Culture

The Miami experience in 49 minutes

A playlist by Jarrod Houseknecht

Culture, Music

Kanye’s longest twitter rant yet–but is he onto something this time?

Whether you are a West stan or not, music does need a change of command, and it is in the power of artists to join together to demand fairer treatment. If it’s West that leads the way, then so be it.

Community, Culture, Dance, Movies

‘Cuties’: The line between commentary and indulgence

A look into disingenuous marketing, self-fulfilling prophecies and what it means to tackle themes with varying shades of gray.

Culture, Movies

‘Mulan (2020)’: A beloved childhood story turned political controversy

Everything you need to know about the controversies surrounding the new live-action remake.

Culture, Music, Television

Why we mourn fictional characters: The very real emotion behind fake death

We grow up with the characters we love. We see them at their best and worst; we know their weaknesses and their strengths. We exalt their victories and mourn their losses, and we flare with anger and frustration when they are challenged or antagonized. Imperfect as they are, we accept them, and, like our friends in real life, we often overlook and excuse their bad behavior simply because we love them.

Culture, Fashion

‘For You Page’ to high fashion: TikTok trends that are taking over

I didn’t even know I had an aesthetic until my FYP told me I did, and it was spot on.

Community, Cover, Culture

A beginner’s guide to virtual learning

Learning through Zoom may seem like a daunting task, but there are ample ways to be just as successful in your online classes as you are in a classroom. Here are some tips that will help ease the transition to virtual learning:

Community, Cover, Culture

Look good, feel good: Attending class in the age of virtual learning

It’s a phenomenon that demonstrates how people’s outer appearances can affect their mental processes, and it’s been a topic of scientific discussion for years. But, where does it fit now that students are learning from the comfort of their bedrooms?

Cover, Culture, Movies, Reviews

18 Netflix thrillers for a socially distant Halloween

October is just around the corner, and it’s never too early to get in the spirit.

Community, Culture, Dance

Helen Blondel’s new business is POPpin’ off—pun intended

Helen Blondel’s new business is POPpin’ off—pun totally intended. After losing her day job in human resources to Covid-19, veteran performer Helen Blondel took a leap of faith, starting online fitness platform BellyPOP, which offers courses in belly dancing and professional entertainment.