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A Photography Internship

By Kento Igarashi

By SUNY Oneonta

December 17^th, 2024

My Experience

"In fall 2024, as a student photographer during my media and communication internship at SUNY Oneonta, I captured dynamic images for events, campaigns and promotions. This role enhanced my skills in digital photography, editing and storytelling while collaborating with teams to elevate the university’s visual presence."

Club Expo

The Club Expo at SUNY Oneonta is a biannual event where student organizations showcase opportunities for involvement. Students can explore clubs, ask questions and sign up to join, making it a great way to connect and engage with campus life.

Mayor's Cup

The Mayor's Cup at SUNY Oneonta is an annual soccer tournament that celebrates the friendly rivalry between SUNY Oneonta and Hartwick College. Hosted in the fall, it features matches between the schools' men's and women's soccer teams, fostering community spirit and showcasing local athletic talent.

Hispanic Heritage Month 2024

SUNY Oneonta's Hispanic Heritage Month 2024 featured events celebrating Hispanic and Latino cultures, including performances, workshops, guest speakers and food tastings. These activities aim to foster inclusivity and cultural awareness.

City of the Hills Festival 2024

The City of the Hills Festival in Oneonta, NY, is an annual community event that celebrates the city's local culture, art and history. It features live music, food vendors, craft booths and family-friendly activities. The festival highlights Oneonta's vibrant community spirit and provides an opportunity for locals and visitors to come together and enjoy entertainment, shopping and cultural experiences.

Women’s Rugby Club

The SUNY Oneonta Women's Rugby Club is a student-led sports organization that provides an opportunity for women to participate in rugby, regardless of experience level. The club competes in collegiate rugby leagues and fosters teamwork, athleticism and personal growth. Members practice regularly, engage in competitive matches and build a supportive community around the sport. The club also promotes sportsmanship, leadership and empowerment for women in athletics at SUNY Oneonta.

DEI: Dr. Shawn Bushway

This DEI (Diversity, Equity and Inclusion) event featuring Dr. Shawn Bushway focused on themes such as social justice, inclusion and equity within the academic and broader community. SUNY campuses, including SUNY Oneonta, often hold events like this to engage students, faculty and staff in meaningful discussions about systemic inequities and fostering inclusive environments.

Dr. Shawn Bushway, a noted scholar and policy analyst, frequently explores the intersection of public policy, criminal justice and social equity. For more details on such events at SUNY Oneonta, the Office of Equity and Inclusion is a good resource, as it organizes and supports these initiatives.

Former NBA star Chris Herren

Chris Herren, a former NBA player, has an inspiring and powerful story of battling addiction. After a promising basketball career, Herren struggled with substance abuse, including alcohol and drugs, which led to personal and professional challenges. His addiction affected his relationships, career and health, but through perseverance and recovery, he turned his life around. Herren became sober and has since dedicated himself to helping others by sharing his story. He works as a motivational speaker, advocating for addiction recovery and mental health awareness, inspiring others to overcome challenges and pursue healing.

Javier Ávila “The Trouble with My Name”

Javier Ávila’s one-man show, "The Trouble with My Name," is a captivating and thought-provoking performance that explores themes of identity, culture and belonging. Ávila reflected on his personal experiences as a Latino man in the United States, navigating issues related to his name, heritage and the complexities of being both part of a cultural community and living in a predominantly different society. Through storytelling, humor and poignant reflections, Ávila invites the audience to consider how names and identities shape our experiences, often challenging stereotypes and offering a deeper understanding of the immigrant experience.

Study Abroad Fair

The SUNY Oneonta Study Abroad Fair is an event that provides students with information about study abroad opportunities. It features various programs, including semester-long and short-term options, allowing students to explore destinations, scholarships and resources available for studying internationally. The fair helps students learn about academic, cultural and travel experiences abroad, and connect with advisors and peers who have studied overseas.

Emma Haller

Emma Haller is a student at SUNY Oneonta majoring in Adolescence Education. She is from Greenville, NY, and is part of the Class of 2025.

Red's Closet Event

On National Coming Out Day, "Red's Closet" was placed on the quad and students were invited to draw on it and write positive messages. Different offices, clubs and resources were represented at tables.

As Time Goes By: Redlining, Kinship, and Environmental Justice

"As Time Goes By: Redlining, Kinship, and Environmental Justice" is a research presentation by Dr. Neha Khanna, hosted by SUNY Oneonta’s Sustainable Development Goals Speaker Series. This presentation delves into the impacts of historical redlining and kinship on environmental justice, specifically examining how marginalized communities, particularly those of color, experience disproportionate exposure to environmental pollutants. Dr. Khanna's research, based on survey data, explores how the legacy of redlining and family networks contribute to unequal pollution levels, offering new insights into the intersection of race, environment and health.

Oneonta Farmers Market

The Oneonta Farmers Market, running from May to November, offers fresh, local produce, baked goods, meats and crafts. SUNY Oneonta students often get involved through volunteering or supporting local vendors. The market provides a chance for students and the community to connect with local farmers and artisans while promoting sustainability.

Healthy Dragon

"Healthy Dragon" at SUNY Oneonta is part of the university's Health and Wellness Center, focusing on supporting students' mental, physical and emotional well-being. It offers resources and wellness programs to help students maintain a healthy lifestyle, manage stress and balance academic pressures.

Know Violence

At SUNY Oneonta, the "Know Violence" campaign works to raise awareness and educate students about the importance of preventing interpersonal violence, including sexual assault, stalking and domestic abuse. The campaign is a vital part of the university's efforts to create a safer and more supportive campus environment by providing students with resources, workshops and educational materials.

Oneonta Housing Summit

The Oneonta Area Housing Summit is a gathering of community leaders, government officials, developers, nonprofits and municipal representatives to discuss housing issues in the Oneonta area. The summit aims to create workgroups that can implement solutions to housing issues and offer resources and best practices.

Halloween Events

Back by popular demand this year, SUNY Oneonta's Halloween event is called Halloween in the Halls, and it includes trick-or-treating, a carnival and activities for children.

Documentary Photography: Madrid, Spain

SUNY Oneonta's annual Study Abroad Photo Contest features photographs taken by students who have traveled abroad. SUNY Oneonta also offers faculty-led field courses that allow students to explore other countries, including Spain.

"Twin Visions" by Sean Eaves

"Twin Visions" was a solo exhibition of double-exposure photographs by student Sean Eaves. Eaves digitally manipulated and overlaid two photographs to create images that are both familiar and haunting. The goal was to show that even when daily life seems boring, there is always something beautiful to see, if you look.

Project Open Call

Project Open Call: Fall 2024, was a group show featuring new work selected from SUNY Oneonta student submissions, featured in the university's Project Space Gallery.

First-Generation Celebration Week

National First-Generation Celebration Week is a week-long celebration of first-generation college students at the university. There were many events held.

Stuff-A-Dragon Event

The Red Dragon is the university's mascot, so building a miniature "Red" was a way to celebrate first-gen students and the community while fostering unity and excitement.

Life of the Mind

Life of the Mind (LOTM) is an annual showcase at SUNY Oneonta that celebrates the faculty's scholarly and creative work, teaching, service and other contributions to the campus community.

The Tempest

This production was a collaboration between the Theatre Department faculty and staff, and students from the Mask and Hammer Theatre Club. Featured was the university's most recent artist-in-residence, MaConnia Chesser, who played the role of Prospero.

MaConnia Chesser Discussion

Visiting guest actor MaConnia Chesser was the third participant in the university’s Artist-in-Residence Program. In between working on The Tempest script and auditioning for future roles, Chesser spent her days in Oneonta learning her lines and visiting classes like Audition Techniques, where she watched students perform monologues and dialogues and provided feedback. This was a special talk-back event.

Veteran’s Day Celebration

SUNY Oneonta's Veteran's Day Celebration is an annual event held to honor and recognize the service of veterans. The campus community reflected on the importance of Veteran's Day and the contributions of military service members.

Therapy Dog

Certified therapy dog "Tiny," a Saint Bernard owned by campus staff member Katherine Nelligan, often visits classes and clubs for mindfulness and destress events.

Student Concert

Performances allow music students to showcase their talent and the skills they develop in their courses and ensembles. The concerts often include solo recitals, ensemble performances (choirs, bands and orchestras), and student composition showcases.

Oneonta Holiday

The Holiday Market/Parade is an opportunity to support local businesses. This is a collaboration between Destination Oneonta and the Otsego County Chamber. Local businesses decorate or sponsor a tree to fit their business or a community theme.