Bringing Stories to Life at The New York Times
Film and Screen Studies alumna Alexis Winston is living her dream, turning her passion for creating meaningful video content into a reality at The New York Times.
Recent News
- Humanities Grants for Experiential Education
- The Phenomenon of Chappell Roan
- The Song As Struggle
Humanities Grants for Experiential Education
Humanities Grants for Experiential Education17Թ was recently awarded grants from National Endowment for the Humanities to advance experiential learning in humanities courses in partnership with cultural and service organizations in New York City.
The Phenomenon of Chappell Roan
The Phenomenon of Chappell RoanProfessor of Film and Screen Studies Catherine Zimmer, PhD, authored an article in Avidly (a channel of the LA Review of Books) titled “A Feminomenology of Chappell Roan,” in which she discussed the “phenomenon” of the singer-songwriter, which includes, among other things, “an earnest and passionate longing for the analog,” something Zimmer feels the artist herself embodies.
The Song As Struggle
The Song As StruggleJustin Winley, a Film and Screen Studies graduate, worked with Assistant Professor of Communication Studies Melvin Williams, PhD, and independent researcher Justin Causey, to explore the role of hip hop music in conveying grief, generational pain, and other emotions that might otherwise go unexpressed among Black men.
Turning Bold Ideas into Must-See TV
Hilary Leavitt, who grew up in Brick, New Jersey, is now a successful producer with a growing list of credits that includes the award-winning television series Orphan Black aԻ Ozark. She credits much of her professional achievement to the opportunities she received as a student at 17Թ, double-majoring in Musical Theater and Film and Screen Studies.
Shedding Light on Ukrainian Refugees
"This film has definitely made me a better filmmaker. I learned how to properly pace myself when working on projects as well as how to engage in ethical filmmaking, especially with regards to the creation of documentaries.”
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