By Reatha-Mae Newman, SUNY College at Brockport

Most readers would be hard-pressed to find a book without some kind of love story, but why are they so common in literature?

By Azeezah Ibraheem, Near East University

This short series perfectly captures the experience of watching a loved one pass away before your eyes. The director writes, “In Italy we have a saying: in dreams, as in love, all is possible.”

By Avery Heeringa, Columbia College Chicago

Although it was regarded as a commercial flop, her 1992 album blazed a new path for female artists who wanted to express their sexuality in their music.

By Saba Bazzi, Wayne State University

How I was able to guide myself through a new marriage in my early 20s when I felt immature and out of my depth.

By Fatima Sani, Rollins College

The movie subverts audience expectations of romance while asserting the importance of friendship between two people who love, but are not in love.

By Jayni Nielsen, Pace University

By Katherine Bry, Washington University

Even if you haven’t seen the film, you probably know at least one thing about it: Aubrey Plaza is in it.

By Summer Brotman, University of California, Los Angeles

Unlike the previous 2001 anime adaptation, the more recent series maintains the spirit seen in the original Japanese comic.

By Tanisha Bhat, Boston University

While some critics have dismissed the artist’s latest album, a look at the lyrics paints a portrait of a singer who has found some measure of peace after a period of chaos.

By Sammi Looi, Baruch College

The protagonist of the series receives a letter from her future self detailing pivotal events that will take place in her life. Over the course of the story, she learns to look out for those closest to her.

By Katherine Bry, Washington University

How does the U.S.’s fear-based sex education stack up against sex education that emphasizes pleasure?

By Summer Brotman, University of California, Los Angeles

Even seven years after it was released, the time-travel film’s theme of treasuring the time spent with loved ones remains remarkably relevant, particularly during the pandemic.

By Emma Smith, Wesleyan University

At just 20 years old, the singer-songwriter passionately weaves lyrics about teenage romance and heartbreak into her debut EP.

By McKenna Uzelac, Columbia University

It is more important than ever to remember the teachings of renowned Black feminist scholar as we consider empathy in our own communities.

By Madalyn Watson, Baylor University

Breakups are hard. These five films will make crying, self-reflection and moving on easier than a tub of ice cream can.

By Michelle Young, Simon Fraser University

The new coming-of-age drama explores what it means to love one another — and yourself

By Megan Thompson, Montclair State University

After a year of leaving fans with anticipation, the YouTuber and her boyfriend, Tyler Williams, finally got married on a starry, starry night.

By Mela Lozano, University of Texas at San Antonio

He will have you reminiscing about your first love in every song.

By Audrey Bowers, Butler University

The latest novel from Becky Albertalli is another masterpiece of representation, though with some important twists.

By Brittany Sims, Temple University

Though everyone from John Cena to Channing Tatum seem to be splitting from their significant others, there are still many reasons to believe in classic Hollywood romances.

By Ana Greening, Texas State University

These videos will make any frown turn upside down.

By Rebecca Crosby, American University

‘Call Me By Your Name’ is bringing the topic of sexuality to the film industry in a new, beautiful way.

By Erin Alexander, Middle Tennessee State University

The British territory has become the first jurisdiction to abolish same-sex marriage, after the unions were legalized less than a year ago.

By Kelly Lambkin, SUNY Cortland

With all the recent hype of King’s work being adapted into film and television, it’s time to take a look at some of his not-so-scary work.

By Kristina Fernandez, Florida State University

There are far worse things than being a third wheel to your lovesick friends.

By Timothy K. DesJarlais, University of Arizona

More students than ever are using apps like Tinder and Grindr, but fewer are enjoying the benefits.

By Kara Mercer, Northern Illinois University

The sophomore run of the awkward series is another hit, as it gets all the weirdness of romance exactly right.

By Mattie Winowitch, Waynesburg University

Three years, an hour’s separation, two schools and a handful of life lessons later, and it’s completely worth it.

By Olivia Wickstrom, Portland State University

Do: Enjoy the little moments. Don’t: Stay in the relationship if it becomes toxic.

By Molly Flynn, University of North Carolina at Charlotte

College culture discourages students from venturing into the lands of love at a young age, but getting married at 20 has changed my life for the better.

By Olivia Wickstrom, Portland State University

I fell in love with a woman for the first time in my life, and here’s why it’s made me the happiest I’ve ever been.

By Sofia Rivera, Simmons College

Solid acting, a catchy soundtrack and a spruced-up take on the dusty genre will coax you into episode after episode.