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In Alaska, Legal Weed Doesn’t Mean Available Weed

Study Breaks Writer

Nearly two years after the state legalized pot, marijuana was nearly impossible to buy. Today, things still aren't much better.…

March 9, 2018

Bizarro Fiction Is the Next Trend in the Literary World

Tabitha Prisinzano, Columbia College of Missouri

These authors will have your guts churning in delight!…

March 9, 2018

‘You’re Not Like Other Girls’ Is an Ingrained Sexist Stereotype

Rebecca Crosby, American University

Being the single most popular compliment to women does not make 'you're not like other girls' any more genuine or praise-worthy.…

March 8, 2018

5 Albums to Look Forward to in the Month of March

Xavier Austin Reyna, University of Texas at San Antonio

Watch out this month – artists are dropping albums like no tomorrow and you’ve got to be prepared. Here's a list of some you should definitely look out for.  …

March 8, 2018

10 Fun Ways to Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in College

Katie Lommen, Saint Louis University

St. Patrick’s Day is right around the corner and for college students, there are so many ways to celebrate the super-fun holiday.…

March 8, 2018

Ash Bhat Is Forging New Frontiers and Freeing the World from Fake News

Nola Hynes Brody, University of Houston-Victoria

UC Berkeley student Ash Bhat is taking on the world of fake news and social media bots with his creation of BotCheck.me and Robhat Labs.…

March 8, 2018

The Netflix Paradox of Great Shows and Mediocre Movies

Diego Galicia, Valencia College

Under fierce pressure from competitors, will 'Netflix and chill' soon be replaced?…

March 7, 2018

BTS’s J-Hope Tells His Story of Struggle to Success in ‘Hope World’ Mixtape

Michele Mendez, Temple University

In his ‘Hope World’ mixtape, J-Hope tells a compelling story of his rise to fame and success, which came with responsibilities he did not foresee.…

March 7, 2018

Bumble Continues to Pioneer in Social Activism by Banning Gun Photos

Sarah Marchan, University of Texas at San Antonio

While the government won’t address the issues of gun laws, Bumble’s CEO, Whitney Wolfe, will.…

March 7, 2018

‘Paddington’ Is a Statement on Immigration

Study Breaks Writer

It is funny, it is friendly, kids love it, but the 'Paddington' series is not just for kids — its message of immigration and discrimination is for everyone.…

March 7, 2018

5 Moments Survivors of the Parkland Shooting Have Fought for Students

Andria Modica, Drexel University

The survivors of the Parkland Shooting are speaking out and speaking loud for change, standing for all the students in the United States.…

March 7, 2018

Neoliberal Feminism Is Gaining Momentum in Hollywood

Cason Ragland, University of North Carolina at Greensboro

Feminist narratives in Hollywood often take an 'internalize the revolution' approach. Why?…

March 6, 2018

5 Ways the World of ‘Black Panther’ Works

Liam Ainslie Mayo, Bard College

'Black Panther' connects viewers not only to the hidden nation of Wakanda, but also to the Marvel Cinematic Universe.…

March 5, 2018

Why DNA Ancestry Tests Are Struggling to Avoid White Bias

Isabelle Mencia, University of Florida

Part of the problem boils down to plain old record-keeping, but most ancestry tests could be doing a lot more.…

March 5, 2018

Why Homophobia Is More Common Among Asian Populations

Grace John, Rutgers University

Activist Jean Chong and other LGBTQ+ individuals voice their concern for the rampant homophobia in Asia, noting that progression is still distant. …

March 4, 2018

University of Cincinnati Acting Student Creates Pajama Island Productions

Michaela Sickles, Suffolk University

University of Cincinnati's Sarah Durham got together with an acting classmate to create a short film that would soon develop into Pajama Island Productions.…

March 4, 2018

A Fan’s Wishlist for ‘Stranger Things’ Season 3

Emily Craig, University of North Alabama

As the 1980s-based hit show heads into Season 3, fans hope that several characters and their relationships will be further explored.…

March 4, 2018

Why Airplane Passenger Removals Seem So Common

Nola Hynes Brody, University of Houston-Victoria

With new viral videos of airplane passenger removals posted everywhere, the ethics of airlines are questioned, but the airlines have a different perspective.…

March 3, 2018

Social Media Has Revolutionized How Americans Talk About Gun Violence

Tabitha Prisinzano, Columbia College of Missouri

Is social media a new form of activism?…

March 2, 2018

What Ever Happened to Gay Pride?

Shashank Rao, University of Michigan

Is gay pride failing the queer community?…

March 2, 2018

Why Are Minority Communities Losing Their Water Access?

Kayla Platoff, Maryville University

Minority communities both in the United States and abroad are continuously the first to suffer from water insecurity.…

March 2, 2018

No More Walking for Movies with the New Redbox Streaming Service

Kate Maxwell, NC State University

Famous for its kiosks, Redbox is now offering movies and TV series on-demand that's available on various platforms.…

March 2, 2018

BGSU’s Stepha Poulin Is Providing Hope for Honest Journalism

Xavier Austin Reyna, University of Texas at San Antonio

An aspiring journalist and writer, Stepha Poulin is doing her best to inform the world, one honest news report at a time.…

March 2, 2018

As Media Outlets Hunt for Hot Takes, All Nuance Is Lost

Rakshya Devkota, Saint Louis University

In the aggressive arena of today’s media landscape that is built off of hot takes, there is little room for anything beyond surface-level thought.…

March 2, 2018

‘Supergirl’ is Full of Badass Women Who Ditch the Damsel in Distress Stereotype

Michele Mendez, Temple University

The latest season of ‘Supergirl’ includes a powerful roster of women, which is rarely seen in the superhero genre.…

March 2, 2018

It’s Time to Place Your Bets – the 90th Oscars Are Here

Katie Lommen, Saint Louis University

The nominees for the 90th Oscars are all highly talented, but they can’t all take home an award. Here's a list of predictions for the winner circle.…

March 2, 2018

Digital Nomads Take Traveling for Work to New Lengths

Jake Deven, The University of Texas at El Paso

Digital nomads are replacing the average desk job as a sought-after career in this technologically advanced age.…

March 2, 2018

Embracing Your Anchors

Jack Brandon, University of Michigan

To deal with the anxieties of college, find the rituals that help center you and then be intentional enough to use them.…

March 1, 2018

New York State of Mind, Body and Payouts

Leslie Currie, University of Virginia

New York’s controversial practices regarding sexual harassment raise deeper questions surrounding entrenched gendered disparities on college campuses.…

March 1, 2018

Growing Out Her Roots

Sydney Jennings, University of Connecticut

YouTube star Nia Wellman is using her natural-hair beauty channel to encourage women of color to be more than just beautiful.…

March 1, 2018