This image is an attempt by an Islamic University and non-profit organization to create a sense of unity and proliferate information among the world's Muslims by hosting various lectures and presentations by contemporary academics on a diversity of issues facing the Muslim community today. This webinar series is hosted everyday during the blessed month of Ramadan. Topics range from the Soft Power of Football to What the West Could Learn from the Life of the Prophet Muhammad ‎ﷺ #VART3030

In the Muslim month of Ramadan, it is believed that the Devil a.k.a. Shaytaan or Satan is locked up, thus making the month of fasting easier for the individual Muslims to spiritually progress and develop their character since they only have to battle with their inner self and its desires. These meme comments on the fact that just like Satan is locked up during Ramadan, all Muslims have been locked up due to COVID-19.

With the global pandemic isolating everyone in their homes and raising fears about future supply lines, many families are taking matters into their own hands by taking advantage of the Spring and Summer seasons and planting their own vegetable gardens. This is the beginning of such a garden. #VART3030

Since COVID-19 was declared a pandemic, finding any sort of disinfectant supplies has been pretty much impossible. With cleaning supplies running low in Chicago, it has been difficult to find any disinfectant product, or even to gather the supplies needed to make one’s own cleaning solution. In a moment of good luck on March 16, I found this can of disinfectant spray at the very back of a top shelf in the Wrigleyville Jewel Osco on Southport Avenue, and climbed up on the bottom shelf to retrieve it. I haven’t been able to find any other disinfectant supplies since. #DePaulHST391

Due to the COVID-19 outbreak and the subsequent Stay At Home order given by Governor J.B. Pritzker, local parks have been shut down in order to promote social distancing and prevent the spread of the virus. This image, taken in Peoria, Illinois, shows a sign explaining the closure of the park to potential visitors, and detailing the Stay At Home order to anyone who might walk by. In the background, the swings on the swing set are knotted together, preventing use.

This meme explores the temptation of very cheap flight options at the risk of getting very sick. It is a very light hearted form of humor that plays on the millenial and Gen Z love of travel..

This is a meme that dissects how the United States is handling the COVID-19 pandemic. This is one of those memes that is funny but hits really close to home because it makes the viewer realize a harsh reality. Of course, we have more resources and options than a third world country. However, the way our country is handling this situation is not optimal.

This meme plays upon the double meaning of the word 'taste'. This type of meme that makes fun of people's preferences in terms of food/products has become very popular. It has been used in reference to drinks, clothes, technology, food, and more. It is a very light hearted form of humor, and distracts from the severity of the pandemic. #FordhamUniversity #VART3030

A college student's transition to taking classes from home while spending time with their family.

Twitter post making a joke about social distancing in crime. In these unprecedented times, a little comedic relief can be greatly appreciated. #DePaulHST391

A Word document file of what my experience with the pandemic has been as well as the impact it had on my family

I currently live in Chicago with my mother, stepfather, and my four little siblings. Because of the pandemic, all playgrounds are closed and fenced off with biohazard tape (which, I find amusing). Lots of large parks are open, but these days they tend to get oddly crowded when it's nice outside. On this beautiful afternoon, we decided to take the kids to ride their bikes in the large and unused parking lot of the Basic Wire & Cable Company, a very out of the way spot where I learned how to ride a bike and drive a car. #DePaulHST391

As the threat of COVID-19 drew closer to home a few local retail businesses in Kentucky have responded through social media by producing topical merchandise designs such as this one. A play on the state slogan “united we stand, divided we fall” it is a nod to the social distancing rule of keeping six feet apart. It is also a humorous re-imagining of Kentucky’s state flag design, which usually reads “Commonwealth of Kentucky” instead of “Commonhealth of Kentucky” and normally features the two figures seen in the center of the image shaking hands. In this image, however, they stand like the rest of us, being in each other’s company from a distance. #DePaulHST391

○ Every day at 5pm people across the state of Kentucky turn on their televisions and tune in to Governor Andy Beshear’s daily update on COVID-19. For many this daily ritual has become a source of comfort and encouragement, a glimmer of hope. Every day for weeks Governor Beshear has come on TV to remind Kentuckians that their individual actions are powerful and their choices to follow social distancing guidelines during this crisis directly affect the other people in their communities, and reminds everyone that as “Team Kentucky” the state will get through the COVID-19 pandemic together. #DePaulHST391

"Last month, Bandcamp waived their revenue share on all purchases for a 24-hour period, in a gesture of support to all the artists who've been impacted by the coronavirus lockdowns. The initiative was a huge success. Techcrunch.com reports it was the biggest day in the site's 11-year history: "artists raised $4.3 million in music and merchandise sales over the 24-hour period. That comes out to more than 15x Bandcamp’s normal numbers on a Friday — or, as the site puts, it 11 items per second over the course of the day. In all, some 800,000 items were sold, versus the standard 47,000." "We don’t yet know the long-term impact of Covid-19, but we know that we all need music — to uplift and inspire us, to heal us, and to give us hope," Bandcamp wrote on their website. "We’ll continue working to make Bandcamp the best place for fans and artists to come together and sustain each other in the challenging times ahead." Well, the online music company is doing just that on Friday, May 1st. More details will be shared next Monday, April 27th. Until then... start making your shopping lists. "

This article examines how students are responding to the semester being online and potential job opportunities being lost. Students lost half a semester of connection, opportunity, and milestones.

"At about 8 p.m. on Thursday, penguins started to crowd Club Penguin’s snow forts in anticipation. My evening began like any other on Club Penguin. One penguin demanded we all write the word “egg” in unison on our chat boxes (I complied), and another suggested we all visit the Iceberg and attempt to tip it over. But mostly, everyone wanted to know, “WHERE’S SOCCER MOMMY?” It wasn’t until the clock struck 8 o’clock that we realized we had to waddle to the “stadium” in the distance — the promotional material probably could have benefitted from this information. Once inside, I was treated to more of the same classic Club Penguin banter. There was talk of Carole Baskin of Netflix fame and of throwing snowballs — a virtual penguin’s only weapon — onto the stage. A modern milieu."

Tweet about online Club Penguin concert being rescheduled

The South City area of Saint Louis is a diverse, tight-knit community. It only makes sense that residents would go out of their way to assist each other during this difficult time. The residents of this home near the intersection of Arsenal St. and Gravois Rd. advertised resources in chalk writing on the exterior of the house, including a LinkTree website, toll-free helpline, and email account dedicated to helping those in need and connecting volunteers with service opportunities. There are also children’s chalk drawings of flowers and a rainbow on the exterior and of a rainbow and a pot of gold taped to the window. #DePaulHST391

As Easter Sunday approaches, President Trump’s prediction about crowds of people returning to mass is proving unrealistic. Saint Joseph Catholic Church in Libertyville, IL is one example of many Catholic Churches offering online mass as a substitute for in-person services. While religious services have been streamed before, and “Church TV” has existed for a long time, never have Church services across the world had to be cancelled to such a large degree and replaced by online streaming.#DePaulHST391

COVID-19 has been particularly hard for Chicago’s homeless. My auntie and I tried to help out on the West Side, by making turkey and Italian beef and serving them. We also provided kits to individuals, so they could use them to feed their families. #DePaulHST391

Since the COVID-19 pandemic many businesses and housing facilities have closed common areas to promote social distancing. Since March many residents have not followed through with the warnings and now landlords and managers have taken measures to keep people from gathering such as at One North Apartments, a University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign student housing facility where they have taken the hoops off the basketball rims #DePaulHST391.

Bars in Chicago have been closed for a month due to shelter-in-place. Service industry workers panicked: our paychecks are minimal, and business was just recovering from the winter slump. But, Chicago bartenders are family and many of them got creative. Estereo batched boozeless cocktail mixes and sold bottles of alcohol curbside. So far, we’ve raised enough money for each of our coworkers to get “tipped” $200. I know a lot of that came from fellow unemployed bartenders, and the generosity of them and strangers is truly humbling in a time of anxiety, fear, and social distancing. #DePaulHST391

The historic Green Mill Cocktail Lounge in Uptown, Chicago, has long been open from 12PM to 4AM 365 days a year: the marquee lights blaze in the daylight and twinkle invitingly once the sun goes down, and you can hear the faint blares of trumpets and saxophones. This bar has long been a haven from modern life for busybodies and music-lovers alike, where they can relax in the relic of the jazz age, myself included. For three years now, I have been going to the Green Mill every Tuesday after my bartending shift. However, Covid-19 has forced the bar to close its doors and to turn off its lights. Uptown feels lost without its guiding beacon, and its presence is one of the few aspects of regular life that I genuinely miss. #DePaulHST391

Due to the recent ban of dine-in restaurants in Chicago, this clever restaurant owner took a humorous approach to social distancing through the Covid-19 pandemic. The underwhelming 2019-20 Chicago Bears season, fresh in the minds of many Chicagoans, became the focal point of this restaurant’s attempt to promote social distancing. Third-year Quarterback Mitchell Trubisky held one of the worst QBR’s in the 2019-20 season, making himself the target of much slander and in this case, a pandemic-themed joke. In these unprecedented times, a little comedic relief can be greatly appreciated. #DePaulHST391

As the COVID-19 spreads across the world, and the country is in a state of emergency, toilet paper is seemingly wiped off the face of the Earth. Acting out of panic, people rush to grocery stores to buy TP before it’s too late. Those who make it there in time are relieved to find a few remaining rolls of TP. Those who do not are s*** out of luck, and probably should have gone earlier. Now, friends and family have a duty to each other if they ever want to put this behind us. All joking aside, this event has caused a major shortage of TP across at least the United States. #DePaulHST391

As the COVID-19 spreads across the world, essential businesses such as grocery stores and pharmacies take precautionary measures. Following the guidelines issued by the CDC, businesses such as Walgreens request that while in (and out of) their pharmacy, customers distance themselves by at least 6 feet. Inside the pharmacy, customers distance themselves physically and socially, exchanging looks from 6 feet away that seem to say, “you are too close to me.” Tape across the floor dictates the CDC’s guidelines of what is too close. Novelist George Orwell’s writings come to mind, whose literature warns of dystopian societies. The entire Walgreens experience, from walking in, to shopping, to walking out, reminds customers of the often asymptomatic virus that anyone could have. #DePaulHST391

Days before Minnesota's official shelter in place, people's homes began to transform into small factories. Turning out masks by the dozens, and sometimes even hundreds, Minnesotans answered the call for the protective headwear. Isolation did not stop people from joining together in common cause. Local businesses gave away materials, and local hospitals created drive-by drop offs for people to donate masks. Once we ran out of fabric, my mother turned to old clothes to meet the demands. Pictured above, I am modeling on of the first masks she made. We donated to family members, friends, neighbors, and also to a local hospital. We also shipped some to my brother's coworkers at the Pueblo, Colorado Health Department. In total, my mom has made around 100 masks, showing that not all heroes wear capes, but they do wear masks. #DePaulHST391

During the COVID-19 pandemic, it’s been hard to find our footing. With widespread cancellations and closures, social distancing has become the new normal. Easter traditions restored a much-needed sense of familiarity amid the anxiety and upheaval. Annual egg decorating offered the chance to dip into creativity and focus on fun. But even these colorful creations provided a clearer picture of how we’re processing these changes. While the eggs are still dyed, they take on a different message this year and reflect the uncertain time we find ourselves in. #DePaulHST391

Although COVID-19 keeps us six feet apart, creativity and the 5-7-5 structure are the only limits for members of ‘Haikus for a global pandemic.’ Facebook groups like this one allow members to bridge their social distance using kilobyte-sized reflections and stories. As an online platform for self-expression and community, this page has encouraged compassion and connection in a time of fear and isolation. #DePaulHST391

A headline of an article stating that Amazon workers are walking out over their treatment

While nursing homes play an integral role in the medical care for many elderly individuals, they also present a significant amount of risk during the time of COVID-19. The CDC has identified as those who are most at-risk for infection as people over 65, the immunocompromised, and residents at long-term care facilities. My mom, as the Senior Director of Resident Services, has often described her fear that one of her nurses, CNAs, or residents will contract COVID-19. In order to minimize risk, she relies on reminding nursing home staff and residents of the merits of practicing preventative care. These IDPH infographics provide helpful information to prevent the spread of the virus within a high risk community so that both workers and residents can stay as healthy as can be. *Illinois Department of Public Health; sheets arranged by my mother, Karen Miller, for the staff at her place of employment *04/16/2020; The day of the projected national ‘peak,’ according to the Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation on 04/07/2020 #DePaulHST391

Although many businesses have closed their doors due to COVID-19, pharmacies have kept theirs open. Essential workers, like pharmacists, store leadership, pharmacy technicians, and customer service representatives, have continued to work for their communities despite the potential risks to their health. As a part-time pharmacy technician, it is difficult to social distance while at work, as my job relies on interacting with my coworkers and numerous patients throughout the day. This sign serves to remind its viewer that even small errands during a global pandemic, such as picking up medications, may present a preventable health threat to all parties involved. *Walgreens Corporate; notice distributed to individual stores *04/08/2020; Posted in the pharmacy queue during Illinois’ Shelter in Place #DePaulHST391

Probably most of us saw the propaganda on our social media. The event was co-planned by Lady Gaga in conjunction with WHO and Global Citizen Global Citizens Organization. It aims to help unite and inspire medical personnel in this special period, and to increase support in combating the COVID-19 virus epidemic. There are several world-famous celebrities attend this concert, such as Tylor Swift, Jennifer Lopez, Lizzo, and Celine Dion. Despite those, there are some artists from Asia also involve in this event. The concert will include celebrities’ speech, video recording, and performance. Besides that, every country will share their current situation to the world. Most celebrities use limited resources to do their performance. This is a really amazing moment in a year that everyone is connecting to each other, regardless of where you are. The concert was held remotely, and every celebrity does the performance at home. At this moment, everyone is doing their best to overcome the virus. Most of my friends look forward to this event that shares the moments they love during the concert. I saw some celebrities do the online streaming in their bedroom, with the messy bed as background. Everyone is facing the same situation and have the same goal to make the world back to normal. Together! Stay home!

Discusses the effects of following proper protocol of cleanliness with forensic procedures

It represents a stark contrast in a simpler time when things were normal before the crisis

Face mask made by St. Louis-based textile artist Katherine Huelsing, my mother. I helped my mom cut and pin fabric while she sewed the masks together. She gave one to each of our friends and family members and donated the rest to a local hospital. There is currently a severe shortage of personal protective equipment in hospitals, leaving many healthcare professionals at risk of infection. The CDC recommended that everyone use PPE when out in public at this time. #DePaulHST391

This is an artwork that seeks to capture the prevailing sense of confusion and distrust in the institutions responsible for handling a global health crisis. This is a satirical piece and has no affiliation to presented organization or group.

The documentary about the resurgence of vinyl records, the diversification of vinyl fans and what this all means for America was ready for its premiere this spring, but well, things have changed. So the filmmakers changed their plans! You can catch VINYL NATION from the comfort of your own home the weekend of April 18 and 19---the original Record Store Day weekend!-- and help out your local record store!

A Squat Deeper video series I have been making to use the Manic energy I have had during quarantine. You will see its dedicated to Seniors: both seniors in high school/college that are losing their last term, and the elderly who are suffering most from this virus.

This image was taken in Champaign Illinois at a student housing facility for the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. In the image you see basketball rims without the hoops on them. Since the COVID-19 pandemic and orders to social distance, landlords have been shutting down common spaces as well as taking hoops off the basketball rims.

California legislators on Friday (April 17) announced changes to the language of Assembly Bill 5 (AB5), intending to ensure fair treatment for gig economy workers in the music industry without inhibiting their ability to create and collaborate.

Ampled blends platform familiarity (users of Patreon or Kickstarter will get it immediately) with a punky, ‘zine-like look and feel that reflects its grassroots emphasis. Its own description on its website – “100% owned by artists, workers, and community – not vulture capitalists” – sets out its stall to be additive rather than subtractive for the current music business.

The Recording Academy's philanthropic arm is offering grants to music industry professionals whose livelihood has been affected by the pandemic. MusiCares' COVID-19 Relief Fund is being supported by Spotify through its COVID-19 Music Relief project. Spotify is making a donation to this and all organizations listed, and will match public donations made via the above linked page dollar-for-dollar up to a total Spotify contribution of $10 million.

"Signs From Around: #1, Harlem, NY" is part of a series exploring the signage surrounding COVID-19 from different parts of the world. A neighbor makes it very clear that visitors are not to enter their apartment and in two languages just in case!

This series documents the treatment of vital workers

100 gecs are announcing a Minecraft music festival, because of course they are. The extremely online weirdo-pop duo of Dylan Brady and Laura Les played their first-ever show on Minecraft early last year, and now that all live music is cancelled and people like American Football are headlining virtual concerts in Minecraft, 100 gecs have decided to host a video game fest of their own. Their music festival, Square Garden, is a benefit to raise money for Feeding America. 100 gecs and Charli XCX are co-headlining, and the lineup also includes other collaborators and kindred spirits like Kero Kero Bonito, A.G. Cook, GFOTY, Cashmere Cat, Benny Blanco, Danny L Harle, Dorian Electra, Alice Longyu Gao, Count Baldor, Umru, Tommy Cash, 99Jakes, Alice Gas, Gupi, Fraxiom, and Parry Gripp.

Personal Reflection

Primavera Sound has been releasing archived, pro-shot live footage to their YouTube channel during these trying times. And in this case, it’s full-set videos!

This was a project I made while dealing with the stress of the coronavirus affecting my family and friends in Queens. I drew up, 3D modeled, and rendered a model of the coronavirus with spherical polygons shaped using python and math. The model was made with repeating spheres distorted by different variables. Using these variables, I can also duplicate the computerized version of the virus indefinitely. Living just a walk away from the current epicenter of COVID-19, Elmhurst, Queens, every day of life now is profoundly shaped by this disease, with family members currently hospitalized and suffering from this pandemic. This piece is me taking the power back by making the virus, manipulating it, and containing it within my own virtual creation.