Friends of Sorry.
Two of my talented students created a video to explore how conventions used in feature film are used to evoke emotional reactions in an audience. Both students were extremely passionate about film and film editing and so they combined communication theory like: basic semiotics and linguistic framing to a visual rather than a linguistic medium. I'm so very proud of the results of their hard work.
Leviticus 19:28, Tattooing and Christianity
One of my students, Jacob Zinn, produced a phenomenal audio documentary about the ethics of tattooing in Christianity. He thoughtfully weighed both sides of the argument with provocative and informative interviews. The photos he took of a Christian tattoo artist at work are just great. Such a "wow" piece of work. As a Christian himself, Jacob was both very passionate about the topic and informed on the content and issues. Just goes to show that passion comes from within.
Here's the audio documentary: http://www.flickr.com/photos/jacobzinn/6329083219/in/set-72157628091829552# |
Peace and Reconciliation in the Caprivian Strip.
This is the note I got from a student upon the final submission of his blog prepared to communicate his goal for peace and reconciliation in his former homeland. His efforts and stories moved the entire class. I'm proud to share his work here.
___________________ "Prof, For the last 10 years, i have always wanted to do this, having my own site that can be used to spread the message of peace and reconciliation. I have , at some point, paid money just to have something going but failed. This class has helped me realize my passion with the greatest tool of all - an online site. I have spent so many hours working on it, and it will be a site I use for many years to come. The site is already registered. Thank you for leading me, and allowing me to explore my passion. It is a site that tells a story I have lived, experienced, and working towards finding a political solution. Please, this is my individual project, the link: http://www.freecaprivianpoliticalprisoners.net/index.html Thank you, Joseph Muchali |