MFJS Faculty/Staff Projects
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DU Media
- by dumediaDU Media journalists Bella Zafer and Cassis Tingley won 1st place in the Society of Professional Journalist’s TV Feature Reporting category for their piece “A woman’s journey from addict to caregiver.” You can watch the award-winning content below!
- by dumediaDU Media journalist Eden Bollschweiler won 1st place in the Society of Professional Journalist’s Feature Videography category for the piece “Spreading Stikbuds across Denver.” You can watch the award-winning content below!
- by dumediaWith midterms fast approaching DU Media producer Charlotte Monroe asked members of the DU community what their “simple joys” were. Reminder: even in the most stressful times there are things to be grateful for!
Hear, Allá, Presente
- by Media, Film and Journalism Studies at the University of DenverCasa de Paz is a nonprofit here in Aurora which supports detainees from the Aurora detention center, to provide a safe and temporary spaces. We had the opportunity to sit down with Andrea Loya and hear about what amazing things Casa de Paz does for people who have just been released from the Aurora ICE […]
- by Media, Film and Journalism Studies at the University of DenverJeanette Vizguerra, mamá, activista y mujer, describió su experiencia de su lucha por sus derechos y los de otros inmigrantes en los Estados Unidos. Su historia es única pero también se enmarca en una narrativa similar a la de los inmigrantes en Estados Unidos.
- by Media, Film and Journalism Studies at the University of DenverKevin Vargas sits down with Lisette Zamora-Galarza and they discuss the aims and goals of the ICE Report as well as difficulties within these facilities. Through this work Kevin and his colleagues have been able to make more of an impact than some of the policies that take time to implement.
Rocky Mountain Reverb
- by DU MFJSClothing off, confidence on. Three people begin working as nude models in art classes and find their relationships with their bodies transformed as a result. For these models, exposing skin sets in motion a process of self-acceptance that is much more than just skin-deep.
- by DU MFJSMelisa Monno discusses and reflects on her experience going through teen pregnancy while struggling with grief and postpartum depression.
- by DU MFJSDU students Jack Saroni and Chase Routt tell a fictional story about a man who confides in a friend for help with a mysterious box left by his late grandfather.
Active Student Projects
MFJS Abroad
- by juliaMy study abroad program ended just about 3 weeks ago, and after a short Holiday break, I am back at DU. It feels good to be back, although a bit jarring. My body and mind are still processing my busy, bittersweet, last week in Florence; the exhausting trip back home; my brief Holiday break spent…
- by juliaAutumn has finally arrived in Florence, manifesting as grey skies, early nights, and the blissful departure of tourists. Due to the energy crisis going on across Europe, the Florence municipal ordinance has limited the amount of time we can turn on the heat to 11 hours a day, with a maximum temperature of 19 degrees…
- by juliaWow, it’s been a long time since I’ve written. I got caught up with my life here in Florence, which has become increasingly more natural to me. I’m at the point where I can expertly weave my way through hordes of tourists, speak some basic Italian, and get to most places without using Google Maps….
Pop Culture Vultures
- by Toni Elton, Julia Mertes, DU MFJSThis week, we continue our internet deep dive and take it to a place of late 2010's Youtube by talking about some of the most notorious Youtuber scandals. Julia discusses the beef between James Charles, Tati Westbrook, Jeffree Star and Shane Dawson known as Dramageddon, while Toni regales us with the horrors of David Dobrik […]
- by Toni Elton, Julia Mertes, DU MFJSThis week, we're diving into Gen Z internet culture to dissect all the aesthetics, cores and ways we categorize people online. Toni talks about the male manipulator indie boy archetype, while Julia explores all things femcel/female manipulator/fleabag core.Email us @popculturevulturespod@gmail.comFollow us on Instagram and TikTok @popculturevulturespod
- by Toni Elton, Julia Mertes, DU MFJSThe girlies are back with another laid-back chit chat episode, where we discuss what we've been watching, reading, eating, and listening to recently. So grab a snack and kick back with us :-DLet us know what pop culture things you've been loving/hating recently!Email us @thepopculturevulturespod@gmail.comFollow us on Instagram and Tiktok @popculturevulturespod
Earworm
- by Lucy Richardson, DU MFJSLucy talks with the folk trio created by Charles Nation, Gabe Mayer, and Alexander Feltner Harrison to tackle big questions about their musical process, the future of the local music scene, and the proper way to tip a busker.Keep your eyes peeled for their upcoming shows and first releases on streaming services!
- by Lucy Richardson, DU MFJSLucy is joined by amateur rappers Nate Yaeger and Khaled Mahmoud to explore their budding musical collective, past live performances, and the musical learning curve.Check out their SoundCloud for more!
- by Lucy Richardson, DU MFJSLucy and the members of Bleak Mystique–Sam Shapiro, Aiden Hutchings, and Jack Billeaud–sit down to talk about new band dynamics, future plans, and the case of the missing cymbals. Check out their Instagram page @Bleak.Mystique and Spotify
Inactive Student Storytelling Projects
Moving Pictures Podcast
- by RyanAngela Forster was formerly part of the University of Denver as a member of the art department faculty where she helped develop programs including communication arts and visual communication theory studies. Sami Lobato and Sara Bacon-Maldano are production design assistants from past Project DU FILM productions, Scary Lucy and Happy F*ing Valentine’s Day
- by RyanDr. Lauren DeCarvalho, one of the University of Denver’s highly-esteemed film and media professors, received her Ph.D. in Mass Communications from Penn State. She is an assistant professor at the University of Denver where she teaches film theory, experimental film production, women in film, and many other film and media-oriented classes. Her research focuses on […]
- by RyanFrazier has been the cinematographer for all Project DU FILM projects, including our upcoming short, Hunting Season and arguably brings the most experience of anyone to the set. Since graduation in 2011, Frazier has truly established himself in the film industry, having traveled around the world working in film production for several companies and organizations. […]
Propose a Project
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80208 Podcast
- by 80208 Editor"Welcome to the fifth and final episode of the Allyship series. As we step into spring quarter, our team will embark on a new series, which means this one is coming to an end. However, this does not mean that our allyship is also coming to an end. In this concluding episode, we want to […]
- by 80208 Editor"Welcome to the fourth episode of the Allyship series. In this episode, we are going to be exploring the history and meaning behind the Black Lives Matter movement.""The Black Lives Matter movement is an international social movement dedicated to fighting anti-black racism and violence, especially in the form of police brutality. This movement consists of […]
- by 80208 EditorIn this episode of the DU 80208 Podcast, Teddy Green and Julie Tran host another “Fun Time Friday.” This episode focuses on overlooked 2020 plotlines. The year 2020 was a hectic one, and people could not keep up with everything that was happening. In this episode, Teddy and Julie talk about some of those plotlines […]