Contemporary Poetry that’s Not Rupi Kaur

I want to preface this by saying I don't belong to the group of pretentious academics that don’t like Rupi Kaur because her poetry is too simplistic or mainstream. I recognize her talent in making poetry popul...

SMEDIAs 2023 Submissions Announcement

As the opening date of submissions for the 2023 SMEDIAs is rapidly approaching, we're changing the format in which you submit your articles. We are no longer accepting PDFs. We ask that either, include a link ...

What Even is the ‘Female Gaze’?

The patriarchy permeates every aspect of life, and film and media are no exception. With the second wave of feminism, came feminist critique of our institutions and culture. Feminist theorists coined the term ...

Hey, Gossip Girl Reboot, You Good?

Adapting a beloved piece of culture with a large following, less than a decade after its last episode premiered is inevitably going to raise a few eyebrows. The producers, directors and cast of the show are mo...

Thrifting for Dummies

Whether you want to save some money, shop more ethically or just become a fashion girlie, thrifting is the way to go. While thrift stores have existed for decades, only recently has the stigma of shopping at t...