I decided to be a tad creepy and study people who take "selfies" for the popular app "Snapchat." I performed this study by sitting on a bench in the Student Union while facing a few women and men on opposing tables. Thanks to Snapchat's popularity, I knew it would only be a few minutes till someone made use of our "selfie" generation stereotype. Here is the process of how men and women take "selfies":

Women:

1. Funny or cute face? Each time a girl was about to take a selfie, her first instinct was to make a pretty face. This face included the duck face, sultry eyes, or a cute smile. If they then looked at the picture and weren't satisfied, they would make a "funny" face. 

Basically saying, "Screw this, I don't look hot today"

2. The triple take. It took these girls, 3 or more takes on their camera to be fully satisfied with their selfies and judging on how many times their finger was swiping the screen, they were using multiple filters. 

3. The hair adjustment. Between every single shot, there was a hair adjustment.

4. Awkwardness. This was my favorite part to watch because even though everyone has taken a selfie in their lifetime, they are going to judge you if they see you doing it. Girls would start nervously laughing when people would stare at them and put their phones quickly face down.

Guys:

1. It's a Secret, bro. You would know they received a "Snapchat" when the guy instantly brought their phone under the table.

2. Look around. I hope no one sees me on "Snapchat."

3. The Smirk. These guys never laughed. They would get this crisp smirk on their face and then shake their head. 

4. Look around. I hope no one still sees me on "Snapchat."

5. Secret Agent Man. These guys would then take their picture, with their phone still under the table and then instantly hit send. Followed by gently placing their phone upside-down on the table; as if nothing happened.

What did I learn? We all take selfies & people will judge you, so embrace it. #butfirstlemmetakeaselfie