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Radio
Title
My Expectation Is That You Will Be Comfortable
Year
2021
How gynecologists learn to do a pelvic exam remains a mystery for many people. Behind the scenes is a community of trained lay people called Gynecological Teaching Associates (GTAs.) These individuals instruct medical students on how to give breast and pelvic exams with a patient-centered approach. However, numerous teaching hospitals still violate patient consent supposedly in the service of medical education. Hear directly from GTAs as they show students how to locate a cervix while interrogating the medical system.
Type
Writing
Title
Biddeford and Football
Year
1995
In Biddeford, the local high school football team offers the community a chance to rally around for a common goal. Kristina Thomas explores the importance of the Biddeford High School football team for the community, discussing the athletic program and the French community.
Type
published content
Title
Seeking Shelter From the War at Home
Year
2001
Coming from all backgrounds and walks of life, victims of domestic violence try to find sanctuary in shelters. Kate Lapides captures the stories of these victims.
Type
Multimedia
Title
Spirited History
Year
2013
Reenactors play out important parts of local history at the Eastern Cemetery through the group Spirits Alive. Elizabeth Jenkins profiles the work done by storyteller Lynne Cullen for her tours.
Type
Multimedia
Title
The Lucky One
Year
2014
As a survivor of the genocide in Darfur, El Fadel discusses the importance of sharing one's story. Kelsie Bohl documents El Fadel's story and the experience he had in Darfur.
Type
Radio
Title
I Know For Myself
Year
2006
Recounting her life in Darfur, Marwa Abdalla speaks about the opportunities that she has in the United States, and how the people in Darfur have nothing in comparison. Abdalla discusses the importance of getting an education while in the United States, and the dream of going to Darfur after the war is over.
Type
Multimedia
Title
Abundance of Energy: Videoprofile of Beatboxer Ben Toppi
Year
2015
Dealing with ADHD made it difficult for Ben Toppi to listen in school. Mette Lutzhoft profiles how Toppi turned all of his energy towards beatboxing to help him deal with his condition.
Type
Multimedia
Title
Next Whistle Starts the Jam- Alix Towler
Year
2017
A short film about the reasons players are drawn to the sport of roller derby, the power of the accepting and welcoming community they find, and an explanation of the rules and spirit of the sport.
Type
Radio
Title
Citizen Synforose
Year
2009
Leaving the Congo in 2000 because of poor conditions of living, Sunforose Rugema came to America as a refugee. Rugema speaks about her experiences in Congo, getting ready to leave the Congo, and how taking the U.S. citizenship test will change her life.
Type
Photography
Title
Refuge[e]
Year
2013
Yevonnie Lowe documents the challenges faced by African immigrants in Maine and how they balance two distinct cultures.
Type
Photography
Title
The Case, the Church, the Friends, and Their Dream Photographs
Year
2010
Aria Curtis captures images of Jessy, a young man who fights to promote the Dream Act.
Type
Photography
Title
Year of Firsts
Year
2007
Conceived to counteract the actions of the Westboro Baptist Church, a church that protests military funerals, the Patriot Guard Riders are comprised of veterans and people who have family serving in the military. Kelly Christian captures the work of the Patriot Guard Riders in Maine and their experiences with attending funerals and coping with death.
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