails to capture how people socially adapt during a global outbreak.…

June 10, 2020

In an article about curiosity in everyday life, an illustration of an eye behind a magnifying glass

Cultivating Your Curiosity Can Teach You To Value Everyday Life

Karunya Bhramasandra, Stanford University

Even while the world feels unstable, it's important to remain interested in it through knowledge, questions and creativity.…

June 8, 2020

Singer-Songwriter Dorée Is Going To Make Her Mark on the World

Asha MacKay, Wellesley College

The up-and-coming artist shares her distinctive voice and style with her livestreamed performances and new EP, 'Otherside.'…

June 7, 2020

In the Parks and Recreation special, the Parks Department members share a video chat

NBC’s ‘Parks and Recreation’ Special Unites Comedy and Charity

Nina Dutta, Occidental College

Pawnee’s Parks and Recreation Department reminds viewers about the importance of laughter and supporting one another during quarantine.…

June 4, 2020

Getting Back to the Gym After COVID-19

Mirella Gonzales, Texas Tech University

You might want to go back full-force, but it's better to play it cool and avoid strain and injury.…

May 30, 2020

In an article about mental health under quarantine, a person with a cup of coffee on a couch

The Quarantine Gives Us Time To Work on Our Mental Health

Kali Johnson, Gustavus Adolphus College

During this time of uncertainty and hardship, becoming more aware of ourselves and the world around us is a helpful way to take care of our emotional state.…

May 26, 2020

Illustration by Elizabeth Wong of a penguin rereading a book indoors

Why Everyone Is Rereading Their Favorite Books in Quarantine

Karunya Bhramasandra, Stanford University

During stressful times like these, it's reassuring to return to old, beloved stories instead of forging into the new and unknown.…

May 21, 2020

Harvard’s ‘Roadmap to Pandemic Resilience’ Offers a Plan For ‘Reopening’

Sarah Stager, University of Pittsburgh

A return to normalcy in the face of quarantine and COVID-19 won't necessarily be quick, but careful planning and working together can expedite the process.…

May 18, 2020

Investing can be an important tool for college students looking for a brighter future.

The Investment Advice of Bill Ackman Might Just Be Helpful for Students

Brian Anderson Gil, California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo

This investor suggests that going against the herd is the best way to make money — useful advice for those in college who are hoping to avoid the rat race.…

May 17, 2020

How Anthony Padilla Is Using His Channel to Help People

Lisa Lilianstrom, Northern Illinois University

The former Smosh YouTuber is offering a voice to those who are often oppressed and stereotyped, all in a judgment-free and educational way.…

May 16, 2020

'Tigertail' tells the story of Pin-Jui allowing for the author to celebrate her cultural heritage and mixed identity as a Taiwanese American.

Netflix’s ‘Tigertail’ Tells a Multigenerational Taiwanese Immigrant Story

Angel Lin, University of California, Santa Barbara

Directed by Alan Yang, the film revolves around a stoic Asian father and his strained relationship with his Americanized daughter — and his longing for home.…

May 12, 2020

retail worker in one of many essential businesses wearing a mask

Why Are Some Businesses Essential, and What Does That Say About Us?

Asha MacKay, Wellesley College

From professional wrestling to laundromats, the things that stay open show what we didn't realize we needed — and, occasionally, our possibly weird priorities.…

May 11, 2020

Spring 2020 Grading Policies Will Have a Big Effect on Students’ Futures

Asha MacKay, Wellesley College

In the wake of the pandemic, schools are rethinking how they grade the spring semester — and private universities are being a little more lenient than their public counterparts.…

May 11, 2020

Press-Ons Are the Perfect Alternative to Nail Salons

Mirella Gonzales, Texas Tech University

Going to the nail salon isn't always an option, but with press-on nails, you can give yourself an instant, beautiful manicure from home.…

May 8, 2020

"Feminist Antibodies" allows for Asian-American voices to be heard during a time of extreme exnophobia and discrimination.

‘Feminist Antibodies’ Is a Stern Rebuke to Coronavirus-Related Racism

Angel Lin, University of California, Santa Barbara

The zine released by the Asian American Feminist Collective offers a communal response to the emerging anti-Asian xenophobia in the wake of COVID-19.…

May 5, 2020

knobs on studio equipment in an article about the music industry

The Grim Impacts of the Coronavirus on the Music Industry

Vaishnavi Kalyana, College of DuPage

It's not just festival cancellations that hurt. As COVID-19 continues to spread, the future of the business is starting to get dark.…

May 4, 2020

Year of the Ox (pictured above) and their new single 'viral' touches on the struggles Asian-Americans are facing during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Year of the Ox Responds to Epidemic-Fueled Anti-Asian Racism With ‘Viral’

Angel Lin, University of California, Santa Barbara

The Korean American rap duo's latest music video comments on the surge in xenophobia directed at Asian Americans in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic.…

April 29, 2020

Illustration of looking toward the future after graduation

Our School Year Might Be Cancelled, but Our Graduation Doesn’t Have To Be

Desiree Jaime, Hofstra University

Class of 2020 celebrations may be cancelled in person, but that doesn't mean that we can't celebrate in our own unique ways.…

April 27, 2020

An interview with Dr. Camille Locht in which he suggested using Africans as lab rats to test for COVID-19 vaccines.

‘Africans Are Not Lab Rats,’ Nor Are They Immune to Coronavirus

Asha MacKay, Wellesley College

Two doctors came under intense criticism after suggesting using African nations as testing grounds for a COVID-19 vaccine, prompting the hashtag #AfricansAreNotLabRats…

April 26, 2020