Paula O.

Read, Dream, Discover

Blythe Broecker Creelan and her grandma, Polly Wilkerson Woodard graduated together from the CLSC, the oldest and continuous book club in America, on Aug. 2, 2017.

• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Video Editor - Documentary

Harvesting Honey

In a community in the region of Sédhiou, Senegal, mangoes and cashews are two of the main crops produced. Both types of tree require bee pollination for optimal development. Apiarist Méthia Mane and Peace Corps volunteer Tyler Beerley selected six members of the women's group, Nafa, to attend a three-day beekeeping training. The women's group, which owns a cashew orchard, will benefit from the sale of honey and improve cashew tree production. This project provided the knowledge and skills for attendees to start practicing sustainable beekeeping methods in their community.

• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Video Editor - Documentary

When Our Journey Splits

Tru Art is a non-profit dance company that provides hope for the inner city youth in Rochester, N.Y. Erickah Massey, 16, uses dance as a way to help her overcome personal barriers. This video showcases her journey both in and out of the dance studio.

• Video Editor - Documentary

How Jomo Tariku's Signature Nyala Chair Is Made

Jomo Tariku, industrial designer and owner of Jomo Furniture, LCC, shares his story of how his heritage and culture have shaped him into the designer he is today. He shares his experience with being a Black designer, creating the Nyala chair and his relationship with David Bohnhoff.