People

Perspectives. Stories. Voices.

A Long Rebellion

A Long Rebellion



A man looks back on his life as an outlier. Continue reading

Ranjit Steiner hopes to qualify for the 2012 Paralympics in London.

Choosing Mobility



A young man undergoes a leg amputation to become active again. Continue reading

No One Dies Alone

No One Dies Alone



Volunteers provide companionship for patients nearing the end of their lives. Continue reading

The Tale of the Tail

The Tale of the Tail



A professional mermaid uses her fins to make a difference. Continue reading

Kevin Silagi made it all the way to Eagle Scouts before applying for his position at the park.

The Nature of The Job



A small number of people make the unconventional choice to venture away from mainstream society to live or work in total solitude. Continue reading

Sister Spinna Da Vinyl smokes a cigarette outside Crush at the Catechism Cafe with Sister Dixie Rupt. The Catechism Cafe is a monthly event that raises money for LGBTQ issues in the Portland, Oregon, area. Tonight they serve rabbit stew.

Sisters And Misters



A group of nontraditional nuns empowers the LGBTQ community and provides support for those in need. Continue reading

Mills steps on LTD bus.

Transit Captives



Many people with disabilities depend on public transportation to get around in an unsympathetic world. Continue reading

Tween Queen of Blues

Tween Queen of Blues



Savanna Coen, age twelve, is a passionate blues musician. She performs at a variety of venues around Eugene, Oregon. Continue reading

Nick Paola, a senior at the University of Oregon, decided to study abroad in Seville, Spain, in 2011 to fulfill his mother’s dream of finding her biological family.

Lost and Found



A young man travels to a foreign country to fill the gaps in his family tree. Continue reading

During Laureli’s birth, Andrews almost died during an emergency C-section and later found it hard to connect with her newborn.

Mommyhood Meets Cyberspace



How moms battle their baby blues by blogging. Continue reading