88 10 1657 https://ricovidarchive.org/files/original/382b377619f3baf2fdc2b85a66941f9f.jpg 03c156215b11365bbdf7eb24a68b68bf Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title What would you title this item? Mask Up RI Description What is it all about? Mask Up RI is an initiative to promote the importance of masking up during this Covid-19 pandemic. Showcasing Rhode Island citizens wearing masks and doing their duty for the health of others and themselves. Still Image This could include any kind of visual item. For example: photographs, paintings, drawings or maps. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title What would you title this item? Lisa Watson, Founder of The Juice Girl Creator Who created this item? @mask_up_ri Date When was this item created? 2020-04-24 Description What is it all about? Portrait posted to Instagram as part of the @mask_up_ri initiative created by StyleWeek Northeast (@styleweek), RMO Public Relations (@rmopublicrelations), Providence Warwick Convention & Visitors Bureau (@goprovidence) and Rhode Island Commerce (@ricommerce). #RhodeIsland, #MaskUpRI, #MaskUp, #WeAreRhodeIsland, #DoYourDuty Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant Rhode Island Publisher Are you submitting this on behalf of someone else? @mask_up_ri Language A language of the resource English Masks https://ricovidarchive.org/files/original/c004fb48e23eab19dd88acc44dc77667.jpeg 1451065d204459dd0671fc885d3e9f51 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title What would you title this item? Public Contributions Description What is it all about? Crowdsourced stories, images and recordings that reflect the individual experiences of Rhode Islanders during the COVID-19 pandemic of 2020. Still Image This could include any kind of visual item. For example: photographs, paintings, drawings or maps. Creator Who created this item? This might be you or someone else. Please list the full name or "anonymous" if you prefer Heather Cole Date When was this created? March-May 2020 Location Where was this item created? Warwick, RI Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title What would you title this item? List of birds observed in my yard, Spring 2020 Description What is it all about? There are a number of large old trees in my yard, and while working from home over the past few months I've been able to observe all of the local wildlife more closely. I was never a birdwatcher before, but lately I've been awed by the variety of birds who live here or are passing through. It's a lovely respite from daily stress, or even just all the Zoom meetings, to look up and watch the birds. Birds Nature Warwick Yards https://ricovidarchive.org/files/original/b4e1837ae4499e64143bbc2b8cdb5755.MOV 41003fae480946a5662d1923ca8d7e85 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title What would you title this item? Public Contributions Description What is it all about? Crowdsourced stories, images and recordings that reflect the individual experiences of Rhode Islanders during the COVID-19 pandemic of 2020. Moving Image A series of visual representations imparting an impression of motion when shown in succession. Examples include animations, movies, television programs, videos, zoetropes, or visual output from a simulation. Location Where was this item created? The Wilbor House Museum, Little Compton, RI 02837 Language What language is it in? English Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title What would you title this item? Little Compton Historical Society Two-Minute-Tours Creator Who created this item? Little Compton Historical Society Description What is it all about? When things started to look bad, Little Compton Historical Society decided to make simple Two-Minute-Tours of the Wilbor House Museum and other local historic sites in an effort to stay engaged with the organization's audience and provide a little diversion. There are about 30 videos now. Marjory's kids operate the camera. A number of them have over 100 views on Facebook and they are available on Youtube. Galleries & museums Internet Little Compton Social distancing https://ricovidarchive.org/files/original/f29762179d7c935d4c1462e0e71ef6e8.jpg 4b499949c63c0e3f704f33b121ef62ee Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title What would you title this item? Public Contributions Description What is it all about? Crowdsourced stories, images and recordings that reflect the individual experiences of Rhode Islanders during the COVID-19 pandemic of 2020. Still Image This could include any kind of visual item. For example: photographs, paintings, drawings or maps. Creator Who created this item? This might be you or someone else. Please list the full name or "anonymous" if you prefer Anonymous Date When was this created? 4/11/20 Location Where was this item created? Pleasant Valley Parkway, Providence Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title What would you title this item? Little Free Library Description What is it all about? A little free library on Pleasant Valley Parkway in Providence, set up while public libraries are closed due to coronavirus. Libraries Neighbors Sidewalks https://ricovidarchive.org/files/original/b12f01de3ad2cf805ef8ed92d32efe15.jpg c455c2dded504a9637d8da1a4da6402d Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title What would you title this item? Mask Up RI Description What is it all about? Mask Up RI is an initiative to promote the importance of masking up during this Covid-19 pandemic. Showcasing Rhode Island citizens wearing masks and doing their duty for the health of others and themselves. Still Image This could include any kind of visual item. For example: photographs, paintings, drawings or maps. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title What would you title this item? Little Maven Lemonade Creator Who created this item? @mask_up_ri Date When was this item created? 2020-04-11 Description What is it all about? Portrait posted to Instagram as part of the @mask_up_ri initiative created by StyleWeek Northeast (@styleweek), RMO Public Relations (@rmopublicrelations), Providence Warwick Convention & Visitors Bureau (@goprovidence) and Rhode Island Commerce (@ricommerce). #RhodeIsland, #MaskUpRI, #MaskUp, #WeAreRhodeIsland, #DoYourDuty Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant Rhode Island Publisher Are you submitting this on behalf of someone else? @mask_up_ri Language A language of the resource English Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title What would you title this item? Public Contributions Description What is it all about? Crowdsourced stories, images and recordings that reflect the individual experiences of Rhode Islanders during the COVID-19 pandemic of 2020. Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Text Write a memory, journal entry, essay, list, poem, or story below. You can attach a file below if you'd prefer. As far as I can remember, there has never been a time where I have had to be away from my family and those I love. I have always been able to see them as frequently or as little as I wanted. The future of the world/planet seems so uncertain at this time and it’s hard to predict what’s in store... I do think that things will get worse before they get better. One of the dreams I have for my child is definitely a world without covid and so many restrictions. I dream of the day where we/he can go outside again and not have to wear a mask, or not have to be so aware of not touching surfaces, and having to maintain distance from others. For future generations, I would like them to know that this year has been one of the hardest we’ve had to endure. (In my opinion)... I would also like for them to keep this year in the back of their minds, just incase something like this were to ever happen again they can be better prepared. My relationship with uncertainty can be labeled as tragic. I dislike not knowing or not being able to envision what will happen next. It’s definitely not a good feeling. Distance seems unbelievably hard right now. Ever since covid started I think we have all become a lot more conscious about those we can’t see or talk to due to the distance. In regards to time, there are days that seem to fly by for me and there are also days that feel extremely long. Thankfully everyone who I would consider essential in my life are near by and with the help of technology we have been able to maintain contact. My house definitely feels crowded. Although there aren’t many of us in the home, there are days when there doesn’t seem to be enough space for everyone. Seeking alone time for me usually looks like taking a drive, or sitting in my basement for a little bit. Something kind that my son and I did recently was to empty out his toy boxes and donate them ! Especially with Christmas being around the corner it was the perfect time. A message that I would tell myself a year ago would be, to appreciate the time I have with others a little more. things that I’m worried about would be; My child’s academic journey My family’s well being My place of employment The future Things that I am grateful for; Having family close by All of us within the household being healthy Having steady income Having food on the table Date When was this created? 12/03/2020 Location Where was this item created? Providence Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title What would you title this item? Living through COVID Creator Who created this item? Celeste Rosales Language A language of the resource English https://ricovidarchive.org/files/original/4968d0d7e294c953379d9c8400a17146.pdf 6fa3b3656927bdbb4ef6abf9912a966e Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title What would you title this item? Public Contributions Description What is it all about? Crowdsourced stories, images and recordings that reflect the individual experiences of Rhode Islanders during the COVID-19 pandemic of 2020. Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Date When was this created? April-May 2020 Location Where was this item created? Moses Brown School, Providence, RI (02906) Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title What would you title this item? Living Through History: The Journal of Polly Dickinson, a Moses Brown Middle School Student Creator Who created this item? Polly Dickinson Language A language of the resource English Description What is it all about? This is the slide journal of Polly Dickinson, 7th grader at Moses Brown School in Providence, RI. The journal was an optional project for students to complete during distance learning due to the COVID-19 pandemic and school closures. Diaries Distance education Families Food Internet Loneliness Providence Social distancing Students Summer https://ricovidarchive.org/files/original/05ab8027be99cebc8aa3bf64af637a1a.pdf b569531b23254564fe55b773275d30d6 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title What would you title this item? Public Contributions Description What is it all about? Crowdsourced stories, images and recordings that reflect the individual experiences of Rhode Islanders during the COVID-19 pandemic of 2020. Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Text Write a memory, journal entry, essay, list, poem, or story below. You can attach a file below if you'd prefer. It would be an understatement to state the obvious that the past 12–14 months have been unlike anything most of us have ever experienced. As a faculty member in Community and Public Health Promotion at Rhode Island College (RIC), I teach courses in epidemiology and health promotion, epidemics and pandemics are common subjects of discussion in my classes—be it epidemiology, health promotion, or introduction to public health. Little did I imagine that we would all become enmeshed in a pandemic, which may have fundamentally changed our lives forever. Indeed, even with the general successes of the vaccines, an enviable coverage in most developed nations, and the pandemic being on a retreat mode in much of the higher income countries, the global picture is concerning, to say the least. On an average, the world is still witnessing around half a million new COVID-19 cases and more than 10,000–15,000 deaths on a daily basis. <br /><br />The past 2–3 months have added another dimension to my experience. I am witnessing the coveted improvement in the COVID situation in the US juxtaposed with the disastrous state of affairs in my home country of India. This surreal experience of living through a dual reality—a parallel universe—is probably relatable to millions of individuals living, working, or studying in another part of the world away from home. At the same time, I am aware of my privilege of being away from the dire situation back home. <br /><br />One pertinent question relates to expectations about the next few months. The risk from different variants of the COVID-19 loom large, especially when we take into account the sub-par COVID-19 vaccine acceptance rates in many regions of the US amidst a very slow global vaccination rate, especially in lower income nations. It is likely that the lifting of restrictions notwithstanding, many will prefer to continue wearing face coverings when they are indoors and/or in close proximity with others. In addition, the observed co-benefits of face coverings in terms of less severe flu seasons during the pandemic can make it a long-term practice for many. I think that mask wearing will remain a common sight for a while at least. It is likely that as the proportion of fully vaccinated reach 80% or higher, we will feel more comfortable going back to the "normal". At the same time, we are already witnessing a semblance of pre-pandemic normalcy in all spheres of life. Sadly, not every part of the world is as lucky. <br /><br />We may be more inclined to have professional and/or social meetings outdoors, rather than indoors. Studying or working virtually or in a hybrid format may become more of a norm. Whereas many students may be more hesitant to stay in dorms and/or use communal dining facilities like the cafeteria, a number of faculty, staff, and students may not feel at ease in settings such as classrooms. We could see more hybrid and/or completely online course offerings in addition to the usual in-person learning, as well as more virtual meetings and social events. Many campus wide events such as convocations and commencements may continue to have a live streaming component. Meetings with advisees and office hours could also have a virtual component. <br /><br />It will be interesting to see whether the expectations pertaining to attendance and physical presence become somewhat more flexible. Even many students, particularly those who live with elderly members, or are caregivers for people with commodities and/or immunocompromised, or are at risk themselves may request that they be allowed to join classes virtually. I do not know if completely in-person courses may have, say, a Zoom component where students can join remotely in real time. However, we may see an increase in requests to get lectures recorded and uploaded for viewing later. <br /><br />Those who would not mind being in-person may feel deprived of the best quality learning experience if many courses are virtual. Students and their parents may feel they are not getting the best educational experience for their money especially in comparison with other courses or other majors with a higher proportion of fully in person courses. In general, proactive communication will become even more important between faculty and students. <br /><br />In my opinion, a welcome change in perspective might be an increased awareness of the universal learning design. The past 14 or so months have shown us that we can survive! Recorded lectures accessible to students seemed improbable on a mass scale. However, all of these were made possible and can hopefully be improved. <br /><br />Perhaps, those who will be in-person whether in classrooms or in housing for the first time in fall of 2021 will feel that as their first semester! College students will have to make the transition from having the flexibility of working and/or staying at home and get used to being available for the time, say, four or five courses one or two times a week for each course. <br /><br />In summary, the uncertainty is not going away anytime soon. It remains to be seen if humankind can work together to tap into the lessons learned from the COVID-19 pandemic to mitigate future emergencies. Will we learn the value of cooperation? Will we be more proactive in preventing and/or minimizing the impact of an emergency? Will the majority of elected officials and the public appreciate the importance of providing citizens with “safety nets” even during “normal times” so that they can have the means to weather a few rainy days? <br /><br />Only time will tell. <br /><br />Disclaimer: Views expressed above are the author’s personal and do not represent positions and/or opinions of Rhode Island College. Date When was this created? 06/12/2021 Location Where was this item created? Warwick, 02886 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title What would you title this item? Living through what I teach: Introspections on the COVID-19 experience and what lies ahead Creator Who created this item? Myself Language A language of the resource English Description What is it all about? This is a reflection based on my experiences through this pandemic https://ricovidarchive.org/files/original/f45f715d7d3233ae4d3b64b6e1f82e53.jpg 38079d0b34056bfbe7d10949ad8091fa Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title What would you title this item? Mask Up RI Description What is it all about? Mask Up RI is an initiative to promote the importance of masking up during this Covid-19 pandemic. Showcasing Rhode Island citizens wearing masks and doing their duty for the health of others and themselves. Still Image This could include any kind of visual item. For example: photographs, paintings, drawings or maps. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title What would you title this item? Liz Rochefort Creator Who created this item? @mask_up_ri Date When was this item created? 2020-05-06 Description What is it all about? Portrait posted to Instagram as part of the @mask_up_ri initiative created by StyleWeek Northeast (@styleweek), RMO Public Relations (@rmopublicrelations), Providence Warwick Convention & Visitors Bureau (@goprovidence) and Rhode Island Commerce (@ricommerce). #RhodeIsland, #MaskUpRI, #MaskUp, #WeAreRhodeIsland, #DoYourDuty Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant Rhode Island Publisher Are you submitting this on behalf of someone else? @mask_up_ri Language A language of the resource English Houses Masks https://ricovidarchive.org/files/original/d23e79d189b56d23fd823548b541cf65.jpg f381564b5c1a6922062f86ff61c86f41 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title What would you title this item? Mask Up RI Description What is it all about? Mask Up RI is an initiative to promote the importance of masking up during this Covid-19 pandemic. Showcasing Rhode Island citizens wearing masks and doing their duty for the health of others and themselves. Still Image This could include any kind of visual item. For example: photographs, paintings, drawings or maps. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title What would you title this item? Lizzie Blitz Creator Who created this item? @mask_up_ri Date When was this item created? 2020-04-14 Description What is it all about? Portrait posted to Instagram as part of the @mask_up_ri initiative created by StyleWeek Northeast (@styleweek), RMO Public Relations (@rmopublicrelations), Providence Warwick Convention & Visitors Bureau (@goprovidence) and Rhode Island Commerce (@ricommerce). #RhodeIsland, #MaskUpRI, #MaskUp, #WeAreRhodeIsland, #DoYourDuty Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant Rhode Island Publisher Are you submitting this on behalf of someone else? @mask_up_ri Language A language of the resource English