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CORBIN WISE THOMAS JEFFERSON UNIVERSIT Y

SELECTED WORKS 2023-2025

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collaboration, and leadership. I enjoy bringing ideas to life through thoughtful planning and creative problem-solving, and I’ve built valuable experience through volunteer work and mentoring others. My time in competitive sports has shaped my disciplined, team-focused mindset, and I’m passionate about creating meaningful, innovative design solutions that make a real impact.

CONTACT

Corbin Wise

corbin.p.wise@gmail.com

B.Arch 5 Year Program

717-575-0324

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARYPhiladelphia, PA, 19144

I'm a motivated architecture student with a strong background in design, collaboration, and leadership. I enjoy bringing ideas to life through thoughtful www.linkedin.com/in/ planning and creative problem-solving, and I’ve built valuable experience through volunteer work and mentoring others. Mycorbin-wise-336409288 time in competitive sports has shaped my disciplined, team-focused mindset, and I’m passionate about creating meaningful, innovative design solutions that make a real impact.

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EDUCATION WORK EXPERIENCES

Thomas Jefferson University

CABE Student Worker / NCARB Student Advisor

Philadelphia, PA, 19144

01/2024 – Present Philadelphia, PA Philadelphia, PA College of Architecture & the Built Environment Assisted faculty with organizing files, supplies, and class materials.

Bachelor of Arts in Architecture Supported outreach by updating boards, sharing info, and managing emails.

3.7hours | Dean’s List (2 years) | Faculty & Merit Assist Students in exploring andGPA: logging for NCARB.

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Mister Carwash

corbin.p.wise@gmail.com 717-575-0324

EDUCATION

Thomas Jefferson University Philadelphia, PA Bachelor of Arts in Architecture GPA: 3.7 | Dean’s List (2 years) | Faculty & Merit Scholarships

Ephrata High School Ephrata, PA Summa cum laude | Captain; Rifle & Robotics Teams | National Honor Society

AP Courses: Computer Science Principles, European History, Seminar, Micro Macro Economics

AWARDS

Excellence in Writing Award Thomas Jefferson University; 2025 J. Harry Hibshman Scholarship Award Ephrata High School; 2023 Gertrude and Clarence Mellinger Scholarship Ephrata High School; 2023 The Wolf Foundation for Education Award Ephrata High School; 2023 The William F. Brossman Scholarship Award Ephrata High School; 2023 Sportsmanship and Think Award VEX Robotics Competition: 2023 Ephrata Athletics Award Ephrata High School; 2020-23

SKILLS

Rhino 7 | Revit | Adobe Products | 3D Printing | Laser Cutting | Microsoft Products Positive Attitude | Team Collaboration | Organization & Efficiency | Problem-Solving |Community Engagement | Time Management | Networking

Scholarships Guest Service Specialist / Trainer

04/2023 – 11/2024

Ephrata High SchoolEphrata, PA

Delivered excellent customer service, achieving high satisfaction rates.

Ephrata, PA to repeat business.

Resolved customer issues efficiently, contributing

Assistant Sous Chef Columbia Kettle Works

Summa cum laude | Captain; Rifle & Robotics Teams | 03/2022 – 09/2022 National Honor Society Adamstown, PA

Inghams Powder Coating

Seminar, Micro Macro Economics

06/2022 – 09/2022 Stevens, PA

AWARDS

Operated warehouse machinery, maintaining high safety standards.

Streamlined order processing, Excellence improving efficiency. in Writing Award

Thomas Jefferson University; 2025 MORE EXPERIENCES J. Harry Hibshman Scholarship Award American Institute of Architecture Students 08/2023 Ephrata High School; 2023 – Present Philadelphia, PA Member Gertrude and Clarence Mellinger Scholarship Participated in workshops, seminars, and networking events to stay informed Ephrata High School; 2023 about trends in architecture and sustainable design practices.

Thechallenges Wolf Foundation for Education Award Collaborated with peers on design and community projects, contributing creative ideas andEphrata architectural knowledge.

High School; 2023 National Art Honors Society The William F. Brossman 08/2021 –Scholarship 06/2022 Award Ephrata, PA Secretary Ephrata High School; 2023 Managed organizational records, ensuring confidentiality and efficiency.

Sportsmanship and Think Award Scheduled and coordinated meetings, optimizing time management.

VEX Robotics Competition: 2023 Ephrata Robotics Team 08/2019 – 06/2023 Ephrata Athletics AwardEphrata, PA Co-Captian Ephratafostering High School; 2020-23 Led team in practices and competitions, teamwork and accountability.

Collaborated with coaches to optimize team performance.

Attended World Championships as lead engineer in Dallas, Texas 2023

Sigma Nu Mu Pi Volunteer

CABE Student Worker / NCARB Student Advisor

01/2024 – Present Philadelphia, PA College of Architecture & the Built Environment Assisted faculty with organizing files, supplies, and class materials.

Supported outreach by updating boards, sharing info, and managing emails.

Assist Students in exploring and logging hours for NCARB.

Guest Service Specialist / Trainer Mister Carwash

04/2023 – 11/2024 Ephrata, PA

Delivered excellent customer service, achieving high satisfaction rates.

Resolved customer issues efficiently, contributing to repeat business.

Assistant Sous Chef Columbia Kettle Works

03/2022 – 09/2022 Adamstown, PA

Assisted in culinary preparations, collaboration, and enhancing service quality.

Maintained a clean and safe kitchen environment, upholding high standards.

Warehouse Worker Inghams Powder Coating

06/2022 – 09/2022 Stevens, PA

Operated warehouse machinery, maintaining high safety standards.

Streamlined order processing, improving efficiency.

AP Courses:

Assisted in culinary preparations, collaboration, and enhancing service quality.

Computer Science Principles, European History, Maintained a clean and safe kitchen environment, upholding high standards.

Warehouse Worker

WORK EXPERIENCES

SKILLS

01/2024 – Present| 3D Printing | Rhino 7 | Revit | Adobe Products Philadelphia, PA Laser Cutting | Microsoft Products

Organized and supported community events, creating an inclusive environment.

Positive Attitude | Team Collaboration | Organization & Boosted donations through fundraising campaigns Efficiency | Problem-Solving Built partnerships with nonprofits for greater community impact. |Community Engagement |

Time Management | Networking

MORE EXPERIENCES

American Institute of Architecture Students Member

08/2023 – Present Philadelphia, PA

Participated in workshops, seminars, and networking events to stay informed about trends in architecture and sustainable design practices.

Collaborated with peers on design challenges and community projects, contributing creative ideas and architectural knowledge.

National Art Honors Society Secretary

08/2021 – 06/2022 Ephrata, PA

Managed organizational records, ensuring confidentiality and efficiency.

Scheduled and coordinated meetings, optimizing time management.

Ephrata Robotics Team Co-Captian

08/2019 – 06/2023 Ephrata, PA

Led team in practices and competitions, fostering teamwork and accountability.

Collaborated with coaches to optimize team performance.

Attended World Championships as lead engineer in Dallas, Texas 2023

Sigma Nu Mu Pi Volunteer

01/2024 – Present Philadelphia, PA

Organized and supported community events, creating an inclusive environment.

Boosted donations through fundraising campaigns Built partnerships with nonprofits for greater community impact.

ABOUT ME Hi, I’m Corbin Wise—a third-year architecture student at Thomas Jefferson University. I grew up in Ephrata, Pennsylvania, a small town full of historic charm and rural landscapes that sparked my early love for design and the built environment.

Creativity has always been a big part of who I am.

Whether it’s painting, sketching, digital art, or photography, I’m constantly exploring new ways to express ideas visually. Lately, I’ve been looking into a custom minor including graphic design, digital photography, and animation to expand how I think about space, storytelling, and how design connects to real-world experiences.

At Jefferson, I’m involved with the College of Architecture and the Built Environment (CABE), where I help organize events and support student initiatives. I enjoy collaborating with others, taking on leadership roles, and learning through handson experience. I’m always looking for ways to grow—not just as a designer, but as someone who’s excited to make a meaningful impact through creative work.

CONTENTS 01 CULINARY EDUCATION CENTER 02 GLENDINNING ROCK GARDEN 03 VISUALIZATION NARRATIVE 04 PASSIVE WALL SECTION 05 INVISIBLE CITIES

06 CODEX 07 RAVENHILL INTERVENTION 08 INHABITED CUBE 09 PHOTOGRAPHY DIGITAL & PERSONAL 10 VISUAL CREATIONS

01 CULINARY EDUCATION CENTER

DESIGN 4 SPRING 2025 PROF. IVANO D’ANGELLA 6

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PROJECT STATEMENT

Sharswood’s Community Education Center is a project that lets us imagine what education can be beyond books—something rooted in culture and community.

Sharswood is ready for growth, and here, food is at the center of it. Inspired by research into the food culture and success of East Passyunk, this hub is designed to be a place where people can come together to learn, cook, grow, and share. It’s more than just an educational space—it’s a place where neighbors can connect, chefs can inspire, and food entrepreneurs can find real opportunity. Students have access to a demonstration kitchen and an entire second floor filled with books, classrooms, conference spaces, and study rooms. Chefs can use the kitchens to teach and host events, and entrepreneurs can rent out space after learning the craft to take their ideas further. A series of village-style ghost kitchens offers flexible, low-cost options for small food businesses to start up, test, and grow. All of this is surrounded by green space—including a greenhouse-style courtyard with layered terraces where food can be grown year-round and enjoyed together.

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“ROOTED”

Sharswood is ready for growth, and food will be the heart of it. Inspired by the success of East Passyunk, introducing a innovative Culinary Education and Community Hub—a gathering place for people to learn, cook, grow, and share food. This is more than just a place to learn; its a community hub where neighbors can connect, chefs can inspire, and food entrepreneurs can thrive. By investing in Sharswood’s culinary culture, we can create jobs, opportunities, and a vibrant food scene that brings the community to life.

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VEGETATION

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3RD FLOOR

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02 GLENDINNING ROCK GARDEN

DESIGN 5 FALL 2024 PROF. ANDREW HART 12

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PROJECT STATEMENT This observational tower for Glendinning Rock Garden is all about creating a deeper connection between people and nature. Designed through detailed site analysis, the project focuses on drawing visitors in from the surrounding landscape and guiding them up into the tree canopy. It’s not just about the view—it’s about the experience of moving through space, crossing thresholds, and discovering new perspectives with every level. The tower is meant to feel like it grows from the garden itself, blending into the environment while offering quiet moments to pause, look out, and reflect. Each platform is shaped by the canopy it meets, giving visitors a layered, changing view of the garden and reminding them how perspectives shifts our sense of place.

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FREQUENTLY USED ROUTES

CIRCULATION

SOLAR LOGIC 6:00 PM

DUSK

12:00 PM

SUNLIGHT

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SHADOW DAWN

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1. ABOVE CANOPY

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2. UPPER CANOPY

3. LOWER CANOPY

PLAN 1/8” = 1’

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The tower, a statement piece that stands out as a beacon of opportunity, draws both the environment and people in, inviting curiosity and discovery. New viewpoints are provided by each level, which elevates guests above the canopy to reveal the park, bridge, river, and surrounding area in a new lens. The tower offers a singular experience through the landscape by drawing visitors deeper into its layers rather than pushing them outward. The platforms encourage introspection and a sense of purpose as they grow with each ascent.

The elevator and staircase serve as a guide through the dense canopy, revealing the distinct views of each floor before arriving at its peak for a panoramic view that perfectly encapsulates Glendinning Park's multilayered beauty.

1. ABOVE CANOPY

2. UPPER CANOPY

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4. LOWER CANOPY

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03 VISUALIZATION NARRATIVE

VISUALIZATION 3 FALL 2024 PROF. EMMA MENDEL 16

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PROJECT STATEMENT + PLAY

Plan of ‘Parque Del Este’

by Roberto Burle Marx

Panels by Roberto Burle Marx on site

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Iteration 1: Warm Colors

Iteration 2: Guide Lines

Iteration 3: Cool Colors Initial Perspective Lines

TOPO LINES

SURFACE WIREFRAME

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Perspectives Linework

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This project started with a real park— its topography, textures, and quiet moments shaped the foundation for a playscape that felt rooted in place. From there, I focused on capturing specific moments through perspective drawings, letting those views guide the atmosphere and spatial tone. That’s where the narrative began to unfold—organically, through iterations and exploration. What started as form became story. Each layer of the process—models, diagrams, renderings—added depth and brought the imagined world into focus. The digital tools weren’t just used to visualize, but to shape feeling and meaning. This project reflects how observation and imagination can work together to build an experience that feels alive—where design and story move hand in hand to create something people can truly step into.

At the heart of the story is the viewer, cast as a quiet warrior facing mythical creatures—each one a symbol of life’s everyday struggles. These figures guard the Comic Gate, a glowing threshold that represents self-fulfilment and personal goals. The journey isn’t about victory— it’s about persistence, reflection, and the courage to keep moving forward.

Iteration 4: Combination

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Collage Iteration 1: Western - “Travel”

Perspective Final Narrative 18

Collage Iteration 2: Space - “Disappear”

Collage Iteration 3: Mythology - “Illuminate”

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FILTERED ITERATIONS

Perspective Inclusion in Surface Topography 19

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04 PASSIVE WALL SECTION PROJECT STATEMENT

This project involved creating a detailed passive wall section focused on maximizing thermal efficiency. Building upon a previous non-passive wall design, I researched the R-values of key materials for the roof, wall assembly, and foundation. Through precise heat loss calculations, I optimized the assembly to minimize thermal bridging and enhance insulation performance. The goal was to develop a wall system that aligns with passive design principles, balancing energy efficiency with practical construction considerations. This process deepened my knowledge of thermal performance, material characteristics, and the importance of accurate analysis in sustainable architectural design.

Roof Insulation: R-57.57 1/2 Plywood Sheathing: R-0.63 9 Closed-cell Polyurethane Spray Foam: R-54 Insulation Baffle: R-0 Self-Adherded: R-2.5 Asphalt Shingles: R-0.44

TECH 2 SPRING 2025 PROF. TODD RUBIO

Corbin Wise / Rubio / Tech II / Wall Section

Asphalt Shingles Polyurethane Spray Foam Self-Adherded Sheathing Insulation Baffle Ceiling Board/Joist Soffit Vent Space Wall Insulation: R-27.91 Brick Veneer: R-0.51 Vapor Barrier (Outside): R-0.2 Weather Resistant Membrane: R-5 2 Plywood Sheathing: R-2.50 6 Open-cell Polyurethane Spray Foam: R-21.6 5/8 Gypsum Board: R-0.6 Brick Veneer Trim Detail Gypsum Board Window Jamb Glass Stud Polyurethane Spray Foam Sheathing Vapor Barrier Weather Resistant Membrane

Foundation Insulation: R-41.2 Vapor Barrier (Inside): R-0.2 Cement Foundation: R-1 2 Perimeter Insulation: R-40 TNG Floorboards Perimeter Insulation Cement Foundation Ground (Dirt)

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Tech II: Passive Wall Section (OAF and IAF Included in Totals = 0.9 Combined)

Roof: 1/2 “Asphalt Shingles 1/2” Plywood Sheathing | R = 1.25 1” Air Gap 10” Batt Insulation | R = 30 2” Rigid Cellulose Board | R = 7.6 5 1/2“ Polystyrene Spray Foam | R = 19.8 5/8” Gypsum Board | R = 9 Total R Value = 67.65 Wall: 1/2” Vinyl Siding | R = 0.5 1/2” Plywood Sheathing | R = 1.25 1/16“ Waterproof Membrane | R = 0.35 2” Rigid Cellulose Board | R = 7.6 4” Batt Insulation | R = 13 1/2” Plywood Sheathing | R = 1.25 5 1/2” Polystyrene Spray Foam | R = 19.8 5/8” Gypsum Board | R = 9 Vapor Barrier Metal Flashing Bracket Total R Value = 52.75 Foundation: Tongue and Groove Flooring with Plywood 8 3/4” Batt Insulation | R = 25 1/2” Plywood Sheathing | R = 1.25 3” Rigid Cellulose Board | R = 11.4 Backfill Service Partition Board | R = 6 2” Rigid Cellulose Board | R = 7.6 Concrete Slab Drainage Layer 2” Rigid Cellulose Board | R = 7.6 Poured Concrete Footing Total R Value = 59.75 Corbin Wise

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05 INVISIBLE CITIES CROSS SECTION A

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DESIGN 1 FALL 2023 PROF. SHANNON MCLAIN

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PROJECT STATEMENT Inspired by Italo Calvino’s Invisible Cities, this project brought to life the city of Eutropia—a place where the landscape itself tells a story. Drawing from the book, Eutropia is a city caught in constant motion, shaped by the desires and restlessness of its inhabitants. Using action words from the assigned chapter, I transformed the environment to reflect that restless energy. My city takes the form of a giant chessboard, where people move from platform to platform, always chasing something new but never quite satisfied. The chess pieces stand as statues, symbolizing the many choices and moves we make in life, while the benches trace the paths these pieces follow—a metaphor for our own journeys.

At the very top, the pawn watches over it all, a reminder that we each start as pawns in our own story—and it’s up to us to make every move count.

This project showed me how storytelling can guide design to create spaces that truly reflect how people live and interact. By focusing on programming and modeling, I learned to turn ideas into practical solutions that enhance both function and experience.

The design of the benches situated on the platforms, adorned with chess pieces, draws inspiration from the permissible movements of chess pieces within the game.

Chess pieces serve to distinguish platforms, each functioning as distinct central statues on six of them. These pieces contribute to introspective spaces, evoking varied emotions among the individuals present.

Stairs serve as the primary transition points within the landscape. They are the sole elements facilitating connections between various elevations, acting as the bridges that unite the otherwise disconnected.

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06 CODEX

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PROJECT STATEMENT This project designs a container for a CODEX—a space that reflects stories of growth and resilience. Inspired by a staircase narrative where each page is a step toward self-fulfillment, surrounding columns represent doubts that transform into supports as you rise. Drawing from Rocky Stories

by Michael Vitez and the symbolism of Philadelphia’s Rocky Steps, the design captures the emotional journey of overcoming challenges. Through modeling and collaboration, I learned to create spaces that tell meaningful stories and build a community rooted in hope and strength.

PLAN VIEW

CONTEXTUAL DIAGRAM

CONTEXTUAL DIAGRAM

SECTION A

HARDSHIP - ACTION - INSPIRATION - OPPORTUNITY - LEGACY - SUCCESS

HARDSHIP - ACTION - INSPIRATION - OPPORTUNITY - LEGACY - SUCCESS

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EXPLODED AXON

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07 RAVENHILL INTERVENTION

DESIGN 2 SPRING 2024 PROF. ALEXANDRA ZAHN

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PROJECT STATEMENT After a careful site analysis of a historic location on the Thomas Jefferson Campus, I developed an architectural intervention that responds thoughtfully to the existing context. This design explores the dialogue between the building and its surroundings through spatial flow, material choices, and programmatic balance.

Circulation paths guide the gentle curvature of the walls, creating a natural rhythm that connects spaces seamlessly.

Warm, social areas feature taller walls and open curves, inviting gathering and connection, while cooler, quieter zones have lower ceilings and more intimate enclosures for focused study. The interplay of form, movement, and temperature shapes the experience—creating a building that feels alive, responsive, and thoughtfully tuned to both community and solitude.

NORTHEAST VIEW

PLAN VIEW

SCALE; 1/2’’ = 1’

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Person A; - Prefers warmer temperatures

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ELEVATION TEMPERATRUE ANALYSIS

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EXPLODED AXON (SW)

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08 INHABITED CUBE

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PROJECT STATEMENT This project explores inhabiting a space born from a folded cube, carving out a dynamic void that invites movement and reflection. Focused on planar exploration, thresholds, and moments of pause, the design guides users through a journey of experience and choice. The flow through planar spaces and thoughtful interventions transforms the environment into a narrative of life’s cycle. The journey begins in mystery—walls obscure what lies within, like birth itself. From there, paths unfold: one leads to an overhang symbolizing stagnation, while another descends a freeform hill, offering the freedom to embrace life’s many possibilities.

The final ascent brings you to a reflective plane—a central void framing light and space, a moment to pause, look back, and find meaning in the journey.

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10 VISUAL CREATIONS

ADV. PAINTING SPRING 2022 MRS. WHITNEY YEO-BABIN

OIL PAINTING: “DONT NEED ROADS” The car floats forward, though there is no path.

No pavement. No signs.

Just sky — wide, warm, endless.

The road has ended, but something greater has begun.

A journey shaped not by maps, but by the courage to move anyway.

Colors stretch across the horizon, blurring what is and what could be.

Up here, direction is a feeling.

And the sky?

It’s not a limit — it’s a beginning.

ADV. PAINTING 2 SPRING 2023 MRS. WHITNEY YEO-BABIN

MIXED MEDIA: “PREVAIL” Born of rupture, this painting breathes through the weight of silence.

Drips become echoes. Bursts of color, small rebellions.

There is no form — only feeling.

Pain moves, and in movement, it transforms.

This is not a wound.

It is the mark of having endured.

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ADV. PAINTING 2 SPRING 2023 MRS. WHITNEY YEO-BABIN

MIXED MEDIA: “TOO SERIOUS” A golden frame stands rigid—society’s rules, perfection, control. Inside, a skater pigeon: unbothered, offbeat, real. While the world drips with pressure, chaos, and pretense, you roll through it all, refusing to fit the frame. Life’s too serious.

Be the change.

ADV. PAINTING 2 SPRING 2023 MRS. WHITNEY YEO-BABIN

OIL PAINTING: “INTERVALS” Between each block lies a breath.

Not silence, but suspension—moments paused.

A hummingbird frozen.

A mantis poised in thought.

A crab adrift in a blue hush.

A frog waiting on the edge of leap.

ADV. PAINTING SPRING 2022 MRS. WHITNEY YEO-BABIN

OIL PAINTING: “DARE TO BLOOM” Petals pulse where thought once sat.

A hand clutches chance—quiet, trembling.

The suit, a shell.

The risk, a rupture.

Becoming is never safe.

Each creature exists in its own frame of time, its own interval— between action and rest, exposure and concealment, observation and being observed.

Together, they form a quiet rhythm— four beats in nature’s pulse, each unique, each essential.

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DESIGN 4 SPRING 2025 PROF. IVANO D’ANGELLA

HISTORIC EAST PASSYUNK TIMELINE

As part of a broader site analysis and research project on East Passyunk Avenue, I chose to concentrate on specific themes—one of which was the area’s historical progression. I developed a detailed timeline from 1800 to the present, highlighting significant events at 50-year intervals to illustrate how historical moments shaped the neighborhood’s architecture and cultural fabric. In addition to tracing the past, the timeline includes a look ahead at proposed developments in nearby North Philadelphia. To complement my findings, I also conducted a SWOT analysis to evaluate the area’s evolving strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats.

Faculty: D’Angella | Students: Corbin Wise

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In addition to my historical research on East Passyunk, I created a video that captures the neighborhood as a dynamic, evolving community—highlighting both its rich past and its current character.

The video blends archival material, contemporary footage, and narrative context to show how East Passyunk’s identity has been shaped over time. To further support this story, I also developed a detailed demographic map featuring key data such as nationality, population density, and household income. These elements—alongside the timeline, video, and other custom graphics—came together to form a comprehensive visual and analytical contribution to the final Sharswood and East Passyunk research book.

WEBSI TE LINK https://sites.google.com/view/d4researchproject/home

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DESIGNS IN MOUNTINEER ROBOTICS As the lead engineer of the Ephrata Mountaineer Robotics Team, I played a key role in designing, building, and refining our competition robot for the 2023 VEX Robotics season. VEX Robotics hosts an annual global competition where student-led teams design robots to complete specific challenges, combining engineering, programming, and strategic gameplay. After a season of regional and state-level success, my team earned the opportunity to compete at the VEX Robotics World Championship in Texas, where we represented our school on the international stage. In addition to my engineering role, I also created the team’s shirt and logo designs, helping shape both our technical and visual identity.

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