Paul Hoskin, Weber State University

It seems as though every generation only listens to songs from their own era, so why are the 1980s so universally loved?

Avery Heeringa, Columbia College Chicago

It used to be American music’s biggest awards ceremony and party. Unfortunately, it has taken a turn for the worse in recent years.

Asiya Robinson, Rowan University

After a five-year absence, the show is coming back with a brand new film; but with some characters a no-show, will it be enough for old fans?

Brendan Bell, Towson University

What caused the No. 1 channel for music to become just another reality show network?

Kristin Auld, St John’s University

The pop star’s presence was inescapable.

Megan Thompson, Montclair State University

The popular reality series sheds light on the toxic issues that come along with reality TV.

Katelyn Melder, Kutztown University of Pennsylvania

Spoiler: Pauly D and Vinny are still single.

Zachary Truesdale, University of Texas at San Antonio

To celebrate, here are its six best fights.

Michelle Dreyer, Southern New Hampshire University

Lesbian Jesus has risen.

Haley Newlin, Southern New Hampshire University

The MTV series approaches uncomfortable topics, such as classism, racism and transgender tropes, in a comedic yet thought-provoking way.

Andria Modica, Drexel University

RCC’s Vidmar is a writer for Huffington Post Teen Blog and MTV Founders, and an advocate for community colleges everywhere.

Adriana Luna, Northwest Vista College

The meatballs are back, and they’ve hardly changed a bit.

Taylor Miller, SUNY Cortland

Six years after its inception, MTV’s ‘Catfish: The TV Show’ may be doing more harm than good. It’s time to bring the catfish hunt to an end.

Bri Griffith, Carlow University

By rejecting even the most engrained tropes of the horror movie genre, the show opens itself up to refreshing new opportunities.