Commentary & Culture

Commentary exploring culture, media, and social issues through analytical and narrative lenses.

  • Surviving Public Transportation

    A published guide to help those who feel helpless on public transit reach their destination in one piece.

  • Targeting Gun Violence

    An examination of the cultural and structural tensions underlying gun violence in the United States.

  • The "N-Word" Dissected by Its Victims

    When words are weapons, the "N-word" is considered the atomic bomb of the English language.

  • Say Hello to Heaviness

    A reflection on Chris Cornell’s death and the broader realities of mental health, grief, and public perception

  • 'Joker' Review (the Good One)

    A character-driven analysis of Joker, anchored by Joaquin Phoenix’s defining performance.

  • Pennywise For My Thoughts

    Movie review of 2017 adaptation of Stephen King’s classic ‘It'.’ Honorable mention at Illinois College Press Association Awards.