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Denison Students and Alums share their stories of survival and the challenges they overcame rebuilding their lives in the United States. Erin Worden, ’17 (Moderator) An International Studies and English Literature major, Erin is passionate about understanding and supporting refugees. She has served as an emergency volunteer in Athens, Greece. Currently, Erin directs a refugee resettlement project at Denison and co-leads Refugee Awareness Week. Tayma Bislim, ‘13 Tayma (Bosnia and Herzegovina) graduated from Denison in 2013 with a double major in International Studies and Religion. She received her MA in Conflict Resolution. Currently, she works as a case manager for Holocaust survivors in Cleveland. Hibak Hussein, ‘20 Hibak is originally from Somalia but grew up in Uganda; She is a Biochemistry major and is currently working in the chemistry department. She hopes to be a neurologist. Madina Khudaynazar, ‘19 Madina (Afghanistan) is a sophomore majoring in International Studies with a Communication minor. Vehida Spiodic, ‘08 Vehida (Bosnia and Herzegovina) came to the United States as a political asylum refugee at 14 years old. She graduated from Denison with a double major in Economics and International Studies and a minor in Spanish. Currently, she works for Chubb, a commercial insurance carrier, in Underwriting.

There is so much happening in student life at Denison, so many opportunities to make this college your own. Take a short walk across campus with Janyce Caraballo '17, and see for yourself. Student life at Denison is fun, challenging, busy, quiet, loud, active, calm—you name it. And it all ends up helping our students figure out how they want their lives to look—and then contributes to making it happen. At Denison, we make sure that real learning takes place outside of the classroom, as well as within. A lot of colleges say that—we mean it. Students share, question, and grow. They define their values. They learn to work together. They try new things. And if it doesn't go well, they try again. That's how success happens, not just in college, but in life. Here's part of what makes Denison different. Relationships matter here. Friendships run deep. And at Denison, mentorship is actually a thing. Our students and our faculty come from nearby and far away. They bring their own talents, interests, backgrounds, and experiences to campus. It creates a great, diverse mix of people and ideas that just makes life more interesting. We're doers. And Denison thrives on that energy. With special thanks: Janyce Caraballo '17 Denison Hilltoppers: Nick Ingram '15 Andrew Stewart '15 Kyle Vesper '15 Henry Lawson '17 Ethan Ling '17 Hunter Janness '17 Benson Anderson '18 James Whelan '18 Jordan Williams '18 Archit Agarwal '17 Grace Bachmann '17 Alex Berman '15 Max Burge '15 Laura Carr '17 Linnea Chakoian '15 Molly Chapman '15 Leah Edwards '16 Vanessa Gibson '17 Martha Gutierrez '16 Meggie Hill '17 Charlie Houk '15 Julie Jolly '17 Elysse Jones '16 Erin Katalinic '16 Alexandra Lake '18 Allison Lopez '18 Trent Maghielse '18 Peter Malicky '18 Dana Myers '15 Jewell Porter '16 Antrim Ross '16 Kariana Santos '16 Sherief Shahin '17 Alison Sheldon '15 Emily Siegel '15 Brandon Sklenar '15 Dana Smith '17 Emerson Thacker '15 Callie Towles '16 Anthony Wetzel '18 Lauren Wilhelmy '17 Sara Winnicki '16 Erin Worden'17 Megan Worden '15 Thom Worm '17 Nestor Matthews, chair of faculty, associate professor of psychology Diana Mafe, assistant professor of English Additional thanks: Cheryl McFarren, assistant professor of theatre Department of Theatre Office of Facilities Services Office of Student Development Bon Appétit, Denison Dining Services Video by Patrick Smith and the staff of the Office of University Communications http://denison.edu/campus-life

Students in Dr. Katy Crossley-Frolikk's"Human Rights in Global Perspective" course created short podcasts about specific human rights issues including child soldiers, organ trafficking, the right to water and indigenous rights. Students in Professor Anne Crowley's class on "Technology and Learning" created digital narratives. In response to a challenge to write "the worst play ever" in his Playwriting class, Nicholas Bailey wrote “A Pie Right in the Kisser”.

Students in Dr. Katy Crossley-Frolikk's"Human Rights in Global Perspective" course created short podcasts about specific human rights issues including child soldiers, organ trafficking, the right to water and indigenous rights. Students in Professor Anne Crowley's class on "Technology and Learning" created digital narratives. In response to a challenge to write "the worst play ever" in his Playwriting class, Nicholas Bailey wrote “A Pie Right in the Kisser”.

Students in Dr. Katy Crossley-Frolikk's"Human Rights in Global Perspective" course created short podcasts about specific human rights issues including child soldiers, organ trafficking, the right to water and indigenous rights. Students in Professor Anne Crowley's class on "Technology and Learning" created digital narratives. In response to a challenge to write "the worst play ever" in his Playwriting class, Nicholas Bailey wrote “A Pie Right in the Kisser”.

Students in Dr. Katy Crossley-Frolikk's"Human Rights in Global Perspective" course created short podcasts about specific human rights issues including child soldiers, organ trafficking, the right to water and indigenous rights. Students in Professor Anne Crowley's class on "Technology and Learning" created digital narratives. In response to a challenge to write "the worst play ever" in his Playwriting class, Nicholas Bailey wrote “A Pie Right in the Kisser”.

Students in Dr. Katy Crossley-Frolikk's"Human Rights in Global Perspective" course created short podcasts about specific human rights issues including child soldiers, organ trafficking, the right to water and indigenous rights. Students in Professor Anne Crowley's class on "Technology and Learning" created digital narratives. In response to a challenge to write "the worst play ever" in his Playwriting class, Nicholas Bailey wrote “A Pie Right in the Kisser”.

Students in Dr. Katy Crossley-Frolikk's"Human Rights in Global Perspective" course created short podcasts about specific human rights issues including child soldiers, organ trafficking, the right to water and indigenous rights. Students in Professor Anne Crowley's class on "Technology and Learning" created digital narratives. In response to a challenge to write "the worst play ever" in his Playwriting class, Nicholas Bailey wrote “A Pie Right in the Kisser”.

Renee Chalfant and Amanda Vozzella: best friends, supporters, mother and daughter. Renee has lived in the South End all of her life, 46 years, and Amanda lived there for 26 years before moving to Columbus with her husband. Amanda works for the YES Clubhouse and Renee owns a small business. The two of them are amazing members of their small close-knit community. --- The South End of Newark, Ohio is an area that is literally and figuratively made up of side streets. The South End is comprised of three district areas that border the south side of the main square of town. It is home to a variety of people, churches, and community organizations that have deep emotional ties in the area. Several families have lived in the South End for generations. Newark itself is a town not unlike many towns that are struggling financially across the United States. It has a rich history, was once bustling with commerce and community involvement, and has been significantly impacted by outsourcing, downsizing and suburban sprawl. The South End has been directly impacted by the closing of schools, stores and industries such as the railroad and the Heisey Glass Company. Where once it was a thriving community and as one participant noted, “complete,” the South End now experiences: high unemployment, low levels of academic achievement beyond high school with dropout rates of around 27%, a population of around 44% renters, and an average income of 35,000.00 for a family of four (Gunn 2103). These podcasts were produced by students enrolled in Professor Anne Crowley's “Technology & Learning” course in collaboration with students in Dr. Amanda M. Gunn’s “Communication and Culture” senior seminar. Many thanks to the South Newark community members who shared their recollections, hopes and dreams: Skip Shoemaker, Norma Francis, Desiree Blake, Mattie Blake, Mattie Blake, Bryan Anderson, Barbara Ford, Earl Harris, Shirley & Wayne Campbell, Betty Meyer, Paula Hatfield, Judy Sayre, Dee Hall, Anne Reese, Judy Davis, Mary & Ginny Grady, Rodney Cook, Amanda Vozzella, Renee Chalfont, Glenn Hopkins, James Durant, Thelma McFarlane, Anna Lou Jones, Sharon Oliver, Deb Crane and the Hupp family. Bibliographies written by project coordinators (Bartoshuk, Blake, Cook, Gunn, Schratz and Stark, 2013).

Anne Reese has lived in South End Newark since 1966 in a beautiful home that is in front of what was “the old chicken hatchery.” Anne is proud of her three children. She was very involved in their schools and activities while they were growing up. She enjoys making other people happy and is a nurturer, not allowing anyone to go without care. Anne is very humble, happy, full of smiles, and loves getting to know other people. Donald Burns, the father of Anne Reese, has lived in the South End for 45 years. He and his wife worked extremely hard to raise four children in their home. He joined the Air Force in 1945 and went to control tower school. Don has been stationed in a variety of countries and states around the world after growing up in Sandusky, Ohio. Don enjoys being retired and spending his time with his daughter and granddaughter in the South End (Bartoshuk, Blake, Cook, Gunn, Schratz and Stark, 2013). --- The South End of Newark, Ohio is an area that is literally and figuratively made up of side streets. The South End is comprised of three district areas that border the south side of the main square of town. It is home to a variety of people, churches, and community organizations that have deep emotional ties in the area. Several families have lived in the South End for generations. Newark itself is a town not unlike many towns that are struggling financially across the United States. It has a rich history, was once bustling with commerce and community involvement, and has been significantly impacted by outsourcing, downsizing and suburban sprawl. The South End has been directly impacted by the closing of schools, stores and industries such as the railroad and the Heisey Glass Company. Where once it was a thriving community and as one participant noted, “complete,” the South End now experiences: high unemployment, low levels of academic achievement beyond high school with dropout rates of around 27%, a population of around 44% renters, and an average income of 35,000.00 for a family of four (Gunn 2103). These podcasts were produced by students enrolled in Professor Anne Crowley's “Technology & Learning” course in collaboration with students in Dr. Amanda M. Gunn’s “Communication and Culture” senior seminar. Many thanks to the South Newark community members who shared their recollections, hopes and dreams: Skip Shoemaker, Norma Francis, Desiree Blake, Mattie Blake, Mattie Blake, Bryan Anderson, Barbara Ford, Earl Harris, Shirley & Wayne Campbell, Betty Meyer, Paula Hatfield, Judy Sayre, Dee Hall, Anne Reese, Judy Davis, Mary & Ginny Grady, Rodney Cook, Amanda Vozzella, Renee Chalfont, Glenn Hopkins, James Durant, Thelma McFarlane, Anna Lou Jones, Sharon Oliver, Deb Crane and the Hupp family. Bibliographies written by project coordinators (Bartoshuk, Blake, Cook, Gunn, Schratz and Stark, 2013).

Barbara Ford and Earl Harris live in a location in the South End that is known as Gold Mine Hollow. Barbara is 81 and has lived in the South End all of her life. She was married to “Blacky” Earl Ford for over 50 years and they had to children together, Bruce and Brian. Earl, Barbara’s nephew, has been married to Dag Mar Harris for 16 years and has a daughter named Elise that lives in Kentucky. Earl served in the Navy, lived for a short time in WV and has lived off and on in the South End for a total of 60 years (Bartoshuk, Blake, Cook, Gunn, Schratz and Stark, 2013). --- The South End of Newark, Ohio is an area that is literally and figuratively made up of side streets. The South End is comprised of three district areas that border the south side of the main square of town. It is home to a variety of people, churches, and community organizations that have deep emotional ties in the area. Several families have lived in the South End for generations. Newark itself is a town not unlike many towns that are struggling financially across the United States. It has a rich history, was once bustling with commerce and community involvement, and has been significantly impacted by outsourcing, downsizing and suburban sprawl. The South End has been directly impacted by the closing of schools, stores and industries such as the railroad and the Heisey Glass Company. Where once it was a thriving community and as one participant noted, “complete,” the South End now experiences: high unemployment, low levels of academic achievement beyond high school with dropout rates of around 27%, a population of around 44% renters, and an average income of 35,000.00 for a family of four (Gunn 2103). These podcasts were produced by students enrolled in Professor Anne Crowley's “Technology & Learning” course in collaboration with students in Dr. Amanda M. Gunn’s “Communication and Culture” senior seminar. Many thanks to the South Newark community members who shared their recollections, hopes and dreams: Skip Shoemaker, Norma Francis, Desiree Blake, Mattie Blake, Mattie Blake, Bryan Anderson, Barbara Ford, Earl Harris, Shirley & Wayne Campbell, Betty Meyer, Paula Hatfield, Judy Sayre, Dee Hall, Anne Reese, Judy Davis, Mary & Ginny Grady, Rodney Cook, Amanda Vozzella, Renee Chalfont, Glenn Hopkins, James Durant, Thelma McFarlane, Anna Lou Jones, Sharon Oliver, Deb Crane and the Hupp family. Bibliographies written by project coordinators (Bartoshuk, Blake, Cook, Gunn, Schratz and Stark, 2013).

Betty Meyer a “north-ender with a South End heart” lived in the South End for 20 years. She is 91 years old, a great grandma and a lively woman. Betty is an avid volunteer at Newark Hospital, Licking County Alcohol Prevention, as well as the Veterans Hospital. Betty has been dedicated to doing anything and everything to better her community (Bartoshuk, Blake, Cook, Gunn, Schratz and Stark, 2013). --- The South End of Newark, Ohio is an area that is literally and figuratively made up of side streets. The South End is comprised of three district areas that border the south side of the main square of town. It is home to a variety of people, churches, and community organizations that have deep emotional ties in the area. Several families have lived in the South End for generations. Newark itself is a town not unlike many towns that are struggling financially across the United States. It has a rich history, was once bustling with commerce and community involvement, and has been significantly impacted by outsourcing, downsizing and suburban sprawl. The South End has been directly impacted by the closing of schools, stores and industries such as the railroad and the Heisey Glass Company. Where once it was a thriving community and as one participant noted, “complete,” the South End now experiences: high unemployment, low levels of academic achievement beyond high school with dropout rates of around 27%, a population of around 44% renters, and an average income of 35,000.00 for a family of four (Gunn 2103). These podcasts were produced by students enrolled in Professor Anne Crowley's “Technology & Learning” course in collaboration with students in Dr. Amanda M. Gunn’s “Communication and Culture” senior seminar. Many thanks to the South Newark community members who shared their recollections, hopes and dreams: Skip Shoemaker, Norma Francis, Desiree Blake, Mattie Blake, Mattie Blake, Bryan Anderson, Barbara Ford, Earl Harris, Shirley & Wayne Campbell, Betty Meyer, Paula Hatfield, Judy Sayre, Dee Hall, Anne Reese, Judy Davis, Mary & Ginny Grady, Rodney Cook, Amanda Vozzella, Renee Chalfont, Glenn Hopkins, James Durant, Thelma McFarlane, Anna Lou Jones, Sharon Oliver, Deb Crane and the Hupp family. Bibliographies written by project coordinators (Bartoshuk, Blake, Cook, Gunn, Schratz and Stark, 2013).

Bryan Anderson is a Columbus native but he prefers the small town feel of the South End. He attends and volunteers at the Newark Church of Nazarene. Specifically, Bryan assists in the baptisms of the Church’s members among other events. Bryan opened his home and his heart to his cat Baby on a cold Ohio night. Bryan is very accepting, open to others and loves the South End community (Bartoshuk, Blake, Cook, Gunn, Schratz and Stark, 2013). --- The South End of Newark, Ohio is an area that is literally and figuratively made up of side streets. The South End is comprised of three district areas that border the south side of the main square of town. It is home to a variety of people, churches, and community organizations that have deep emotional ties in the area. Several families have lived in the South End for generations. Newark itself is a town not unlike many towns that are struggling financially across the United States. It has a rich history, was once bustling with commerce and community involvement, and has been significantly impacted by outsourcing, downsizing and suburban sprawl. The South End has been directly impacted by the closing of schools, stores and industries such as the railroad and the Heisey Glass Company. Where once it was a thriving community and as one participant noted, “complete,” the South End now experiences: high unemployment, low levels of academic achievement beyond high school with dropout rates of around 27%, a population of around 44% renters, and an average income of 35,000.00 for a family of four (Gunn 2103). These podcasts were produced by students enrolled in Professor Anne Crowley's “Technology & Learning” course in collaboration with students in Dr. Amanda M. Gunn’s “Communication and Culture” senior seminar. Many thanks to the South Newark community members who shared their recollections, hopes and dreams: Skip Shoemaker, Norma Francis, Desiree Blake, Mattie Blake, Mattie Blake, Bryan Anderson, Barbara Ford, Earl Harris, Shirley & Wayne Campbell, Betty Meyer, Paula Hatfield, Judy Sayre, Dee Hall, Anne Reese, Judy Davis, Mary & Ginny Grady, Rodney Cook, Amanda Vozzella, Renee Chalfont, Glenn Hopkins, James Durant, Thelma McFarlane, Anna Lou Jones, Sharon Oliver, Deb Crane and the Hupp family. Bibliographies written by project coordinators (Bartoshuk, Blake, Cook, Gunn, Schratz and Stark, 2013).

Dee Hall currently lives in the South End and has owned an art studio in downtown Newark. Before having her own business, Dee worked as a freelance writer and graphic design artist for the Newark Advocate. Hailing from Toledo, she has lived in many other places including New York City and Columbus. She loves her house in the South End and proudly considers Newark her home. --- The South End of Newark, Ohio is an area that is literally and figuratively made up of side streets. The South End is comprised of three district areas that border the south side of the main square of town. It is home to a variety of people, churches, and community organizations that have deep emotional ties in the area. Several families have lived in the South End for generations. Newark itself is a town not unlike many towns that are struggling financially across the United States. It has a rich history, was once bustling with commerce and community involvement, and has been significantly impacted by outsourcing, downsizing and suburban sprawl. The South End has been directly impacted by the closing of schools, stores and industries such as the railroad and the Heisey Glass Company. Where once it was a thriving community and as one participant noted, “complete,” the South End now experiences: high unemployment, low levels of academic achievement beyond high school with dropout rates of around 27%, a population of around 44% renters, and an average income of 35,000.00 for a family of four (Gunn 2103). These podcasts were produced by students enrolled in Professor Anne Crowley's “Technology & Learning” course in collaboration with students in Dr. Amanda M. Gunn’s “Communication and Culture” senior seminar. Many thanks to the South Newark community members who shared their recollections, hopes and dreams: Skip Shoemaker, Norma Francis, Desiree Blake, Mattie Blake, Mattie Blake, Bryan Anderson, Barbara Ford, Earl Harris, Shirley & Wayne Campbell, Betty Meyer, Paula Hatfield, Judy Sayre, Dee Hall, Anne Reese, Judy Davis, Mary & Ginny Grady, Rodney Cook, Amanda Vozzella, Renee Chalfont, Glenn Hopkins, James Durant, Thelma McFarlane, Anna Lou Jones, Sharon Oliver, Deb Crane and the Hupp family. Bibliographies written by project coordinators (Bartoshuk, Blake, Cook, Gunn, Schratz and Stark, 2013).

Desiree Blake, has lived in the South End for 42 years. She is the mother of Jeremy and Jerrica Blake. Desiree is an extremely giving woman and never wants to see a person go hungry. Her community and family are the most important things in her life and she loves planning block parties, making others smile and hosting meals around her kitchen table. --- The South End of Newark, Ohio is an area that is literally and figuratively made up of side streets. The South End is comprised of three district areas that border the south side of the main square of town. It is home to a variety of people, churches, and community organizations that have deep emotional ties in the area. Several families have lived in the South End for generations. Newark itself is a town not unlike many towns that are struggling financially across the United States. It has a rich history, was once bustling with commerce and community involvement, and has been significantly impacted by outsourcing, downsizing and suburban sprawl. The South End has been directly impacted by the closing of schools, stores and industries such as the railroad and the Heisey Glass Company. Where once it was a thriving community and as one participant noted, “complete,” the South End now experiences: high unemployment, low levels of academic achievement beyond high school with dropout rates of around 27%, a population of around 44% renters, and an average income of 35,000.00 for a family of four (Gunn 2103). These podcasts were produced by students enrolled in Professor Anne Crowley's “Technology & Learning” course in collaboration with students in Dr. Amanda M. Gunn’s “Communication and Culture” senior seminar. Many thanks to the South Newark community members who shared their recollections, hopes and dreams: Skip Shoemaker, Norma Francis, Desiree Blake, Mattie Blake, Mattie Blake, Bryan Anderson, Barbara Ford, Earl Harris, Shirley & Wayne Campbell, Betty Meyer, Paula Hatfield, Judy Sayre, Dee Hall, Anne Reese, Judy Davis, Mary & Ginny Grady, Rodney Cook, Amanda Vozzella, Renee Chalfont, Glenn Hopkins, James Durant, Thelma McFarlane, Anna Lou Jones, Sharon Oliver, Deb Crane and the Hupp family. Bibliographies written by project coordinators (Bartoshuk, Blake, Cook, Gunn, Schratz and Stark, 2013).

Judy Davis is a schoolteacher in the South End at the local elementary school, Ben Franklin. Judy is a family person, a firm believer in hard work and supporting her community. She is proud of the South End and the work she has done to help shape children’s lives (Bartoshuk, Blake, Cook, Gunn, Schratz and Stark, 2013). --- The South End of Newark, Ohio is an area that is literally and figuratively made up of side streets. The South End is comprised of three district areas that border the south side of the main square of town. It is home to a variety of people, churches, and community organizations that have deep emotional ties in the area. Several families have lived in the South End for generations. Newark itself is a town not unlike many towns that are struggling financially across the United States. It has a rich history, was once bustling with commerce and community involvement, and has been significantly impacted by outsourcing, downsizing and suburban sprawl. The South End has been directly impacted by the closing of schools, stores and industries such as the railroad and the Heisey Glass Company. Where once it was a thriving community and as one participant noted, “complete,” the South End now experiences: high unemployment, low levels of academic achievement beyond high school with dropout rates of around 27%, a population of around 44% renters, and an average income of 35,000.00 for a family of four (Gunn 2103). These podcasts were produced by students enrolled in Professor Anne Crowley's “Technology & Learning” course in collaboration with students in Dr. Amanda M. Gunn’s “Communication and Culture” senior seminar. Many thanks to the South Newark community members who shared their recollections, hopes and dreams: Skip Shoemaker, Norma Francis, Desiree Blake, Mattie Blake, Mattie Blake, Bryan Anderson, Barbara Ford, Earl Harris, Shirley & Wayne Campbell, Betty Meyer, Paula Hatfield, Judy Sayre, Dee Hall, Anne Reese, Judy Davis, Mary & Ginny Grady, Rodney Cook, Amanda Vozzella, Renee Chalfont, Glenn Hopkins, James Durant, Thelma McFarlane, Anna Lou Jones, Sharon Oliver, Deb Crane and the Hupp family. Bibliographies written by project coordinators (Bartoshuk, Blake, Cook, Gunn, Schratz and Stark, 2013).

Judy Sayre, also known as JJ to her close friends, lived in “Little Texas” in South End Newark for 25 years. Growing up, Judy’s family worked primarily in the booming railroad industry and she worked in various Newark factories. Family is incredibly important to her and she often spends time helping her grandchildren with homework or taking them shopping in Granville. Judy is a big fan of the Buckeyes (Bartoshuk, Blake, Cook, Gunn, Schratz and Stark, 2013).

Paula Hatfield lived in the South End during the first 18 years of her life and is full of wonderful stories from the 1950s about the square, the schoolhouse, and days spent at home on the hill of Bates Street. She is a proud mother and grandmother. Paula cherishes her role as a family member in her own home and the community, and is not afraid to stand up for what she believes. One of the things Paula misses the most from downtown is a place to dance, as she was a professional dancer in the 1960s (Bartoshuk, Blake, Cook, Gunn, Schratz and Stark, 2013). --- The South End of Newark, Ohio is an area that is literally and figuratively made up of side streets. The South End is comprised of three district areas that border the south side of the main square of town. It is home to a variety of people, churches, and community organizations that have deep emotional ties in the area. Several families have lived in the South End for generations. Newark itself is a town not unlike many towns that are struggling financially across the United States. It has a rich history, was once bustling with commerce and community involvement, and has been significantly impacted by outsourcing, downsizing and suburban sprawl. The South End has been directly impacted by the closing of schools, stores and industries such as the railroad and the Heisey Glass Company. Where once it was a thriving community and as one participant noted, “complete,” the South End now experiences: high unemployment, low levels of academic achievement beyond high school with dropout rates of around 27%, a population of around 44% renters, and an average income of 35,000.00 for a family of four (Gunn 2103). These podcasts were produced by students enrolled in Professor Anne Crowley's “Technology & Learning” course in collaboration with students in Dr. Amanda M. Gunn’s “Communication and Culture” senior seminar. Many thanks to the South Newark community members who shared their recollections, hopes and dreams: Skip Shoemaker, Norma Francis, Desiree Blake, Mattie Blake, Mattie Blake, Bryan Anderson, Barbara Ford, Earl Harris, Shirley & Wayne Campbell, Betty Meyer, Paula Hatfield, Judy Sayre, Dee Hall, Anne Reese, Judy Davis, Mary & Ginny Grady, Rodney Cook, Amanda Vozzella, Renee Chalfont, Glenn Hopkins, James Durant, Thelma McFarlane, Anna Lou Jones, Sharon Oliver, Deb Crane and the Hupp family. Bibliographies written by project coordinators (Bartoshuk, Blake, Cook, Gunn, Schratz and Stark, 2013).

James Durant, also known as Jim, serves as the Housing Director at The Main Place. It is his role to help consumers find, maintain, and live in a safe residence. Jim is a humble and kind person who wants nothing more than to care for others and help them lead a happy life. Glenn Hopkins has been a part of the South End family for about 14 years as the Executive Director of The Main Place, located in the South End. Glenn believes in people coming together to build better lives for themselves, as he and the rest of his staff continue to treat their mental illnesses every day. Glenn does sees The Main Place as a place for connection to others and family. He is passionate about helping others and working to create a more civil society (Bartoshuk, Blake, Cook, Gunn, Schratz and Stark, 2013). --- The South End of Newark, Ohio is an area that is literally and figuratively made up of side streets. The South End is comprised of three district areas that border the south side of the main square of town. It is home to a variety of people, churches, and community organizations that have deep emotional ties in the area. Several families have lived in the South End for generations. Newark itself is a town not unlike many towns that are struggling financially across the United States. It has a rich history, was once bustling with commerce and community involvement, and has been significantly impacted by outsourcing, downsizing and suburban sprawl. The South End has been directly impacted by the closing of schools, stores and industries such as the railroad and the Heisey Glass Company. Where once it was a thriving community and as one participant noted, “complete,” the South End now experiences: high unemployment, low levels of academic achievement beyond high school with dropout rates of around 27%, a population of around 44% renters, and an average income of 35,000.00 for a family of four (Gunn 2103). These podcasts were produced by students enrolled in Professor Anne Crowley's “Technology & Learning” course in collaboration with students in Dr. Amanda M. Gunn’s “Communication and Culture” senior seminar. Many thanks to the South Newark community members who shared their recollections, hopes and dreams: Skip Shoemaker, Norma Francis, Desiree Blake, Mattie Blake, Mattie Blake, Bryan Anderson, Barbara Ford, Earl Harris, Shirley & Wayne Campbell, Betty Meyer, Paula Hatfield, Judy Sayre, Dee Hall, Anne Reese, Judy Davis, Mary & Ginny Grady, Rodney Cook, Amanda Vozzella, Renee Chalfont, Glenn Hopkins, James Durant, Thelma McFarlane, Anna Lou Jones, Sharon Oliver, Deb Crane and the Hupp family. Bibliographies written by project coordinators (Bartoshuk, Blake, Cook, Gunn, Schratz and Stark, 2013).

Mattie Blake moved to the South End with her parents in 1952 from Alabama and has lived here ever since. She is the oldest of four kids and has seven children of her own with her late husband, Rodney. Family is incredibly important to her and she is very close with all of her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Mattie loves the South End and the people who live here because there is a true sense of community (Bartoshuk, Blake, Cook, Gunn, Schratz and Stark, 2013). --- The South End of Newark, Ohio is an area that is literally and figuratively made up of side streets. The South End is comprised of three district areas that border the south side of the main square of town. It is home to a variety of people, churches, and community organizations that have deep emotional ties in the area. Several families have lived in the South End for generations. Newark itself is a town not unlike many towns that are struggling financially across the United States. It has a rich history, was once bustling with commerce and community involvement, and has been significantly impacted by outsourcing, downsizing and suburban sprawl. The South End has been directly impacted by the closing of schools, stores and industries such as the railroad and the Heisey Glass Company. Where once it was a thriving community and as one participant noted, “complete,” the South End now experiences: high unemployment, low levels of academic achievement beyond high school with dropout rates of around 27%, a population of around 44% renters, and an average income of 35,000.00 for a family of four (Gunn 2103). These podcasts were produced by students enrolled in Professor Anne Crowley's “Technology & Learning” course in collaboration with students in Dr. Amanda M. Gunn’s “Communication and Culture” senior seminar. Many thanks to the South Newark community members who shared their recollections, hopes and dreams: Skip Shoemaker, Norma Francis, Desiree Blake, Mattie Blake, Mattie Blake, Bryan Anderson, Barbara Ford, Earl Harris, Shirley & Wayne Campbell, Betty Meyer, Paula Hatfield, Judy Sayre, Dee Hall, Anne Reese, Judy Davis, Mary & Ginny Grady, Rodney Cook, Amanda Vozzella, Renee Chalfont, Glenn Hopkins, James Durant, Thelma McFarlane, Anna Lou Jones, Sharon Oliver, Deb Crane and the Hupp family. Bibliographies written by project coordinators (Bartoshuk, Blake, Cook, Gunn, Schratz and Stark, 2013).

Norma Francis has lived in Newark for 75 years and was a part of the South End family for 15 years. Norma works as a librarian for the Licking County Genealogical Society housed on the second floor of the Licking County Library. She has a rich family history in Newark and was a survivor of the 1959 flood in Little Texas. Norma is passionate about her role as a Christian woman and hopes for peace in the community. She is a poet and has won many awards for her beautiful knitting (Bartoshuk, Blake, Cook, Gunn, Schratz and Stark, 2013). --- The South End of Newark, Ohio is an area that is literally and figuratively made up of side streets. The South End is comprised of three district areas that border the south side of the main square of town. It is home to a variety of people, churches, and community organizations that have deep emotional ties in the area. Several families have lived in the South End for generations. Newark itself is a town not unlike many towns that are struggling financially across the United States. It has a rich history, was once bustling with commerce and community involvement, and has been significantly impacted by outsourcing, downsizing and suburban sprawl. The South End has been directly impacted by the closing of schools, stores and industries such as the railroad and the Heisey Glass Company. Where once it was a thriving community and as one participant noted, “complete,” the South End now experiences: high unemployment, low levels of academic achievement beyond high school with dropout rates of around 27%, a population of around 44% renters, and an average income of 35,000.00 for a family of four (Gunn 2103). These podcasts were produced by students enrolled in Professor Anne Crowley's “Technology & Learning” course in collaboration with students in Dr. Amanda M. Gunn’s “Communication and Culture” senior seminar. Many thanks to the South Newark community members who shared their recollections, hopes and dreams: Skip Shoemaker, Norma Francis, Desiree Blake, Mattie Blake, Mattie Blake, Bryan Anderson, Barbara Ford, Earl Harris, Shirley & Wayne Campbell, Betty Meyer, Paula Hatfield, Judy Sayre, Dee Hall, Anne Reese, Judy Davis, Mary & Ginny Grady, Rodney Cook, Amanda Vozzella, Renee Chalfont, Glenn Hopkins, James Durant, Thelma McFarlane, Anna Lou Jones, Sharon Oliver, Deb Crane and the Hupp family. Bibliographies written by project coordinators (Bartoshuk, Blake, Cook, Gunn, Schratz and Stark, 2013).

Rodney Cook, Executive Director of the American Red Cross of Licking County, located in the South End, has been serving the Newark community for over 12 years through his work with various non-profit agencies. A native of Circleville, OH and a graduate of Miami University, Rod also spent 8 years as a Peace Corps volunteer in Guatemala. He has dedicated his life to helping others. Though Rod does not live in the South End he recognizes that it is a special community with much potential to grow (Bartoshuk, Blake, Cook, Gunn, Schratz and Stark, 2013). --- The South End of Newark, Ohio is an area that is literally and figuratively made up of side streets. The South End is comprised of three district areas that border the south side of the main square of town. It is home to a variety of people, churches, and community organizations that have deep emotional ties in the area. Several families have lived in the South End for generations. Newark itself is a town not unlike many towns that are struggling financially across the United States. It has a rich history, was once bustling with commerce and community involvement, and has been significantly impacted by outsourcing, downsizing and suburban sprawl. The South End has been directly impacted by the closing of schools, stores and industries such as the railroad and the Heisey Glass Company. Where once it was a thriving community and as one participant noted, “complete,” the South End now experiences: high unemployment, low levels of academic achievement beyond high school with dropout rates of around 27%, a population of around 44% renters, and an average income of 35,000.00 for a family of four (Gunn 2103). These podcasts were produced by students enrolled in Professor Anne Crowley's “Technology & Learning” course in collaboration with students in Dr. Amanda M. Gunn’s “Communication and Culture” senior seminar. Many thanks to the South Newark community members who shared their recollections, hopes and dreams: Skip Shoemaker, Norma Francis, Desiree Blake, Mattie Blake, Mattie Blake, Bryan Anderson, Barbara Ford, Earl Harris, Shirley & Wayne Campbell, Betty Meyer, Paula Hatfield, Judy Sayre, Dee Hall, Anne Reese, Judy Davis, Mary & Ginny Grady, Rodney Cook, Amanda Vozzella, Renee Chalfont, Glenn Hopkins, James Durant, Thelma McFarlane, Anna Lou Jones, Sharon Oliver, Deb Crane and the Hupp family. Bibliographies written by project coordinators (Bartoshuk, Blake, Cook, Gunn, Schratz and Stark, 2013).

Sharon Oliver and Deb Crase are sisters that finish each other’s sentences. Sharon has lived in the South End for 55 years and Deb, 24. Sharon is very involved in her community, hardworking, and a supportive mother, sister, and wife. Deb was one of the first women to climb telephone polls for Newark Phone Company; to this day she still works there and has served as a leader in the organization (Bartoshuk, Blake, Cook, Gunn, Schratz and Stark, 2013). --- The South End of Newark, Ohio is an area that is literally and figuratively made up of side streets. The South End is comprised of three district areas that border the south side of the main square of town. It is home to a variety of people, churches, and community organizations that have deep emotional ties in the area. Several families have lived in the South End for generations. Newark itself is a town not unlike many towns that are struggling financially across the United States. It has a rich history, was once bustling with commerce and community involvement, and has been significantly impacted by outsourcing, downsizing and suburban sprawl. The South End has been directly impacted by the closing of schools, stores and industries such as the railroad and the Heisey Glass Company. Where once it was a thriving community and as one participant noted, “complete,” the South End now experiences: high unemployment, low levels of academic achievement beyond high school with dropout rates of around 27%, a population of around 44% renters, and an average income of 35,000.00 for a family of four (Gunn 2103). These podcasts were produced by students enrolled in Professor Anne Crowley's “Technology & Learning” course in collaboration with students in Dr. Amanda M. Gunn’s “Communication and Culture” senior seminar. Many thanks to the South Newark community members who shared their recollections, hopes and dreams: Skip Shoemaker, Norma Francis, Desiree Blake, Mattie Blake, Mattie Blake, Bryan Anderson, Barbara Ford, Earl Harris, Shirley & Wayne Campbell, Betty Meyer, Paula Hatfield, Judy Sayre, Dee Hall, Anne Reese, Judy Davis, Mary & Ginny Grady, Rodney Cook, Amanda Vozzella, Renee Chalfont, Glenn Hopkins, James Durant, Thelma McFarlane, Anna Lou Jones, Sharon Oliver, Deb Crane and the Hupp family. Bibliographies written by project coordinators (Bartoshuk, Blake, Cook, Gunn, Schratz and Stark, 2013).

Shirley and Wayne Campbell have been happily married for 57 years. They have lived on 5th Street for 51 years. Shirley is a supportive wife that has never left Wayne’s side. Wayne grew up in the South End and, outside of being a Navy man, has lived there all of his life. He is a hard worker that is truly dedicated to his family. They have two daughters and a son, a granddaughter, two grandsons and two great grandchildren. Shirley and Wayne have been a part of the Newark community for many years and they are always spending time getting to know their neighbors (Bartoshuk, Blake, Cook, Gunn, Schratz and Stark, 2013). --- The South End of Newark, Ohio is an area that is literally and figuratively made up of side streets. The South End is comprised of three district areas that border the south side of the main square of town. It is home to a variety of people, churches, and community organizations that have deep emotional ties in the area. Several families have lived in the South End for generations. Newark itself is a town not unlike many towns that are struggling financially across the United States. It has a rich history, was once bustling with commerce and community involvement, and has been significantly impacted by outsourcing, downsizing and suburban sprawl. The South End has been directly impacted by the closing of schools, stores and industries such as the railroad and the Heisey Glass Company. Where once it was a thriving community and as one participant noted, “complete,” the South End now experiences: high unemployment, low levels of academic achievement beyond high school with dropout rates of around 27%, a population of around 44% renters, and an average income of 35,000.00 for a family of four (Gunn 2103). These podcasts were produced by students enrolled in Professor Anne Crowley's “Technology & Learning” course in collaboration with students in Dr. Amanda M. Gunn’s “Communication and Culture” senior seminar. Many thanks to the South Newark community members who shared their recollections, hopes and dreams: Skip Shoemaker, Norma Francis, Desiree Blake, Mattie Blake, Mattie Blake, Bryan Anderson, Barbara Ford, Earl Harris, Shirley & Wayne Campbell, Betty Meyer, Paula Hatfield, Judy Sayre, Dee Hall, Anne Reese, Judy Davis, Mary & Ginny Grady, Rodney Cook, Amanda Vozzella, Renee Chalfont, Glenn Hopkins, James Durant, Thelma McFarlane, Anna Lou Jones, Sharon Oliver, Deb Crane and the Hupp family. Bibliographies written by project coordinators (Bartoshuk, Blake, Cook, Gunn, Schratz and Stark, 2013).

Skip Schumaker has been a part of the South End family since March 27, 1977, 35 years. After working at Owen’s Corning for about 20 years, Skip volunteered at the Main Place Recovery Center and began cleaning up the area that is now the 6th Street Garden. A few years ago Skip started the town block watch program and is currently running the program along with the community garden. Skip is a caring and lively member of the South End and is proud to say that he owns John Adams’ old home (Bartoshuk, Blake, Cook, Gunn, Schratz and Stark, 2013). --- The South End of Newark, Ohio is an area that is literally and figuratively made up of side streets. The South End is comprised of three district areas that border the south side of the main square of town. It is home to a variety of people, churches, and community organizations that have deep emotional ties in the area. Several families have lived in the South End for generations. Newark itself is a town not unlike many towns that are struggling financially across the United States. It has a rich history, was once bustling with commerce and community involvement, and has been significantly impacted by outsourcing, downsizing and suburban sprawl. The South End has been directly impacted by the closing of schools, stores and industries such as the railroad and the Heisey Glass Company. Where once it was a thriving community and as one participant noted, “complete,” the South End now experiences: high unemployment, low levels of academic achievement beyond high school with dropout rates of around 27%, a population of around 44% renters, and an average income of 35,000.00 for a family of four (Gunn 2103). These podcasts were produced by students enrolled in Professor Anne Crowley's “Technology & Learning” course in collaboration with students in Dr. Amanda M. Gunn’s “Communication and Culture” senior seminar. Many thanks to the South Newark community members who shared their recollections, hopes and dreams: Skip Shoemaker, Norma Francis, Desiree Blake, Mattie Blake, Mattie Blake, Bryan Anderson, Barbara Ford, Earl Harris, Shirley & Wayne Campbell, Betty Meyer, Paula Hatfield, Judy Sayre, Dee Hall, Anne Reese, Judy Davis, Mary & Ginny Grady, Rodney Cook, Amanda Vozzella, Renee Chalfont, Glenn Hopkins, James Durant, Thelma McFarlane, Anna Lou Jones, Sharon Oliver, Deb Crane and the Hupp family. Bibliographies written by project coordinators (Bartoshuk, Blake, Cook, Gunn, Schratz and Stark, 2013).

The Grady’s have called South End Newark their home for over 50 years. Mary, mother of 4, worked at Ben Franklin and opened her heart to the students there by bringing them clothes to stay warm and spreading her love by attending their after school programs. Ginny, the eldest of the Grady children, currently works in New Albany, OH but still calls the South End her home. Though the other Grady children have long since moved out of Newark, Mary and Ginny remain close to their family and with the South End community (Bartoshuk, Blake, Cook, Gunn, Schratz and Stark, 2013). --- The South End of Newark, Ohio is an area that is literally and figuratively made up of side streets. The South End is comprised of three district areas that border the south side of the main square of town. It is home to a variety of people, churches, and community organizations that have deep emotional ties in the area. Several families have lived in the South End for generations. Newark itself is a town not unlike many towns that are struggling financially across the United States. It has a rich history, was once bustling with commerce and community involvement, and has been significantly impacted by outsourcing, downsizing and suburban sprawl. The South End has been directly impacted by the closing of schools, stores and industries such as the railroad and the Heisey Glass Company. Where once it was a thriving community and as one participant noted, “complete,” the South End now experiences: high unemployment, low levels of academic achievement beyond high school with dropout rates of around 27%, a population of around 44% renters, and an average income of 35,000.00 for a family of four (Gunn 2103). These podcasts were produced by students enrolled in Professor Anne Crowley's “Technology & Learning” course in collaboration with students in Dr. Amanda M. Gunn’s “Communication and Culture” senior seminar. Many thanks to the South Newark community members who shared their recollections, hopes and dreams: Skip Shoemaker, Norma Francis, Desiree Blake, Mattie Blake, Mattie Blake, Bryan Anderson, Barbara Ford, Earl Harris, Shirley & Wayne Campbell, Betty Meyer, Paula Hatfield, Judy Sayre, Dee Hall, Anne Reese, Judy Davis, Mary & Ginny Grady, Rodney Cook, Amanda Vozzella, Renee Chalfont, Glenn Hopkins, James Durant, Thelma McFarlane, Anna Lou Jones, Sharon Oliver, Deb Crane and the Hupp family. Bibliographies written by project coordinators (Bartoshuk, Blake, Cook, Gunn, Schratz and Stark, 2013).

The Hupp women: sisters Marsha, Geraldine, Marybeth, Sara and their mother, Cecilia, have had roots in Newark for centuries. Despite leaving at some points, their love for the area has brought them back to Newark with their families. Today, laughter abounds when they are together. The Hupp sisters claim that their sense of humor and their optimism for the future is the result of the love and laughter between their mother, Cecelia May Agnus Hupp, and father, Ronald Fredrick Hupp. They each hope for peace and prosperity for their children and would like for each of them to contribute positively to society (Bartoshuk, Blake, Cook, Gunn, Schratz and Stark, 2013). --- The South End of Newark, Ohio is an area that is literally and figuratively made up of side streets. The South End is comprised of three district areas that border the south side of the main square of town. It is home to a variety of people, churches, and community organizations that have deep emotional ties in the area. Several families have lived in the South End for generations. Newark itself is a town not unlike many towns that are struggling financially across the United States. It has a rich history, was once bustling with commerce and community involvement, and has been significantly impacted by outsourcing, downsizing and suburban sprawl. The South End has been directly impacted by the closing of schools, stores and industries such as the railroad and the Heisey Glass Company. Where once it was a thriving community and as one participant noted, “complete,” the South End now experiences: high unemployment, low levels of academic achievement beyond high school with dropout rates of around 27%, a population of around 44% renters, and an average income of 35,000.00 for a family of four (Gunn 2103). These podcasts were produced by students enrolled in Professor Anne Crowley's “Technology & Learning” course in collaboration with students in Dr. Amanda M. Gunn’s “Communication and Culture” senior seminar. Many thanks to the South Newark community members who shared their recollections, hopes and dreams: Skip Shoemaker, Norma Francis, Desiree Blake, Mattie Blake, Mattie Blake, Bryan Anderson, Barbara Ford, Earl Harris, Shirley & Wayne Campbell, Betty Meyer, Paula Hatfield, Judy Sayre, Dee Hall, Anne Reese, Judy Davis, Mary & Ginny Grady, Rodney Cook, Amanda Vozzella, Renee Chalfont, Glenn Hopkins, James Durant, Thelma McFarlane, Anna Lou Jones, Sharon Oliver, Deb Crane and the Hupp family. Bibliographies written by project coordinators (Bartoshuk, Blake, Cook, Gunn, Schratz and Stark, 2013).

Thelma McFarlane and Anna Lou Jones are cousins that can easily pass for sisters. Their humor and charm fill a room as they recount stories from growing up in the South End. Thelma is 86 years old and has lived in the South End for her entire life. Her family has been a major asset to the Newark community as brick masons. Thelma has lived in the South End all of her life and has no plans of leaving (Bartoshuk, Blake, Cook, Gunn, Schratz and Stark, 2013). --- The South End of Newark, Ohio is an area that is literally and figuratively made up of side streets. The South End is comprised of three district areas that border the south side of the main square of town. It is home to a variety of people, churches, and community organizations that have deep emotional ties in the area. Several families have lived in the South End for generations. Newark itself is a town not unlike many towns that are struggling financially across the United States. It has a rich history, was once bustling with commerce and community involvement, and has been significantly impacted by outsourcing, downsizing and suburban sprawl. The South End has been directly impacted by the closing of schools, stores and industries such as the railroad and the Heisey Glass Company. Where once it was a thriving community and as one participant noted, “complete,” the South End now experiences: high unemployment, low levels of academic achievement beyond high school with dropout rates of around 27%, a population of around 44% renters, and an average income of 35,000.00 for a family of four (Gunn 2103). These podcasts were produced by students enrolled in Professor Anne Crowley's “Technology & Learning” course in collaboration with students in Dr. Amanda M. Gunn’s “Communication and Culture” senior seminar. Many thanks to the South Newark community members who shared their recollections, hopes and dreams: Skip Shoemaker, Norma Francis, Desiree Blake, Mattie Blake, Mattie Blake, Bryan Anderson, Barbara Ford, Earl Harris, Shirley & Wayne Campbell, Betty Meyer, Paula Hatfield, Judy Sayre, Dee Hall, Anne Reese, Judy Davis, Mary & Ginny Grady, Rodney Cook, Amanda Vozzella, Renee Chalfont, Glenn Hopkins, James Durant, Thelma McFarlane, Anna Lou Jones, Sharon Oliver, Deb Crane and the Hupp family. Bibliographies written by project coordinators (Bartoshuk, Blake, Cook, Gunn, Schratz and Stark, 2013).

Karin discusses her later in life migration from college professor to successful artist. Citizens of the Village of Granville (home of Denison University) were interviewed by students of the Technology & Learning class about their migration stories.

Students in Dr. Katy Crossley-Frolikk's"Human Rights in Global Perspective" course created short podcasts about specific human rights issues including child soldiers, organ trafficking, the right to water and indigenous rights. Students in Professor Anne Crowley's class on "Technology and Learning" created digital narratives. In response to a challenge to write "the worst play ever" in his Playwriting class, Nicholas Bailey wrote “A Pie Right in the Kisser”.

Students in Dr. Katy Crossley-Frolikk's"Human Rights in Global Perspective" course created short podcasts about specific human rights issues including child soldiers, organ trafficking, the right to water and indigenous rights. Students in Professor Anne Crowley's class on "Technology and Learning" created digital narratives. In response to a challenge to write "the worst play ever" in his Playwriting class, Nicholas Bailey wrote “A Pie Right in the Kisser”.

Students in Dr. Katy Crossley-Frolikk's"Human Rights in Global Perspective" course created short podcasts about specific human rights issues including child soldiers, organ trafficking, the right to water and indigenous rights. Students in Professor Anne Crowley's class on "Technology and Learning" created digital narratives. In response to a challenge to write "the worst play ever" in his Playwriting class, Nicholas Bailey wrote “A Pie Right in the Kisser”.

Jonathan's digital narration regarding migration.

Manny's digital narrative.

Students in Dr. Katy Crossley-Frolikk's"Human Rights in Global Perspective" course created short podcasts about specific human rights issues including child soldiers, organ trafficking, the right to water and indigenous rights. Students in Professor Anne Crowley's class on "Technology and Learning" created digital narratives. In response to a challenge to write "the worst play ever" in his Playwriting class, Nicholas Bailey wrote “A Pie Right in the Kisser”.

Allen Schwartz discusses his transition from Denison graduate to political organizer, member of the Newark, Ohio Freedom School and his work with civil rights and unionism Citizens of the Village of Granville (home of Denison University) were interviewed by students of the Technology & Learning class about their migration stories.

Barbara Hamlet discusses growing up in Guyana and her travels around the world. Citizens of the Village of Granville (home of Denison University) were interviewed by students of the Technology & Learning class about their migration stories.

Jurgen Pape discusses his migration from Germany to Granville, Ohio. Citizens of the Village of Granville (home of Denison University) were interviewed by students of the Technology & Learning class about their migration stories.

Lesha Faris, coordinator of AmeriCorps at the Ohio Campus Compact, discusses the importance of community services and study abroad. Citizens of the Village of Granville (home of Denison University) were interviewed by students of the Technology & Learning class about their migration stories.

Yadi Collins, Registrar at Denison University, discusses her migration from her birth in Germany to Turkish parents to the United States. Citizens of the Village of Granville (home of Denison University) were interviewed by students of the Technology & Learning class about their migration stories.

Béatrice Libert, a poet and educator from Liège, Belgium, joined Judy Cochran, Professor of French, in April to develop our upper-level French majors' creativity by learning to see the strong links between words and images. Students were led through the process of writing complete poems and dramatic prose in French and then translating their work into English. --- Students in Dr. Katy Crossley-Frolikk's"Human Rights in Global Perspective" course created short podcasts about specific human rights issues including child soldiers, organ trafficking, the right to water and indigenous rights. Students in Professor Anne Crowley's class on "Technology and Learning" created digital narratives. In response to a challenge to write "the worst play ever" in his Playwriting class, Nicholas Bailey wrote “A Pie Right in the Kisser”.

During the summer of 2010, Nate Hammond ’11 became a world traveler. His first trip outside North America covered 6,684 miles one way from his hometown in Cincinnati, Ohio to Beijing, China. He was part of the 30/30 Exchange Program celebrating 30 years of Chinese-U.S. relations and co-sponsored by the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs and China’s Ministry of Education. The program was designed to give 30 representatives each—from China and the United States—an opportunity to be effective cultural ambassadors of their own countries. Hammond had been chosen as one of 30 American college students to represent the United States after being recommended by Xidong Niu, a Fulbright Foreign Language teaching assistant at Denison who had taught him Mandarin early in his Denison career. The Americans’ itinerary included tours, lectures and meetings hosted by Peking University (Beijing), Sichuan University (Chengdu ) and Tongi University (Shanghai). English speaking professors discussed politics and the Chinese system of government, Chinese culture and society, as well as the country’s leadership and economic issues. Their openness when discussing subjects like Tiananmen Square, Taiwan, Tibet and climate change surprised Hammond, who admits he had preconceived ideas about freedom of speech in China. “Nothing was off the table,” he said. The non-coastal Chengdu province with its spicy Sichuan food and laid-back people was Hammond’s favorite, and he hopes to visit there again. He developed new friendships and has stayed in touch with other participants through social networking. Plus he’ll see a few in person this spring when he participates in a language–intensive semester at Nanjing University, 300 km from Shanghai. --- Students in Dr. Katy Crossley-Frolikk's"Human Rights in Global Perspective" course created short podcasts about specific human rights issues including child soldiers, organ trafficking, the right to water and indigenous rights. Students in Professor Anne Crowley's class on "Technology and Learning" created digital narratives. In response to a challenge to write "the worst play ever" in his Playwriting class, Nicholas Bailey wrote “A Pie Right in the Kisser”.

Denison's study abroad opportunities provide a number of exciting avenues to see the world in a different light through both domestic and overseas programs. You’ll learn from international faculty in a safe and structured environment that provides many opportunities to interact with people from around the world. By participating in one of our many study abroad experiences, you will: * complement your outlook on life with new cultural perspectives. You'll also make yourself more valuable to potential employers. In today's increasingly diverse world, companies prefer to hire people who can interact comfortably with others from a broad range of cultures and societies. * acquire academic and experiential-based field project and/or internship experiences in other cultures * gain the ability to adapt to new environments, a strength that will help you transition personally and professionally in the real world.