YouMedia @ the Chicago Public Library
YouMedia @ the Chicago Public Library is a project focused on designing a multimedia,multipurpose center for teenagers at the Chicago Public Library. The aim is to create an environment in which teens can get excited about creating and not just consuming media.
The room will house YouMedia, a workshop-based program run by scholars from the University of Chicago and taught by volunteer mentors from the community. It will also provide a place where teens can hangout,explore new media, and develop a greater awareness of the library as a resource.
Vicki Poklemba and Cari Marty
Student Team:
Zikun Fan, Cory Garfin, Madhuri Koushik, Eun Jung Lee, Matt McLean, Michael Lewis, Harmon, Pollock
Project Team:
Amy Eshleman, Karim Adib, Bernie Nowakowski – Chicago Public Library
Nichole Pinkard, Akili Lee – Digital Youth Network
Jeff Bartle, Gary Heitz – Chicago Scenic Studios
Katie Salen – Institute of Play
Diana Rhoten – SSRC
Connie Yowell – MacArthur Foundation