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Critiquing the Critic<br/><span class='secondaryTitle'>Criticism is a valuable part of the arts, whether it’s positive or not</span>
Art, Arts & Culture, Books, Film, Opinion November 5, 2019 November 7, 2019

Critiquing the Critic
Criticism is a valuable part of the arts, whether it’s positive or not

                  Illustrations by Ana Benitez Duarte Think about the last time you read a review of something you love. How did it make…

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Pop Weekend 2019
Arts & Culture, Music November 5, 2019 November 7, 2019

Pop Weekend 2019
Lana, Marina, and Charli may be in different places now, but their fanbases remain the same

If you were on Tumblr in 2011–2013, you may recall the popularity of a specific cadre of pop artists. All touting a dark, angsty…

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Baby playing with blocks with media logos.
Commentary, Opinion, Portland State University November 4, 2019 November 6, 2019

The Importance of Media Literacy
Media literacy classes may be the way forward in our oversaturated cultural landscape

A greater education in media literacy could help young people think critically about the overwhelming amount of images presented to them every day. Reflecting…

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Female Sex Symbol - Women Resource Center
Health, LGBTQ, PSU, Resources, Uncategorized October 16, 2019 October 16, 2019

Women’s Resource Center

Our Women’s Resource Center is more than just a calming basement living room to relax in before your next class. They have a wealth…

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Superheroes walking around a city.
Arts & Culture, Opinion September 30, 2019 October 2, 2019

Marvel and Disney are at the top of the world… Now what?

With Marvel heading into “phase four,” it seems pertinent to ask: Will we ever be burnt out on superheroes? As of July 21, Marvel…

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Health, Opinion September 30, 2019 September 30, 2019

Looking For the One
Trying out different therapists is a normal part of the healing process

Finding the right therapist can be just as elusive as finding the right romantic partner. A therapist is a partner of sorts, so why…

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Opinion, Politics, Social Justice, Social Media July 30, 2019 July 30, 2019

Berned Out
Bernie Bro culture is seriously damaging the reputation of the Vermont senator

As a longtime Bernie Sanders supporter, I must admit: Something went wrong along the way. At this point in the tiresome world of American…

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