TikTok

Time’s up for TikTok in Ottawa

Surrendering our privacy is normal these days, but it shouldn’t be taken so lightly.Continue...

The effects of TikTok on music

Media is becoming more truncated than ever, with short-form entertainment becoming not only a preference but a necessity.Continue...

We can’t all be 'that girl'

We’ve all seen “that girl”: The flawless, easy, and aesthetically pleasing person on Instagram or TikTok.Continue...

The merging of online and mainstream fame

Months ago, TikTok star Addison Rae walked the same Met Gala carpet as award-winning actor
Lily James, supermodels Karlie Kloss and Kendall Jenner, and Grammy winner Lizzo. Does Rae meet the same calibre of success to be here?Continue...

Tik Tok filters fuel the fire of self-image issues

Filters used to alter physical appearances have been around on social media for years.Continue...

BookTok Reads that aren’t Goodreads

Avid readers are likely familiar with the concept of BookTok: a subcommunity on TikTok that discusses, recommends, and completely bashes popular books for the reading community.Continue...

Exploring mental health and illness through social media

While social media can generate critical discussion about mental health and mental illness, it can also lead many to self-diagnose and make people with mental illnesses feel misrepresented.Continue...

Unpacking the ‘written by a woman’ TikTok trend

A recent TikTok trend celebrates real-life men who are "written by a woman" and criticizes women who are "written by a man."Continue...

Black creators are using TikTok to educate. We should all pay attention.

TikTok is home to more than just dances and funny videos; for many, it’s a platform to discuss social issues in need of more attention.Continue...

Snapchat Spotlight gives TikTok a run for their money

In the 2010s, Snapchat was one of the defining social media platforms. Popularizing filters, stories, and streaks, Snapchat quickly grew to be one of the favourite social media apps for teens and young adults.Continue...

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