Paul Hoskin, Weber State University

Despite never matching the fame of other Disney Channel stars, she left an undeniable impact on our childhoods.

Azeezah Ibraheem, Near East University

These popular series have disturbing effects on their viewership.

Ashley Hagan, Virginia Commonwealth University

We all love a powerful heroine, but nothing compares to an untamed baddie.

Alyssa Griffin, Molloy College

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

Kelsi Karpinski, Michigan State University

This Disney star and up-and-coming musician has become an inspiration with the release of her debut album, which explores anger, jealousy and heartbreak in a variety of genres.

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.

Jackie Sizing, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

Even as those on the social media platform pokes fun, the trend has reminded all those 2000s kids of some of their old favorites.

Yasmeen Ludy, University of Michigan

Kenny Ortega, the mind behind the hit Disney Channel film series, recently opened up about the sexuality of one of the characters. But why 14 years after the fact?

Jake Mauriello, SUNY New Paltz

For anyone who subscribed to the service and is thinking, ‘What now?’

Sydney Hawkins, Alabama A&M University

The actor’s death is a wakeup call for overthinking and stressed out millennials to realize life’s true purpose.

Stina Chang, University of Southern California

A piece of our childhoods died with him.

Briana Perez, University of Texas at San Antonio

Disney’s new original movie ‘ZOMBIES’ provides its audience knowledge of the harsh realities of society both in the past and present.

Katie Lommen, Saint Louis University

The hit series ‘Andi Mack’ offers a breath of fresh air for a network once drowning in despair due to consistently dipping ratings.

Valeria Garcia, University of Texas at Austin

Will this live action adaptation of the beloved show fall prey to the curse of live action reboots?

Taylor Miller, SUNY Cortland

In the new documentary, Lovato reveals her difficult adolescence, including her struggles with bulimia and drug addiction.

Cherie Litvin, Binghamton University

After ten years, the long-awaited ‘That’s So Raven’ spin-off finally comes to Disney Channel.