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Starbucks is Ruining Coffee

Vera Pavlovich, Loyola University Maryland

From burning beans to driving up prices, Starbucks has built a business around ruining the experience of craft coffee.…

March 8, 2024

In an article about the commodification of Matcha, Matcha snacks and treats sit strewn over a green background.

Matcha-do About Nothing

Anne Bannon, Scripps College

America loses sight of matcha’s real merit for easy gratification…

September 6, 2023

In an article about matcha, a green latte is sat next to three green macaroons.

The Matcha Wave Is Surprisingly Bitter

Emily Chang, Wellesley College

It's become increasingly popular for traditional Asian foods like matcha to be commercialized in the West.…

May 5, 2023

Starbucks Union Strikes Continue

Shawna Smith, University of Phoenix

The coffee chain finds itself in hot water once again as union strikes continue.…

January 20, 2023

An illustration of a coffee cup with images of different seasons in it steam

Seasonal Coffee To Enjoy During the Holidays

Caroline Ocampo, The University of Texas at Arlington

These enjoyable beverages are perfect for fall or winter.…

December 1, 2022

A drawing of a pumpkin spice latte shows pumpkin and cinnamon lurking behind the tasty drink

How Did Pumpkin Spice Become So Popular?

Vanessa Rivera, James Madison University

As fall decorations take over our stores once more, it's time to ask how the popular flavor became the staple of autumn.…

September 16, 2022

6 Must-Try Starbucks Drinks for College Students

Emily Sweeney, Quinnipiac University

Want to try something new? Here are a couple of college and university student favorites that will be sure to pique your interest.…

August 25, 2022

an illustration of workers in the Starbucks Workers Union

Starbucks Workers United Is the Template for Modern Labor Organizing

Niall Calvert, Wesleyan University

Organized labor in America is relatively rare, but baristas at Starbucks are fighting to change that.…

July 3, 2022

Starbucks union workers striking outside a store with posters and tshirts

Starbucks Union Fights for the Rights of Essential Workers

Karina Rojas, University of Texas at San Antonio

A San Antonio location has joined the SWU to call out the coffee company to improve benefits and improve working conditions.…

February 23, 2022

Photo of Starbucks cup with message written on top

From Cups to Cash, Starbucks Could Be Your New Bank

Joy Young, Chapman University

The coffee company has become a ubiquitous symbol of everyday life, and in some cases, even community. Is it something that developed organically, or does cold commerce play a role in its cultural ascendance?…

February 16, 2022

'Red (Taylor's Version)' for an article about social media marketing.

‘Red (Taylor’s Version)’ Inspired Clever Social Media Marketing Strategies

Esha Shah, New Jersey Institute of Technology

Swift's re-recording of one of her most popular albums has taken the world by storm — and big companies are not excluded.…

December 8, 2021

Give These 3 Non-Classic Starbucks Fall Drinks a Taste

Michelle Buckley, Chapman University

With the autumn season starting up, it’s time to set aside the traditional pumpkin lattes and cold brews to enjoy some other seasonal specialties.…

September 29, 2021

Illustration of a student thinking about coffee.

How To Save Money and Still Support Your Coffee Addiction in College

Karen Lu, Yale University

Whether you're just starting at your university or are already familiar with the all-nighters to come, caffeine is an expensive necessity for many students.…

August 27, 2021