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Broadcast News
Vietnam veteran memorialized over Rapid Creek
Reporting for KOTA News
Habitat for Humanity tackles housing costs,
accessibility for man with paralysis
Reporting for KOTA News
Journalistic Writing
Byzantine Rite offered at the University of Mary
Written for the UMary Encounter
The University of Mary shows different religious practices by bringing in a Byzantine Catholic priest to perform the Ukrainian Rite at the University Chapel.
Ministry on the Margins keeps its doors open during winter weather
Written for the UMary Encounter
From 64 to -5 degrees, Ministry on the Margins keep their doors open all night to keep those struggling without a home safe from the extreme cold.
Principal, 2 assistants to run private middle and high school at St. Thomas More
Written for KOTA News
St Thomas More Middle and High School will now have one principal running both schools with two assistant principals taking over different aspects of the school.
Academic Writing
Communicating Through a Bowl of Gumbo
Final Paper — CTH 325: Feasting & Hospitality
A simple bowl of gumbo isn't just food—it's an invitation into the rich, diverse history of Cajun and Creole culture. This paper reveals how culinary traditions like gumbo not only sustain communities but also communicate their deepest values, blending history, religion, and identity into every bite.
Cigarette Advertisement and its Effects on Children
Final Paper — COM 325: Propaganda, Misinformation, & Disinformation
Imagine a cartoon character as recognizable to children as Mickey Mouse—but instead of promoting happiness, he's selling cigarettes. This paper explores how Joe Camel and similar cigarette advertisements profoundly influenced adolescent smoking habits, revealing the powerful yet controversial role marketing plays in shaping youth behavior.
Live Production
UMary Undisclosed: Live Production
Created for Studio Production at the University of Mary
