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2020 has been anything but ordinary. This year, the photo desk has had the unique experience of documenting life during a global pandemic. This year has brought us opportunities to visually capture the effects of a presidential election, nationwide civil unrest and wildfires across Oregon. A year ago, the Emerald’s photo edition featured photos from inside stadium-filled sports arenas and sold-out concert venues. This year we’ve had to learn a new normal. Although this year’s selection of photos may look different, we chose to continue the tradition with the third visual edition documenting the best images of the year. The importance of photojournalism is at an all-time high in 2020. Through lockdowns and quarantines, photographs have allowed people to be educated about what is happening in the world around them and stay connected with their communities. A photo has always said a thousand words. Right now, it says a million. We carefully chose these photos based on creativity, historical importance, technical quality and the image’s ability to tell a story and evoke feelings and emotions from the viewer. We hope these photos allow you to connect, feel and reflect on the past year in some way. The following Emerald photographers shot the photos in this collection: Will Geschke, Kimmy Harris, Maddie Knight, Madi Mather, Sarah Northrop, Maddie Stellingwerf, Summer Surgent-Gough, Kevin Wang, Marissa Willke and DL Young.
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ON THE COVER
A collage of Emerald photos. (Maddie Knight/Emerald) (Madi Mather/Emerald) (Marissa Wilke/Emerald) (Kimmy Harris/Emerald) (DL Young/Emerald) (Maddie Stellingwerf/Emerald) (Kevin Wang/Emerald) (Summer Surgent-Gough/ Emerald) (Will Geschke/Emerald)
Oregon Ducks baseballl takes on Milwaukee at PK Park in Eugene, Ore., on Feb. 29, 2020. (DL Young/ Emerald)
Organizers lead a march of several thousand protesters at a Black Lives Matter protest in response to police brutality and the killing of Black individuals. A Black Lives Matter protest takes place in Eugene, Ore., on May 31, 2020. (Kimberly Harris/ Emerald)
Yash Akhouri, an international student from South Africa, is studying architecture at the University of Oregon. International students have been deeply impacted by the effects of COVID-19. (Marissa Willke/Emerald) M O N D AY, D E C E M B E R 7 , 2 0 2 0
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MEET THE EMERALD PHOTOGRAPHERS
MADDIE KNIGHT
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MARISSA WILLKE
INSTAGRAM: @MADDIEKNIGHTPHOTOGRAPHY
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At 4 years old I decided I wanted to be a photographer. Eighteen years later, here I am. Being a photographer and then photo editor for the Daily Emerald the last four years has pushed me out of my comfort zone in the best ways and has given me experiences I’d never have otherwise. I’ve had the opportunity to photograph a wide variety of subjects such as the underground utility tunnels of the University of Oregon, sold-out concerts, a Rose Bowl football game, protests and more. I’m so grateful for the friendships, experiences and opportunities I’ve had at the Emerald and I’m looking forward to the rest of the year with the best photo desk!
This is my fourth and final year shooting for the Emerald. I can honestly say that this experience is something I will treasure for the rest of my life. From sports and concerts to everyday events, I have met the most amazing people; I am thankful for every moment. Now let’s fuck shit up!
I am a senior at UO, and I have shot everything from portraits to protests to automotive sports for over five years now. I am passionate about telling stories through photographs, especially when it provides me with the opportunity to get out of my comfort zone, meet new people and have unique experiences.
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As a photojournalist for the Emerald, I’ve been able to learn and experience the lives and stories of so many people on and off campus. I’ve gained connections with my peers and people in the community through this position. I’ve gained an interesting perspective on how meaningful a college experience is when I’m able to report on UO events and organizations.
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Hi my name is Maddie (Stellingwerf)! I’m a sophomore studying journalism, and I’ve been working for the Emerald since my freshman year. While I enjoy all types of photography, my favorite events to photograph are concerts and sporting events, especially basketball. Go Ducks!
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WILL GESCHKE
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Hi, I’m Kevin Wang. I am a senior at the SOJC and am planning to pursue a career in multimedia journalism.
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Hi, my name is DL Young, and I capture moments throughout my life. Follow me on all socials @cinematicsonly to keep up with my work.
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Heyo! I’m Summer (she/her/hers), and I’m a cinema studies major with minors in multimedia and music. I spend most of my time taking photos for the Emerald, staring at my laptop screen and eating cheap sushi. I’m graduating at the end of winter term, so feel free to send job offers my way.
PHOTOJOURNALIST
Hello! My name is Will. I’m a junior studying journalism and multimedia, and I’ve been working at the Emerald since August. I love movies, photography and telling people’s stories!
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MADDIE KNIGHT Rex Orange County performs at the Keller Auditorium in Portland on Jan. 19, 2020.
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Michael Clint, also known as Michael Kay, is part of a musical group known as SageCrow. Their new record is scheduled to release next February. Eugene’s grassroots hip-hop scene is often overlooked, but it hasn’t stopped artists from continuing to share their own unique voice with their music.
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A great blue heron rests in the shallow water at Delta Ponds City Park in Eugene, Ore., Delta Ponds is one of Eugene’s top bird watching spots, with 155 documented species of birds.
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SUMMER SURGENT-GOUGH “This photo, and capturing that whole protest in general, was one of the most meaningful things I’ve done with the Emerald. These students held such a powerful demonstration by spending the night chained to the doors of Johnson Hall, but at the same time there was this weird sense of normalcy. And I think that comes across in the photo too. They’re chained to the door, corralled by caution tape that UOPD put around them, but they’re also snuggled up in blankets and have Sizzle Pie leftovers and coffee within reach. It was a really special moment.”
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“This was my first protest I shot for the Daily Emerald, and I was nervous. When the two parties clashed, it was surreal to witness in person. As I was photographing the protest, I was aware of the danger but felt calm at the same time. I remember reading about the Wall of Moms a few days before and how they were at the front lines during the Portland protests. I was able to get behind the Wall of Moms to photograph this photo. I felt safe behind them.”
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“I took this photo at a Black Lives Matter rally in Eugene in May 2020 during national protests in response to police brutality against Black Americans. I wanted to capture the size of the rally by getting high up and behind the speakers. I was in awe of how many people showed up to call out systemic racism and violence.”
“This was such an emotional moment filled with so much passion. The Rose Bowl game was really close; Oregon won by only one point. It was clear how much this moment meant to Troy Dye, and I’m so glad I was able to capture that.”
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“I took this picture on a day that was constantly changing between cloudy and sunny, so it made it a little more difficult, and I was surprised when the pictures came back looking good. This was one of the last ones I shot that day and it was kind of a last minute idea, but it ended up being my favorite . Also, she brought her young child with her to the shoot — they’re just out of frame on the right. They were adorable!”
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SARAH NORTHTROP Dylan Langlands is a University of Oregon student with his eyes set on a professional MMA career. Langlands trains at the Art of War gym in Eugene, Ore., His coach, Kobb Thongsai, says Langlands’ genuine personality makes him unique as both a fighter and an individual.
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There are four miles of utility tunnels located under the University of Oregon campus.
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A demonstrator raises his fist in celebration alongside two other community members outside of the Wayne Lyman Morse United States Courthouse. People in Eugene, Ore., celebrate President-elect Joe Biden’s victory on the weekend of Nov. 7, 2020.
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Protestors stop traffic and hold a position within the intersection. After the Attorney General’s announcement regarding Breonna Taylor, the people of Eugene gather to demand justice for Taylor. Despite the rain, protestors meet to demonstrate solidarity for Breonna Taylor and block the intersection on Mill and 8th St. in Eugene, Ore. on Sept. 23, 2020.
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An intersection leading to the Wendling Covered Bridge is blocked off due to the Holiday Farm Fire. The Holiday Farm Fire, one of the largest current wildfires in Oregon, began on Sep. 7, and has burned through multiple Oregon cities in over one week. The fire is still burning through Lane County, Ore., on Sep. 16, 2020.
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KIMMY HARRIS Protest organizer Madeliene Smith says she is “doing this because I’m angry by the inequality we see in this country, and from the people who we pay to protect us.” A Black Lives Matter protest takes place in Eugene, Ore. on May 31, 2020.
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Ducks safety Brady Breeze (25) smiles in celebration as he holds the trophy. Oregon Ducks football takes on Wisconsin for the 106th Rose Bowl Game at Rose Bowl Stadium in Pasadena, Calif., on Jan. 1, 2020.
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Ducks pitcher Robert Ahlstrom (16) throws during warm ups. Oregon Ducks baseballl takes on Milwaukee at PK Park in Eugene, Ore., on Feb. 29, 2020.
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Ducks third basemen Josh Kasevich (45) warms up. Oregon Ducks baseball takes on the Nevada Wolf Pack at PK Park in Eugene, Ore. on Feb. 22, 2020.
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