Stories from the Workshop
Real voices. Real growth.
These short films, portraits, and reels were created by students in our workshops—many with no prior media experience. Each one tells a story of insight, transformation, or identity.
We’re proud to spotlight their voices here.
Paths of Purpose
Created by Aya in a workshop designed to explore student’s spiritual identity and path at Lewis & Clark College. Made possibly by Lewis & Clark Spiritual Life an PDX Hillel.
“Making this video helped me realize the fullness, color, and music of my story.”
-Aya HiNawi
Athens
This digital story was created by our founder when studying with Story Center in Berkeley, CA. It explores the ideas of longing, home, and possibility.
“This experience helped me to realize that I had insights to share with the world.”
-Kyle Glenn
“The workshop gave students space to be creative and tell the stories they wanted to tell.”
Hilary Martin Himan, Chaplain and Director of Spiritual Life - Lewis & Clark College
“Creating this video was synchronous with my journey toward my most resonant self.”
Aya Hinawi, Student - Lewis & Clark College
“Kyle gave us new vocabulary—moment, emotion, and insight—that reshaped how students approached both storytelling and writing.”
Tommy Kane, Language Arts Teacher - Oregon Episcopal School