Elon Musk’s recent acquisition of Twitter has left thousands of users dissatisfied. But Twitter isn’t the first platform to fall from grace.
Elon Musk’s recent acquisition of Twitter has left thousands of users dissatisfied. But Twitter isn’t the first platform to fall from grace.
The social media app is a platform where almost anyone can get their fifteen seconds of fame. But for content creators who aren’t even adults yet, what is the real price of attention?
The social media app is a platform where almost anyone can get their fifteen seconds of fame. But for content creators who aren’t even adults yet, what is the real price of attention?
Azeezah Ibraheem, Near East University
We’re feeling more alone than ever. Social media and COVID-19 may be to blame.
We’re feeling more alone than ever. Social media and COVID-19 may be to blame.
Valentina Palomino, SUNY Old Westbury
On the popular podcast, the celebrity addresses her fans – and the latest rumors about her marriage.
On the popular podcast, the celebrity addresses her fans – and the latest rumors about her marriage.
Maximilian Padilla-Rodriguez, Florida Atlantic University
Bringing films and literature to other languages isn’t as easy as it sounds.
Bringing films and literature to other languages isn’t as easy as it sounds.
Kwami Maranga, Binghamton University
It’s time we put an end to harmful assumptions that perpetuate colorism and damage self-
esteem.
It’s time we put an end to harmful assumptions that perpetuate colorism and damage self-
esteem.
Nora Weiss, George Washington University
Social platforms capitalize on mindless scrolling and instant gratification — yet, such behaviors come with bad implications for our brains.
Social platforms capitalize on mindless scrolling and instant gratification — yet, such behaviors come with bad implications for our brains.
Saba Bazzi, Wayne State University
It is all too common in the workforce. Here are some things that could be responsible for yours, and tips to help!
It is all too common in the workforce. Here are some things that could be responsible for yours, and tips to help!
Niall Calvert, Wesleyan University
This celebrity lawsuit has demonstrated the transformative effect of social media on public opinion.
This celebrity lawsuit has demonstrated the transformative effect of social media on public opinion.
Megan Heenan, Nevada State College
In the hopes of recovering some of its teenage users after a recent drop in numbers, the platform is developing a new app geared toward a younger audience.
In the hopes of recovering some of its teenage users after a recent drop in numbers, the platform is developing a new app geared toward a younger audience.
Asiya Robinson, Rowan University
The singer clapped back at haters who criticized her most recent outfit by questioning why society is so obsessed with how she looks.
The singer clapped back at haters who criticized her most recent outfit by questioning why society is so obsessed with how she looks.
Noir Galvin, Arcadia University
What happens when we can’t use our favorite social media apps?
What happens when we can’t use our favorite social media apps?
Niall Calvert, Wesleyan University
The controversial anonymous social media platform has returned to the App Store after four years of absence, and its rebirth has initiated a long and complicated path to reconciling its ugly past.
The controversial anonymous social media platform has returned to the App Store after four years of absence, and its rebirth has initiated a long and complicated path to reconciling its ugly past.
Natalie Gabor, Indiana University-Bloomington
The algorithm of the popular social media app makes scrolling through content even more addicting as users continue engaging with videos they find funny or enjoyable.
The algorithm of the popular social media app makes scrolling through content even more addicting as users continue engaging with videos they find funny or enjoyable.
Sydney Smith, University of Pittsburgh
Despite having philosophical, revolutionary and political roots, the focus on caring for oneself has morphed into another mode of consumption. How did this happen?
Despite having philosophical, revolutionary and political roots, the focus on caring for oneself has morphed into another mode of consumption. How did this happen?
Anastasiya Cernei, Missouri State University
While there are plenty of benefits to using social media, like keeping up with friends and family, overuse can have a negative impact on one’s well-being.
While there are plenty of benefits to using social media, like keeping up with friends and family, overuse can have a negative impact on one’s well-being.
Danielle Kuzel, Florida State University
Sponsored content on platforms like Instagram and Snapchat are becoming more and more prevalent. At the very least, the process of posting paid promotions needs to be more transparent.
Sponsored content on platforms like Instagram and Snapchat are becoming more and more prevalent. At the very least, the process of posting paid promotions needs to be more transparent.
Emily Jewett, University of San Diego
The new ‘free speech’ social media platform exposes the danger and violence of ultra-conservatism.
The new ‘free speech’ social media platform exposes the danger and violence of ultra-conservatism.
Benjamin Chen, Columbia University
This relatable podcast is the perfect listen for young adults searching for a bit of peer guidance and support.
This relatable podcast is the perfect listen for young adults searching for a bit of peer guidance and support.
Benjamin Chen, Columbia University
The popular app is much more than just a job site — it’s a place to meet both old friends and new acquaintances in a professional space.
The popular app is much more than just a job site — it’s a place to meet both old friends and new acquaintances in a professional space.
Sarah Gudenau, Oakland University
The phrase is popular on TikTok and it’s a good concept — here’s why you should start romanticizing your own life.
The phrase is popular on TikTok and it’s a good concept — here’s why you should start romanticizing your own life.
Sarah Gudenau, Oakland University
Parents face a new dilemma: navigating the role of technology and its potential negative impacts on their offspring in the digital age.
Parents face a new dilemma: navigating the role of technology and its potential negative impacts on their offspring in the digital age.
Kali Johnson, Gustavus Adolphus College
It’s become an integral part of our lives, affecting the way we feel about ourselves — and possibly causing some financial drawbacks as well.
It’s become an integral part of our lives, affecting the way we feel about ourselves — and possibly causing some financial drawbacks as well.
Kayla Placide, University at Buffalo
A fake Instagram account can be a fun way to privately connect with close friends, but it’s important to think before you post.
A fake Instagram account can be a fun way to privately connect with close friends, but it’s important to think before you post.
Ian Nordin, University of Texas at San Antonio
You have all the information you could ever want at your fingertips. It’s easy to become obsessed with so much power.
You have all the information you could ever want at your fingertips. It’s easy to become obsessed with so much power.
Mirella Gonzales, Texas Tech University
These products aren’t as harmless as influencers make them seem.
These products aren’t as harmless as influencers make them seem.
Brandon Suss, University of South Carolina
What are the implications of the inner workings and impact of digital media on the current digital landscape?
What are the implications of the inner workings and impact of digital media on the current digital landscape?
Sam Shepherd, McGill University
I abandoned my smartphone for a 24-hour personal study, and my findings surprised me.
I abandoned my smartphone for a 24-hour personal study, and my findings surprised me.
Carli Scalf, Ball State University
Time Magazine has dubbed the devastating hurricane “the first social media storm.”
Time Magazine has dubbed the devastating hurricane “the first social media storm.”