Archives for Session 2 Josh
The Eastern Slavic Community and Its Identity in Chicago’s “Ukrainian Village” neighborhood
Author: Byeongyeob Lee Program of Study: History, Social Sciences Division At the center of West Town, Chicago is a community of Eastern European, Slavic descendants called “Ukrainian Village” quietly keeping its traditions. While it is not as demonstrative in publicly exhibiting its ethnic identity compared to, for instance, the neighboring Puerto Rican population, a closer look at this district...
Finding Polish Downtown
Author: Fernando Rodriguez Molina Program of Study: Master of Laws (LLM), Law School Before I climbed the stairs of the Division “L” station, a part of me thought about emerging in the heart of Krakow, with St. Mary’s Basilica at sight. The reality, however, is that the place was quite the opposite: the Division-Milwaukee-Ashland intersection contained a triangled-shaped plaza...
Commuting in Chicago: the “L” Trains and Metra
Author: Weizhi Xue Program of Study: PhD in Chemistry, Physical Sciences Division (PSD) Description: A newcomer in Chicago, the author made detailed observations on Chicago’s commuter railway system, including the “L” and Metra. Listen to how he was stunned during his trip from Hyde Park to Chicago’s Loop, and how this journey was different and special to him… Listen...