Thomas Patterson put his keen eye for storytelling to work on his terminal project for the humanitarian organization Mercy Corps en route to his Multimedia Journalism Master’s degree.
Updated on April 11, 2017
Story by Andra Brichacek
In the overarching story of what it take to make a difference in the world — whether that means helping the little guy, saving the planet or tackling huge issues like homelessness — corporations are often cast as the villain. Some big companies have been trying to flip that script, however, by leveraging their considerable resources to do good and to reach people with inspiring stories that make a real, positive impact.
Story by Richard PercyMohammad Alkhadher first got in touch with Laura Lo Forti through a Facebook group.“The faculty and cohort are always sharing opportunities on there, and I've always been interested in the history of north Portland,” he says. “So when I saw that they needed help on a story about the founder of the Portland Black Panther Party, I was all-in.”
Story and video by Richard Percy
Three years ago in Portland, Oregon, the U.S. Forest Service began a groundbreaking study into the Rose City’s air quality. Knowing that elemental concentrations found in moss reflect what's in the atmosphere, they were able to use samples of the plant to identify toxic chemicals plaguing the air, and in some cases, their sources.
Story and photos by Christian Hartwell. VideobyChristian Hartwell, Jing Wong, David Zupan and Nick Schuening.
“I felt numb. I didn't really know what to feel. I didn't even cry until I got on the bus the next day, and that’s when it all hit me,” Talilo Marfil said. He was talking about his son’s death.
