Friday, February 17, 2012

Segregation in Chicago

"Segregation in Chicago" by Basheer Subei

"This visual essay how Chicago is segregated into distinct neighborhoods (with distinct ethnic populations). It also attempts to show what effects segregation has on Chicago.

Chicago: The Sanctuary City

"Chicago: The Sanctuary City" by Erika Luna

My video focuses on depicting Chicago as a sanctuary city for undocumented immigrants in comparison to other cities. I focused on one particular neighborhood, Little Village, as my proof of my argument. What I think is good about my video/argument is that it is easily arguable.

Differences in social classes amongst Chicagoans

"Differences in social classes amongst Chicagoans" by Paul Mikkelson

My video has a more solemn feel to it especially because the images are paired with a sad song. The point of my video is to make everyone aware of how the lowest social class needs help and the highest is flourishing in these rough times. The last point of my video is to show how the middle class is getting torn to either side, the negative effects of this and to act on this change.

Chicago and Arts

"Chicago and Arts" by Sarah Lee

This video is about the arts in Chicago and how it is displayed everywhere.  It explains how Chicagoans take for granted of art that really takes part of making Chicago the way it is right now. There are facts in this video that most people do not know about these art displays but see them daily throughout the day.


Where My Filipino's At?

"Where My Filipino's At?" by Gemille Tayag

This video is about how diverse Chicago is but at the same time, why is there so many other "towns" but no Filipino Town? I also say that all filipinos are opinionated with having a Filipino town in Chicago. It also describes my own opinion and experience without having one.

Chicago and Immigration

"Chicago and Immigration" by Warda Ayaz

My video is about how Chicago is really segregated. I show different towns like Chinatown/Devon/Greektown to prove my point. I talk about each town, and try to prove how Chicago is very diverse but it is really segregated.

Chicago and Art

"Chicago and Art" by Hee Jung Choi

Chicago is segregated into diverse social classes. However, one main thing that unites this city is art. Art is found everywhere, which everyone can enjoy.




Poverty in Chicago

"Poverty in Chicago" by Kevin Nguyen

My video shows the other side of Chicago. It also gives a view on how UIC students face these problems with poverty. Lastly, it shows how Chicago is facing a big problem, but is not even solving it.


Graffiti in Chicago

"Graffiti in Chicago" by Kelsey Murphy

This visual essay is an exploration of Chicago local graffiti artist. It is not only informational, but also cultural. Graffiti is a large part of Chicagos culture and should be celebrated.

Chicago and Taste of China

"Chicago and Taste of China" by Dandan Li




Our melting pot

"Our melting pot" by Janice Valdez

My video focuses on the type of diversity immigration has brought Chicago. I describe a little of how we are all living in the same city, yet so many of us conserve our culture and learn from each other without these immigrants, Chicago wouldn't be the place it is now.

Greek culture and traditions in Chicago

"Greek culture and traditions in Chicago" by Kelly Kastholm

My video is about Greek traditions and culture in Chicago and the reason there is still a strong sense is due to the greeks community dedication to their culture.

http://youtu.be/O8hOpRlAmFE

Graffiti in Chicago

"Graffiti in Chicago" by Nate Kennedy

This video portrays about graffiti in Chicago and how Chicago is for it or against it mostly concerns the northside of Chicago and hangouts or programs offered by the city.

Diversity in Chicago

"Diversity in Chicago" by Hassan Shamsuddin

This video illustrates the various cultures that are present in Chicago. It also describes how each culture has impacted the diversity of Chicago. It takes an adventure through the streets of Chicago.

South Side Chicago & Gang Violence

"South Side Chicago & Gang Violence" by Gary Ruan

The importance of how gang violence is currently effecting south side of Chicago. It is really terrible and its even dangerous to walk home at broad daylight at certain neighborhoods I believe someone should do something about it.

Chicago Inspired

"Chicago Inspired" by Lloyd Stoik

I made this video to show how the city can inspire amazingly works of art.

Chicago and Education

"Chicago and Education by Lana

My video is about the financial struggles that students go through when they are in college. It's about how most students cannot afford their college education.

Sunday, September 25, 2011

"Chicago and Arts in Latino Communities" by Veronica Casimiro
Generations of Latinos have settled in the same regions in Chicago, them being the Pilsen community and Little Village. Exploring the traditions, heritage and values within these areas is very important to understand the people within these areas and their background. As the art in Pilsen and Little Village are explored much of Latinos heritage will be revealed as well.
"Cuisine Without Borders" by Nathaly Ramirez

Latino immigrants contribute to American society by using their culture to boost the city's economy and diversify its cuisines. A simple overview of select Chicago Latino restaurants showcases the contribution of these Latino immigrants to the city.
"Chicago and Polish Immigrants" by Natalia Kedzior
Summary: Many Chicagoans think that immigrants are invading the Windy City and taking all of the available employment opportunities. However, this video will show Chicago residents that Polish Immigrants offer many benefits to the regional culture and economy of Chicago.
"Chicago and Immigrants" by Jennifer Le
Immigrants choose to live in the same area as others in the same ethnic group because that is there comfort zone. Chinese immigrants choose to live in Chinatown because they have a better chance of getting jobs, life-experiences, and the ability to communicate with others in their language. It is not segregation; it's them adjusting themselves to a happy life.
"Crime in Chicago" by Joyal Kurian

Charter Schools in Chicago




"Charter Schools in Chicago" by Jasmine Gonzalez
My video consists of clips and pictures I took at the charter school I attended. It shows how charter schools play a role in the success of a student in college and how charter schools help students prepare for college better than other schools would.
"Change and the Effect on our Social Classes" by Ivan Rosado
This video shows some of the changes Chicago is going through and how these changes effect the community. It explains that even though changes create improvements for the higher social classes it can hurt the lower social classes.
"Significance of Parks and Gardens in Chicago Community" by Alicja Rybiarczyk

My viewing of parks is simply pure generosity of mother nature to give us, all creatures of this world, this precious treasure. For me gardens are places without which we could not exist, whereas “World
without gardens would be worthless”. What are the parks for you? What are for Windy City?

Graffiti Art in Chicago


"Graffiti Art in Chicago" by Muzamil Arby
Graffiti is a unique art style used to bring creativity and colorful art into dull city streets.  In Chicago, graffiti is very common as it can be found almost anywhere; sadly, city officials don't support it because it "scars the community".
"Chicago and Immigration" by Ingrid Hernandez
This video is describing the main purpose as to why Latino immigrants move to Chicago. Chicago is very broad so the video is focused in Little Village. Despite the economy Latinos are migrating to Chicago because there are a lot more opportunities being offered to them here.
"Lane Tech Loses Athletics" by Tiege Rice
"The High Cost of College Education" by Jessica Ramos



This video addresses the issue of college students having so much debt after college because of the high cost of their education. It points out many causes to this effect, and explains how students accumulate the debt.

"Chicago Parks"


"Chicago Parks" by Dan Clay
I believe the parks in Chicago are valuable resource that we need to protect. That is why i chose them for my project because we need to get people to see them as essential.

"Red Line's Diversity" by Eileen Richards
The city of Chicago is a segregated city and most of the people are afraid of getting out of their neighborhoods. A lot of times we make stereotypes about other neighborhoods and people because we haven't gotten the chance to get to know what is really going on at the other side.
Deena Patel
"Indian Immigrants in Chicago" by Andrew Fleisher

Friday, February 18, 2011

Universities in Chicago: Private vs. Public

Medihah Syed's "Universities in Chicago: Private vs. Public"

When it comes to higher education, students in Chicago take into account the whole learning experience. Whether a university is private or public changes people's decisions. So see what the real difference is.

Please click on link below to view video:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QfNVOYRo3Oo

Chicago and Immigration

Natalie Park's "Chicago and Immigration"

This video is about how Americans either are for or against the immigration. The immigrants are adapting to the new culture and keeping the traditions which shows that is a positive thing.

Please click on link below to watch video:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Lblun5AObb8&feature=player_detailpage

My Life Within CPS

Sharon McKinney's "My Life Within CPS"

My Life Within CPS describes the affects of the CPS budget cuts within my high school, MIchele Clark. Michele Clark dealt with the loss of teachers, coaches, the IB program, sports and other programs. My video displays how Michele Clark was affected mental and physically as well as how they are overcoming the affects of all CPS cuts.

Please click on the link below to view video:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vHrm03iASro&feature=email

Indian Immigrants in Chicago

Sachi Patel's "Indian Immigrants in Chicago"

Indian immigrants are not here to take over anything. They are just contributing to the city by using the Devon Ave. That's all!!


Chicago & Education

Nancy Wong's "Chicago & Education"

This video summarizes what mostly happened in the past few years in CPS.



Art and the City

Alex Murad's "Art and the City"

There is art all over the country and every major city. Chicago's art really stands out with it's diversity.

Please click on link below to view video:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GIfgJ_lTl54

Chicago and Education

Diana Vidal's "Chicago and Education"

Education surely has been perceived as an equalizer in America, yet it is hard to believe some children suffer from disadvantages in Chicago's school system. It can be concluded that Chicago's neighborhoods' needs affect the academic standing of a school, throughout my visual essay.

Please click on link to view video.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0FoqB3GngME

Chicago Violence

Parth Patel's "Chicago Violence"

Chicago is a great place to live, if you live in the right parts. Chicago is known for it violence and bad neighborhoods.

Please click on link below to view video:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=txiJgRfhJqQ

Chicago and Immigration

Lixiu's "Chicago and Immigration"

This video shows how immigrants benefit the society. It also shows the issues which are facing by immigrants. Even though immigrants benefit our community a lot and make our city more beauty, they have to face issues that non-immigrants do not need to face.


Taste and Chicago

Chris Horner's "Taste and Chicago"

This journey provides a birdseye view of organic food and local organizations which are promoting it in our community.

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Wednesday, February 16, 2011

Where have all the students gone?

Colleen Coleman's "Where have all the students gone?"

The lack of enrollment and teacher quality has greatly affected Chicago public preschools, forcing parents to look elsewhere. Many parents are willing to pay hundreds of dollars in order for their children to obtain a great educational basis. Throughout the video essay, I will further explain with great detail what has caused this outcome as well as how it occured.

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Tuesday, February 15, 2011

Student's Debts Rising Due to High State Tuition

Kristell Castro's "Student's Debts Rising Due to High State Tuition"

My visual essay talks about how the debts of the students rises because they high tuition and fees here at the University of Illinois at Chicago. Thus, UIC should lower down the cost by cutting down their budget and getting rid of all the unnecessary expenses they have.

Little Italy, is it a place of the past?

Lashay Burns's "Little Italy, is it a place of the past?"
This visual essay captures Little Italy as it is today and analysis the changes. Little Italy has lost a lot of Italian culture and I explore the details.

How People of Different Social Classes Interact in the City of Chicago

Richelle Bernard's "How People of Different Social Classes Interacts in the City of Chicago"

This is a video about how the social classes are in the downtown areas of Chicago. People will be well informed on the locations of where these people of different social classes are seen. This will broaden viewer's minds on the truth and importance of social class.

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Chicago and Social Class

Courtney Heeley's "Chicago and Social Class"

To get a closer look at the social class of Millenium Park versus Grant Park take a look at this blog. This is a visual essay that will show you some great aspects of the two parks. If you haven't already visited the area maybe this will inspire you to take a trip. Enjoy!


Education in the 21st Century

Manylen's "Education in the 21st Century"

College students do not take their education seriously because of the influence from social networking. The goal of this visual essay is to let students aware of how much time they should spend on social networking and study time.