From Marginalized to Mainstream: The Romance Novel’s Ongoing Struggle for Literary Respect
Romance is not dead. Or, rather, the romance novel is not dead. From Jane Austen to the Harlequin novels up to Emily Henry and Abby...
Lucy Cullen
May 7
The Rise and Fall of a New Female Artist
A few months ago, as I watched Doechii receive the Grammy Award for Best Rap Album, I couldn’t help but feel a sense of pride. It may...
Kelsey Perriello
Apr 11
Please Don’t Kill The Vibe: Dancing and the Future of American Nightlife
A night out on the town is no longer synonymous with dancing. The vibrant, electrifying dance scenes that defined the college parties of...
Ted Bergman
Apr 11
The Revolution on Stage: Kendrick Lamar’s Challenge to Super Bowl Spectacle
Kendrick Lamar knows how to command a stage, and his Super Bowl performance was no exception. Super Bowl halftime shows rarely leave room...
Sasha Jayne
Mar 19
Twin Peaks and Its Legacy: How David Lynch Captivates Us with His Dreamlike Storytelling
There is something about David Lynch’s work that people cannot place a finger on — an air of intangibility.
Emily Tran
Feb 13
Scene, Story, Sound: The Narrative Power of Music in Arcane
In 2024, my Apple Music Replay featured the Arcane: League of Legends soundtracks for Seasons 1 and 2 as my third and fourth most played...
Molly Meehan
Feb 11
Trading Community for Corporate Success: The Danger of Commodifying Concerts
This is really happening. Oh my God, this is really happening. My thoughts couldn’t keep up with my emotions as my legs automatically...
Kami Steffenauer
Oct 29, 2024
Frankenstein the Musical in Korea: A Successful Case of Cultural Adaptation
Have you ever imagined watching a Korean version of a musical based on British literature in South Korea? That was my experience...
Wendi Wang
Oct 28, 2024
on graduating and the end of childhood: exorcised through art that changed my life
This little girl has everything in front of her, I have everything behind me.
Audrey Ledford
Apr 27, 2024
Shine On You Crazy Diamond: Syd Barrett and the “Mad Genius” Trope
On June 5th, 1975, British progressive rock band Pink Floyd were in the midst of recording Wish You Were Here, their ninth album...
James Weld
Apr 27, 2024