Chicago and Social Class

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"Chicago and Social Class" by Lauren Macias (theme: Chicago and Social Class).
The city is paying too much attention to the higher class neighborhoods. Money could be used to fix the not so wealthy neighborhoods. we are ignoring the diversity our city has to offer.

Graffiti and Chicago

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"Graffiti and Chicago" by Jasmine Vukosavljevic (theme: Chicago and Arts).
Chicago is filled with arts including graffiti art. This video takes a look at the positivity of graffiti and the impact positive graffiti has on Chicago.

The Cross Town Classic

"The Cross Town Classic" by Sam Carreon (theme: Chicago and Sports)

A brief over view along with an interview of fans circled around the rivalry between the Chicago White Sox and the Chicago Cubs.

Chicago and the Homeless

"Chicago and the Homeless" by Timir Bharucha (theme: Chicago and Social Class).

This presentation was created to open up the eyes of Chicago to its homeless problem. It is urging for the members of the society to stop shunning the homeless, and to start helping them. The government needs to get involved and not just help out the homeless now, but to also prevent future homelessness.

Chicago: The Good and the Bad

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"Chicago: The Good and The Bad" by Daisha Schaffer (theme: Chicago and Social Class).
My visual essay portrays how the city life downtown differs from the west side of Chicago. A division has been placed in certain neighborhoods which are classified as ghetto. I displayed pictures in my visual essay that demonstrate the differences in the ghetto compared to downtown.

Chicago and The Public School System

"Chicago and the Public School System" by Crystal Gebre (theme: Chicago and Education).

Schools are supposed to be all about education, but how is education funded? Education should be funded equally throughout school. By doing so, students will all have an equal opportunity at education.

Chicago students paint their hearts out

"Chicago Students Paint Their Hearts Out" by Yesica Prado (theme: Chicago and Arts).

The city of Chicago is a perfect place for the Arts, offering its residents from famous museums to beautiful architecture. However, Chicago denies the opportunity for students to attend to an art school due to its high tuition rates. Hear the voices of our students in need. It takes hundreds of people to fight a revolution, but it only takes one person to start one. Help to make a change! :]

University Buildings In Chicago

"University Buildings In Chicago" by Margaret Szarwark" (theme: Chicago and Education).

This visual essay argues that UIC school buildings should be remodeled to fit the Chicago description.

Chicago Olympics 2016

"Chicago Olympics 2016" by Zakir Patel (theme: Chicago and Sports).

Chicago is a city that loves sports and having the 2016 Olumpics in Chicago is a great idea. Since we are in a recession there isn't any great place other than Chicago. CHICAGO FOR 2016!!!

Public and Private Education

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"Public and Private Education" by Adrian (theme: Chicago and Education).

Public school system is compared with private school system. Public system flaws are shown. Private school differences shown as well.

Is UIC Safe?

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"Is UIC Safe" by Suzy Podleyon (theme: Chicago and Violence).

My video begins by sharing information about the UIC police department, and their goals/mission. Then it goes into the different ways UIC tries to keep their students safe. Finally, I have a bit of a rant as to why UIC fails at this.

The Friendly Confines

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"The Friendly Confines" by Fernando J. Rocha (theme: Chicago and Sports)

Wrigley Field should be demolished and then rebuilt. This vdeo features photos, audio, and an interview.

Illegal Immigration

"Illegal Immigration" by Elaina (theme: Chicago and Immigration).

Talks about Chicago's hotly debated illegal immigration. Expresses how illegal immigrants help this city's economy.

Skateboarding in Chicago

"Skateboarding in Chicago" by Andy Maybach (theme: Chicago and Sports).

It is about skateboardings hard times in the city of Chicago and what could be done to make it more acceptable.

Graffiti

"Graffiti" by Nicole (theme: Chicago and Arts).

Graffiti can be viewed as a negative or positive thing, depending on the location. On private property, it can be viewed as a nuisance. On public property, it can be considered a masterpiece.

Chicago and 2016

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"Chicago and 2016" by Patrick LaMontagna (theme: Chicago and Sports).

How Chicago is prepared to host the 2016 Olympics Games. The features that make Chicago stand out from the other countries.

Chicago's Education

"Chicago's Education" by Mike Watson (theme: Chicago and Education).

I went to a public high school off the Inter-State to try and prove that a quality education does not depend on race, wealth, or level of physical and mental ability.

History of Sports in Chicago

"History of Sports in Chicago" by Nicholas Parker (theme: Chicago and Sports).

My project is a reflection of Chicago sports history.

A Chance at Equal Education

"A Chance at Equal Education" by Ashley Sturdivant (theme: Chicago and Education)

The Chicago Public Education School System has begun enforcing new magnet school policies. All children should have a chance at equal quality education, no matter race, gender and economic status. Through these new policies many minority students are denied a chance.

AIDS and Poverty

"AIDS and Poverty" by Ryne Poelker (theme: Chicago and Social Class).

My Writing Project II theme was Chicago and Social Class. In my video I go over the disparity of people of low-income being more vulnerable to HIV/AIDS. I proposed to provide free "better quality" condoms, HIV testing, and safe-sex education tools at every single homeless shelter in the city of Chicago.

Safety of Chicago Streets

"Safety of Chicago Streets" by Mattew Ramir (theme: Chicago and Violence).

This photo essay analyzes how safe Chicago streets are. It discusses crime rates over the last decade and what these crime rates mean. It also includes an intervew with a cop that discusses how current technology affects safety.

Diversity or Maybe Not?

"Diversity or Maybe Not?" by Binh Truong (theme: Chicago and Immigration).

Chicago is known for its diversity in the country. However, is that really the truth or is that just the surface of Chicago? To know Chicago, one must visit all the different community and explore Chicago's "diversity."