Internet uses comedy to cope with controversial celebrity deaths

By Jude Hannahs | Apr. 24

The deaths of controversial celebrities have caused mixed public reactions on social media.

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YouTubers exploit homeless people in content

By Leanne Abel | Apr. 24

Recent media trends affect perception of women

By Alicia Szczesniak | Apr. 18

What is rage-baiting, why is it all over TikTok?

By Logan Humphrey | Apr. 7

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Will Congress ban TikTok?

By Alicia Szczesniak | Apr. 4

Copaganda: The media's role in shaping perceptions of law enforcement

By Nyla Gilbert | Apr. 3

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5 podcasts to listen to on campus

By Abby Jenkins | Mar. 28

Popular podcasts have taken the internet by storm, sharing fun stories and giving everyone internet personalities they can relate to. Here are 5 of the best podcasts to listen to while on campus.

What is a trendsetter?

By Ashley Pomplas | Mar. 25

The difference between a trendsetter and trend followers, how influencers stand out and what qualities they possess.

Dishin’ it with Disha: The importance of 'third places'

By Disha Hoque | Mar. 20

As we decrease our use of public spaces that don’t involve work or family, the way we form friendships and connections also changes.

From the Grapevine: Florida, Texas censorship laws could change social media

By Libby Evans | Mar. 7

New Texas and Florida laws that keep social media platforms from censoring viewpoint content are under review of the U.S. Supreme Court.

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Is Gen Z aging faster?

By Nyla Gilbert | Mar. 6

With recent discussion on social media surrounding Gen Z's rapid aging, many wonder if there are any facts to back it up. Or is this a product of social norms changing?

Finstas takeover the ‘make Instagram casual’ movement

By Grace Koennecke | Mar. 6

Finstas have become extremely popular since the COVID-19 pandemic, allowing users to have a more laid-back approach to posting content.

Blabby Abby: Stop overcomplicating social media

By Abby Jenkins | Feb. 18

Social media used to feel innovative and relatively easy to use, but now they are overcomplicated and swamped with excessive features.

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Media intrusion in the lives of Hollywood stars

By Grace Koennecke | Feb. 14

Since the beginning of Hollywood and the growing field of entertainment journalism, celebrities' privacy has been inappropriately invaded and exploited.