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Minnie Mouse flanked by two Disney park employees

Minnie Mouse Gets Modern-Day Makeover, Sparking Controversy in the Happiest Place on Earth

The makeover of one of Disney's most iconic characters, Minnie Mouse, has sparked worldwide unruly controversy and debate.…

February 10, 2022

Illustration of Disney's Discovery Island

Disney’s Eerily Abandoned Discovery Island Has the Internet Hooked

Xochitl Menjivar, San Francisco State University

The once-popular attraction has now become practically a legend for urban explorers and dedicated parkgoers.…

January 21, 2022

Do Disney Park Annual Passes Have a Place in Tomorrowland?

Briana Byus, Biola University

The theme park company made bold choices during COVID-19. Could they be in the process of creating an entirely new kind of ticket?…

July 27, 2021

‘Jungle Cruise’ Will Likely Be a Hit With ‘Jumanji’ Fans

Fatima Sani, Rollins College

Both films exist in the action-adventure genre, but their common qualities extend far beyond genre and similar settings.…

July 14, 2021

Nostalgic Disney Park Rides Are Changing for the Better

Alexandra Cortez, Trinity University

The rides you grew up enjoying may not be the childhood rides of future guests, but if anything, it’s a positive indicator for the direction of the major entertainment company.…

June 21, 2021

Image from Instagram user carysindisney in an article about Splash Mountain re-theming

Disney Is Re-Imagining Splash Mountain With ‘Princess and the Frog’ Theme

Abigail Adeleke, University of Miami

Often recognized as problematic due to racial stereotypes, the classic theme park attraction will soon honor the 2009 animated film that featured the first Black Disney princess.…

July 12, 2020