Aunna Beranek, Columbia College Chicago

Rachel Berry is back and many people are elated — while others are a bit more apprehensive.

Mai Senser, Virginia Commonwealth University

In a film that chooses to make a manipulative and, at times even creepy, character its hero, Ben Platt’s age is the last thing you need to worry about.

Olivia Dimond, Bates College

The virtual inaugural ceremony held on Juneteenth was a celebratory leap forward for Black lives, achievement and artistry.

Matilda Schulman, University of California, Berkeley

You’ll have to wait until June 9 to hear the winners, but here are the most promising nominees.

Carly Ristaino, Union College

You can never have too much of a good scene.

Jenna Benchetrit, McGill University

Tears and cheers filled the room at the 72nd Tony Awards.

Karena Landler, Georgetown University

The awards felt charged with a spirit of activism, a theme reinforced by the night’s biggest winners.