Jean Park

Sep 13, 2024 | 34st.com | Jean Park

As a photographer, you dream of getting “that shot.” The shot that will make up for all of the times you took a bad iPhone photo for your friend’s Instagram. All of those hours of practicing composition will be worthwhile for that one photo. The frantic pursuit of “the shot” was on full display in the spin room following the 2024 presidential debate.

Aug 28, 2024 | 34st.com | Jean Park |Chenyao Liu |Ethan Young |Anish Garimidi

What comes to mind when you think of summer? Brat? Finance internship in NYC? Well, the multimedia department at the Daily Pennsylvanian saw it all. From beautiful nature to actually not-so-boring buildings, let your eyes soak in all of the beauty in these photos. "Galway? Gal-no-way these cliffs are real. Moher ate!"- Jean Park (C '27) Peephole. “Atop the Kennedy Center in Washington D.C., wishing I was atop Kennedy himself /jk.”- Anish Gar (C ‘27)  What do you think he's seen...

Aug 26, 2024 | thedp.com | Jean Park

CHICAGO — Thousands of delegates, prominent politicians, social media influencers celebrities, and attendees flocked to Chicago last week for the Democratic National Convention. Those in attendance also included ten students in COMM 4280: “Conventions, Debates, and Campaigns“ — a Penn class taught once every presidential election year — including two photographers for The Daily Pennsylvanian.

May 10, 2024 | 34st.com | Jean Park

Dear Kings Court Room 146,  Despite all the loud construction noise, cramped bed space, and exposed pipes, you were my first–year dorm. What a special place. With the beautiful creativity of my roommate and a little artificial lighting, you became a home. My wall is a time capsule of my first–year experience. Every sticker collected and every photo of my friends taken was stuck to the wall with Scotch tape, one by one.

Apr 12, 2024 | 34st.com | Jean Park

Penn’s campus is crawling with hunched–over college students, eyes glued to their screens or admiring their brand–new Adidas Sambas. Let’s look at the big picture: you’re just one small person in a big, big world—or in this case, a big, big university. So, once in a while, look up! You might just spot a weird photographer taking your photo, or perhaps you'll just see life from new heights.