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The Rise of ‘Milestone Anxiety’ Among Millenials and Gen Z

Imagine this scene: lunch with old friends. It starts with smiles, nervous laughter, the question ‘How long’s it been?’ over and over again.…

September 10, 2024

Millennials and Careers: Why It’s So Difficult for Recent Grads to Find Jobs

Riley Heruska, Austin College

A large percent of millennials are ending up jobless, with a job unrelated to their degree or living with their parents again; why?…

January 24, 2024

Despite Its Millennial Nostalgia, ‘PEN15’ Still Resonates With Gen Z

L.R. Staples, Sarah Lawrence College

In the American comedy series, the supposed gap between the generations is put to the ultimate test as the show's frontrunners play teen versions of themselves.…

August 22, 2021

An illustration of millennials looking disgusted at the idea of marriage.

Why Traditional Marriage Is No Longer Appealing to Younger People

Anastasiya Cernei, Missouri State University

Over the past few years, it has become more and more commonplace for millennials and Gen Z to put off and even entirely forgo getting married.…

March 30, 2021

Illustration by Alicia Paauwe for an article on Polaroid

Polaroid Mania: Why Instant Film Is Now All the Rage

Drew Goretzka, Michigan State University

Whether it be because of nostalgia, a new market or just self-expression, the infamous grainy images have made a huge comeback — letting us know that maybe things don't always have to be picture perfect.…

February 11, 2021

The transition from child to adult with germ microbes surrounding them.

How Will the Events of 2020 Shape the Generation After Gen Z?

Tess McGrinder, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

While Gen Z and the Baby Boomers hash out petty stereotypes, the new generation is faced with a reality defined by screens, social distance and global risk.…

September 9, 2020

In an article about YouTube series like Millennial Money and My Sweet Digs, person peering into window

YouTube Shows Like ‘Millennial Money’ Let You Peek Into Other Lives

Katherine McLaughlin, The New School

In a world where entertainment used to be about fantasy, these web series simply present the everyday existence of regular people.…

May 29, 2020

7 in 10 Millennials Are Now Investors: How Do They Do It?

Daniel Reed

The generation gets labeled a lot of things, but 'investor' isn't typically one of them. Here's why it's increasingly becoming the case.…

April 21, 2020

5 Careers for the Tech-Savvy and Creative Millennial

Daniel Reed

Good with technology and want to exercise your creative muscles? There's a lot out there for you.…

October 30, 2019

Millennials and Gen Zers Should Watch Tiffany Ferguson’s ‘Internet Analysis’

Kristin Auld, St John’s University

Take a look at online fads and current trends with this up-and-coming YouTuber.…

October 18, 2019

Written in the Stars: Why Astrology Is More Than a Fad

Kala Horvat, University of Georgia

Easing existential dread, one mystical practice at a time.…

July 12, 2019

How Social Media Influencers Could Save the World

Camilla Forte, Columbia College Chicago

Although controversial, influencers can spark positive change.…

May 1, 2019

How Millennials Are Leading an Investment Revolution

Daniel Reed

The socially responsible generation is putting their money where their morals are.…

March 1, 2019

Marie Kondo Meticulousness Is Partly to Blame for Millennial Burnout Culture

Sara Perkins, University of Indianapolis

Her methods are (yet another) unattainable standard for millennials to meet.…

January 17, 2019

Being a Young Muslim Is … Complicated

Moiz Rizvi, University of Texas at Austin

Growing up Muslim means facing a crisis many religious millennials experience: the increasing stigma attached to faith.…

October 18, 2018

Building The Lily, The Washington Post Project Designed for Millennial Women

Sarah Penix, Ohio University

In its first year, the editorial experiment has tapped into an audience hungry for its elegant, curated content: millennial women.…

September 1, 2018

Liberalism Isn’t Just for the Kids

Abby Hall, Hollins University

The same adults criticizing the progressive movements of today were the ones leading them 40 years ago.…

August 15, 2018

These 4 Songs Are Bona Fide Millennial Anthems

Gabbi Calabrese, Arkansas Tech University

When Chapel sang, 'I’d rather be broke than brain-dead,' I felt that.…

August 1, 2018

It’s 2018. Can People Please Stop Making Fun of Millennials?

Kate Maxwell, NC State University

A hashtag that tried to roast millennials took a serious, but surprising turn.…

July 16, 2018

5 Ways Baby Boomers Are More Millennial Than Millennials

Study Breaks Staff

Those darn millennials, they’ve been around for decades!…

June 23, 2018

What Exactly Makes a City Appealing for Millennials?

Abby Hall, Hollins University

In a world full of student loans and subscription plans, the "perfect city" looks a lot different for our generation.…

June 5, 2018

Put a Ring in It: Why Engagement Piercings Are the Hottest Proposal Trend

Kayla Lichtman, Middlebury College

Nothing says love like pain.…

March 25, 2018

Situationships are the New Normal Amongst Millennials

Sarah Marchan, University of Texas at San Antonio

Situationships — not-quite-casual sexual affairs with no real label — are growing more common among young people.…

February 25, 2018

3 Areas of Professional Behavior Where Millennials Need Improvement

Nola Hynes Brody, University of Houston-Victoria

Managers and employers are finding that millennials lack a clear understanding of what constitutes professionalism.…

February 15, 2018

Living the Van Life Is a Game-Changing Minimalistic Lifestyle

Vanessa Le, Chabot College

If your monthly rent is outrageously high, and you want to save thousands of dollars annually, the van life may be the right fit for you.…

February 4, 2018

Why Shopping And Home-Owning Look Different to Millennials

Sierra Emilaire, Southern Adventist University

Generation X was married with children and mortgage payments in their twenties, but millennials aren’t in the financial, political or social position to do so.…

August 31, 2017

Will Coach’s Acquisition of Kate Spade Save the Brand?

Brianna Goff, Utah State University

Coach bought the designer to broaden its appeal to millennials, but the demographic has proved fickle in the past.…

June 13, 2017

Why Are Old Things Increasingly Popular with Young People?

August Pritchett, Armstrong State University

Vinyl, calligraphy and vintage are three of a handful of trends that have little place in the tech age, but are enjoying a resurgence nonetheless.…

June 10, 2017

When Did Protests Go from Brave to Contemptible?

Gaige Davila, UTSA

The modern response to protests is to critique their participants, not their message, and these ad hominem attacks hurt both parties.…

June 3, 2017

True Life: My Parents Are My Best Friends

Mattie Winowitch, Waynesburg University

Young people today are much likelier to have positive relationships with their parents than ever before. Why?…

May 13, 2017

How Terror Attacks Are Reshaping Millennials

The Psychological Impact of Growing Up in the Age of Terrorism

Cassidy Leslie, University of Nevada Reno

Most millennials have never known a world without perpetual war, weekly shootings and extremist attacks.…

April 24, 2017

Dating Apps Aren’t Really Used for Dating

A New Survey Shows That How Students Use Dating Apps Is Changing

Timothy K. DesJarlais, University of Arizona

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

April 6, 2017

Why Millennials Are Less Religious Than Their Parents

Payton Ramey, University of Central Florida

The values that define our generation are the same ones that make us less likely to believe in God.…

March 13, 2017

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