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Lack of racial diversity prevalent in entertainment
In television, movies and books, it is obvious there is a lack of representation for people of color. This is something not everyone is willing to discuss, because then they might feel attacked and try to point out what movies, books or television shows do indeed have a strong diversity, which in reality is little to […]
Brands take to social media on September 11
September 11 is a difficult time for Americans and a controversial day for brands. This is the time of year that brands take to social media sites such as Twitter to show their respect for the tragedy that occurred 14 years ago when terrorists attacked the United States. These brands mean well when they tweet on […]
‘David Inside Out’ book a lovable, inspiring tale of coming of age
As a writer, I get most of my inspiration from fellow authors. For me to fully enjoy a book, however, the story must be wonderful and the story must make me feel either a single emotion, or a mixture of many. And this is the reason why I’m picky with my reading choices. But one […]
Students use social media to sell beauty products
By now, students may have seen the ItWorks or Jamberry nails products while scrolling through their Facebook feed. This new way of selling products is catching on quick. Distributors are trying new ways to sell their wraps and body applicators through social media such as Facebook and Instagram. One of these companies is ItWorks. ItWorks […]
Racial conflicts prominent in modern poetry
America is built on the idea that it is a mixing pot of cultures and races, blending everyone but not excluding their culture’s original spice. However, racial and cultural conflicts have always been prominent in everyday life, even today, that show the unwanted separation of culture and white America in the mixing pot. This includes […]
BLOG: Live-tweeting connects you to your audience
We use Twitter to get our fill of the daily news and drama happening in this fast-paced world, but we love it even more when we can follow along with this entertainment in real time. This, my friends, is what we call “live-tweeting.” Live-tweeting is our way to connect with our audience like never before. […]
BLOG: MTV Music Awards ‘a boring and ultimately annoying waste of time’
One of my favorite past times in college is gathering with friends to watch various award shows throughout the year while sharing a pizza on a dull Sunday night. We make our predictions, argue if the winner deserved the award or not and live-tweet the shocking moments of each show. While funny at first, it […]
Anime inspires, entertains with thoughtful storytelling
Since I was 12-years-old, I have been intrigued with Japanese animation, or anime. When I tell people this, they never understand why. Many people are under the assumption anime is merely for children, or it is only for “people with no lives.” There is much more to anime than being a “person with no life” […]
Twin Peaks delivers short tracks and chill vibes
Twin Peaks has effortlessly perpetuated what rock ‘n’ roll is about with their heavy-garage sharp sound and their young punk attitude. Chicago’s finest rock ‘n’ roll conquerors are Clay Frankel, Cadien Lake James, Connor Brodner and Jack Dolan, and they want to start a riot in your grandmother’s living room. Their latest record, Wild Onion, is a flavorful […]
Eight ways you know the end of the semester is near
1. You’re tired all the time. 2. Your classes are filled with people you haven’t seen all semester. 3. You have to make multiple trips to get coffee refills. 4. You’re easily distracted by anything and everything that can help you procrastinate a little bit more. 5. The library is actually […]