holidays

Valentine’s Day: The Horrendous Hallmark Holiday

Christine Bardos, Santa Clara University

Valentine’s Day is far from the celebration of love that it claims to be. …

January 22, 2024

SOUPer Food: Why Soup Is The Perfect Winter Meal

Sophie Serage, University of Massachusetts, Boston

Soup is the perfect food but it seems everyone forgets about it until temperatures drop. Let’s talk soup.…

January 11, 2024

How Do Different Cultures Welcome The New Year?

Karla D. Galvan, The University of Texas at San Antonio

Here are some of the most unique and interesting New Year's rituals from all over the world.…

December 26, 2023

In an article about Southwest Airlines, a Southwest plane can be seen through the window of an airport filled with. lost luggage.

Flight Disaster: What’s Going On With Southwest Airlines?

Kirsten Kalebich, Arizona State University

The company has seen some issues this past holiday season, what caused such an uproar among their passengers?…

February 2, 2023

a screencap of Charlie Brown and Linus in 'A Charlie Brown Christmas'

Why the Holidays Feel Duller the Older We Get

Valentina Palomino, SUNY Old Westbury

Is our age taking away from these special days? Or is life just getting in the way?…

December 15, 2022

in article about alternatives to Columbus Day, three kids sitting on a picnic blanket

Things To Celebrate Instead of Columbus Day

Megan Miller, Arizona State University

It's time to end America’s weird obsession with a terrible guy.…

September 28, 2022

in an article about holiday YA books, a picture of the book Let It Snow

5 Festive YA Books To Get You in the Holiday Spirit

Tori Barney, Columbia College Chicago

Young adult novels based around the holidays are often much more inclusive than their cinematic counterparts and are sure to have something that truly anyone can enjoy.…

December 15, 2021

Photo of a puppet's hands marking off names on a list titled "Santa's List" for an article about Christmas lists.

A Guide To Picking Your Own Christmas Gifts

Jake Sanders, Rhodes College

You don't have to scrape the bottom of the barrel any longer; here are some useful tips to help you create your personal holiday shopping list.…

December 12, 2021

Illustration of different species of Christmas trees to choose from with star toppers on all of them.

5 Species of Christmas Trees (and a Few More) Perfect for Your Living Room

Angelica Rovinski, Arcadia University

Here are some of the most popular options on the market if you want to narrow your choices when searching for a live one this year.…

December 11, 2021

In an article about apple orchards, an illustration of children playing in an apple orchard

Visiting an Apple Orchard Is the Perfect Fall Activity

Noir Galvin, Arcadia University

With the holiday season still in full swing, consider visiting this fun patch of nature!…

December 4, 2021

Home for the Haul-idays: Are Gift Guides Too Enticing?

Joy Young, Chapman University

The search for the perfect present is both easy and complicated with various present-buying lists to mark the season.…

December 2, 2021

Thanksgiving's meaning is lost in American sitcoms.

America’s Sitcom Writers Ignore the True Meaning of Thanksgiving

Noir Galvin, Arcadia University

The idea of gratitude associated with the popular holiday is lost in today's television shows.…

November 24, 2021

A family surrounds a computer with Thanksgiving dinner on the table for Zoom Thanksgiving.

Is Zoom Thanksgiving Here To Stay?

Angelica Rovinski, Arcadia University

The new tradition originated as a pandemic necessity for celebrating the holidays, but its convenience might keep it going for years to come.…

November 21, 2021

4 Ways To Make the Most of a Socially-Distanced Holiday Season

Sarah Esquivel, University of Texas at San Antonio

Despite the lonely nature of pandemic protocols, there are still plenty of ways to be 'together' while staying safe during the holidays.…

December 14, 2020

Club Penguin in The Time of COVID-19: Keep Calm and Waddle On

Summer Brotman, University of California, Los Angeles

By evoking both nostalgia and a sense of community, the classic game, particularly on private servers like Club Penguin Rewritten, provides a sense of refuge.…

October 13, 2020

Illustration of house on Halloween by Baz Pugmire

5 Ways To Have a Safe and Socially Distanced Halloween

Danielle Kuzel, Florida State University

You can still take part in the seasonal festivities without putting your health at risk.…

September 30, 2020

In an article about National Days, an illustration by Ash Ramirez of a calendar on the month of July

Made-Up ‘National Days’ Provide No Shortage of Celebration

Alicia Furlan, University of Pittsburgh

Whether it’s the International Day of Non-Violence (Oct. 2) or National Doughnut Day (June 4), who’s to say that you can’t choose to make the time special?…

July 19, 2020

‘Tis the Season to Have More and Better Chanukah Movies!

Emma Lichtenstein, Brandeis University

Step aside mainstream holidays, it's our time.…

December 28, 2019

Why You Should Skip Out On Gifting Puppies For Christmas

Cameron Rapata, Columbia College Chicago

There's nothing wrong with adopting dogs, but now is not the time.…

December 24, 2019

How to Celebrate Christmas Break If You Won’t Be Home for the Holidays

Kayla Carson, Simon Fraser University

Cheer up! There's still plenty of joy to go around.…

December 18, 2019

What To Get the Audiophile in Your Life This Holiday Season

Kris Lentz

You don't have to go broke getting something for your favorite audio fanatic.…

December 16, 2019

Reddit Secret Santa Is All About Giving Joy

Tommy Nguyen, Clovis Community College

This one is way bigger than the one at your job.…

December 12, 2019

10 Great Last-Minute Christmas Gifts for Anyone on Your List

Meredith Day, Davidson College

It’s the most stressful time of the year because you still haven’t finished your Christmas shopping.…

December 11, 2019

Practicing Intuitive Eating During the Holiday Season

Daniel Reed

You're going to be confronted with a lot of food. If you're trying to change your relationship with what you eat, focus on your mental and physical health rather than chasing a certain number of…

December 11, 2019

Natasha McDonald illustration for best holiday episodes in sitcoms by Kristin Auld

It’s That Time of Year! Here’s the 5 Best Sitcom Holiday Episodes

Kristin Auld, St John’s University

Grab some hot chocolate and get cozy by the fire with your favorite television pals.…

December 8, 2019

Last Christmas illustration by Ashawna Linyard for Kristin Auld's article

‘Last Christmas’ Is an Atypical Take on a Well-Worn Genre

Kristin Auld, St John’s University

The latest Christmas rom-com is giving viewers something unexpected.…

November 22, 2019

5 Jobs You Should Work During the Holiday Season

Cameron Rapata, Columbia College Chicago

Get some cash while working jobs that won't interfere with your college schedule.…

November 12, 2019

This Is the True Story of Halloween … and It Goes Back Over 2000 Years

Madison Feser, Seton Hall University

Jack rules as Pumpkin King, Marnie Piper lives in Halloweentown and the Sanderson witches haunt Salem. But none of these Halloween classics live up to the true history behind All Hallows’ Eve.…

October 25, 2019