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Eileen Fredericks, juvenile defender, part 1 »
As part of our ongoing coverage and in-depth analysis of incarceration and its effects on families, Eileen came to talk about her experiences and thoughts on important issues -
The Juvenile Detention Center by Carson »
As part of our ongoing series on incarceration and youth, the Youth on Assignment crew visited John Bauman, who supervises the facility. We were given a behind the scenes look at the holding area--the area where juveniles wait until it is decided whether detention is the right place for them. Carson filed this story. -
Is County Jail Hard for Families? »
Clare, Carson, and Sophie visited the county jail after suspecting it was difficult for families once someone goes to county.
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Helpers and Helpless in Dane County »
Will, Josh, and Patrick created this well-edited documentary during the Animals, Animals! assignment. The do a great job examining how each agency covered contributes to the welfare of animals. Please watch! -
Helpful Animal Organizations »
Produced from the Animals, Animals! assignment the early part of July, 2014, Solie, Katherine, and Taylor published this touching and well-written mini-documentary about the organizations of Dane County. They focus on the Henry Vilas Zoo, the Dane County Humane Society, and Heartland Farm Sanctuary. -
Fighting Animal Abuse in Dane County »
From Lizzy Clare and Kayla comes a mini-documentary about Animals and the organizations that care for them in Dane County. This impressive film is the result of hard work during the Animals, Animals assignment. Well done! -
Games teach science, by Sophie »
Sophie helped cover the Games Learning Society conference this summer. She filed this in depth story for our radio show on WSUM -
Can video games teach? By Clare and Carson »
Clare and Carson covered the GLS 10 conference hosted by the Games Learning Society. The mission of the society and the conference is to expand people's understanding of the ways gaming enhances learning. Check their impressive mini-documentary! -
The GLS Conference, by Josh and Sammy »
Josh and Sammy joined the Youth on Assignment crew covering the Games Learning and Scoeity conference the second week in June, 2014. They worked tirelessly and finished with this impressive mini-documentary about the conference. -
Eileen Fredericks, juvenile defender, part 1 »
As part of our ongoing coverage and in-depth analysis of incarceration and its effects on families, Eileen came to talk about her experiences and thoughts on important issues -
The Juvenile Detention Center by Carson »
As part of our ongoing series on incarceration and youth, the Youth on Assignment crew visited John Bauman, who supervises the facility. We were given a behind the scenes look at the holding area--the area where juveniles wait until it is decided whether detention is the right place for them. Carson filed this story. -
Max Dvorak performing at our WSUM Radio Show »
Max Dvorak is an impressively talented musician and song writer in the Madison, Wisconsin area. In addition to performing regularly, he also is an avid instructor. Our earlier guest, Alex, is one of Max's star pupil's. -
Pretty Boy Hefner Interview at WSUM »
Sam Wright, also known as Pretty Boy Hefner, was a special guest on our WSUM Radio show. He is an amazing 17 year old hip-hop musician from Madison, Wisconsin.
At Youth on Assignment, middle and high school students go on assignment to produce multi-media stories. Students of Youth on Assignment are trained to be youth journalists: producing, reporting, and filing stories for our rich media outlets. After reporting successfully, students can decide to train to be a contributor on our radio show or podcast series. Smart phones, laptop computers, tablets, and hand-held microphones make these on-location assignments possible like never before. Many of these stories are produced for our talk radio show on WSUM 91. 7 FM.
Climate Change Affects Severe Weather »
Climate change affects overall climate patterns and seasonal trends. Although it is hard to link climate change to individual weather events, there is a clear relationship between global warming and more severe weather
Global Warming by Mitchell and Wilson »
Wilson and Mitchell paired up as science documentarians during the Youth on Assignment summer science camps. The film visuals combine with a gripping soundtrack to make a strong case for immediate action.
Climate Change and What We Can Do… »
The younger generations are likely to feel the dire effects of climate change more than any other. They are asking us all to take action and do smart things to slow climate change. A great documentary by Clare, Carson, and Bella.
Global Warming by Josh and Zach »
Josh and Zach explore the effects of global warming and the role the University of Wisconsin plays in monitoring these effects. Thanks to Patrick Rowley of UW's AOS's Department.
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