Communicator with Strategic Insight | Designer | Advocate for Equity & Truth
Creative Media and Digital Culture Program, WSU-Vancouver, 2007-2011
This project explores how digital technologies can reinterpret 1960s poetry, specifically through "The 21st Century Brautiganism: A Visual Poem." Premiering in 2010, it combines video interpretations of Richard Brautigan’s "Love Poem," engaging audiences through varied emotional experiences. The initiative promotes poetic exploration via multimedia and interactive storytelling.
Senior Seminar Reflection, talking about Vancouver Arts LIVE as a potential non-profit organization to promote arts in Clark County, Washington. This project if taken into reality can potentially create an alternative public broadcasting for local community via the internet. read more on PROs and CONs of the project.
Dr. Edward H. Hagen's lecture challenges conventional views on depression, questioning the serotonin-centered model and suggesting depression may signal necessary change. He critiques current treatments' efficacy, emphasizing the role of social connections and personal growth in mental health. The discussion advocates for a more nuanced understanding of depression beyond chemical imbalances.
Social media has revolutionized the way we exchange information. Today, communication often happens through platforms like Twitter, blogs, podcasts, and other social media applications. Information is shared conversationally—through comments, tweets, and posts—broadcasting opinions into the world. Grassroots efforts like iReport are frequently criticized for reshaping journalism negatively by introducing amateur content into a traditionally professional …
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Introduction Social media has revolutionized how we exchange information. Nowadays, we communicate primarily through social media applications, sharing our thoughts in a conversational manner via comments, tweets, blogs, and podcasts. There is often a perception that grassroots efforts, such as iReport, negatively reshape journalism by introducing amateur content into the professional sphere. However, I question …
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As I watched Clay Shirky's TED talk, "How Social Media Can Make History," I found myself reflecting on how new forms of media challenge traditional narrative structures. In the past, communication followed a "one-to-many" model. However, with the advent of digital technology, we are now experiencing a "many-to-many" pattern. As we digitize books, TV programs, …
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Introduction Inspired by a lecture taught by Dr. Hagen, an anthropology professor at WSU Vancouver, I decided to share my notes on evolutionary psychology. The lecture explored themes of parenting, kinship, and reciprocal altruism, offering a fascinating glimpse into the trade-offs and conflicts that shape our relationships and behavior. Parenting: Trade-offs and Investments Parenting involves …
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The Evolution of Communication: Textuality vs. Iconography Textuality is the quality of text that conveys meaning, while iconography refers to the use of images to communicate. Are these two modes of expression really at odds—or do they represent an evolution in how we process and share ideas? From Letters to Stories Consider this: if I …
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Reading Response to: “The Work of Knowledge” Shared Knowledge"Discussing differences while standing on shared ground, we work towards understanding." This simple yet profound statement captures the collaborative nature of knowledge creation. Philosophers are often solitary thinkers, engaging in deep and structured reflection. However, conversations bring a unique dynamic. In a discussion, thoughts are less edited, …
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The blog assignment focuses on organizing content into two categories, Classwork and Homework, while navigating the complexities of tagging related posts. Tags serve as keywords linking content and will be refined by observing best practices from other bloggers. The goal is to provide insights on electronic media and information management.
Mikhail Oparin 