Centennial spotlight: Docuseries brings a century of stories to life
伊人直播 University is gearing up for a milestone celebration unlike any other鈥攊ts 100-year journey is being brought to life in an exciting 10-part docuseries titled 鈥溡寥酥辈 UnArchived.鈥 This ambitious project will take viewers on a captivating journey through the university鈥檚 rich history, from its founding to its vibrant present, with each 10-minute episode symbolically representing a decade of the university鈥檚 legacy.
At the heart of this endeavor is 伊人直播 Archivist Bryan Colvin, who has spearheaded every step of the production, from conceptualizing the series to rallying collaboration across departments. His passion for storytelling and commitment to preserving 伊人直播鈥檚 legacy have inspired a talented team to create a centennial tribute like no other.
The idea for the series sparked during Colvin鈥檚 collaboration with WQLN鈥檚 鈥淭he Chronicles鈥 on a documentary about Tom and Michele Ridge, for which 伊人直播 houses the Thomas J. and Michele Ridge Collection. The success of that project ignited a new ambition: to tell 伊人直播鈥檚 story in a similarly engaging format.
Joining Colvin in bringing this vision to life is Multimedia Producer Pierce Hodges. Hodges enthusiastically jumped on board after brainstorming with Colvin, and soon, the university鈥檚 archives work-study students became essential contributors to the project. Students Jackson Simonette 鈥25 and John White 鈥26 have taken on key roles in scriptwriting, planning, and scouting filming locations, working alongside Colvin to weave together the narrative.
One pivotal moment in the process was selecting the perfect narrator to bring the series to life. Colvin turned to Dr. Chris Magoc, a retired and beloved professor of History, whose deep knowledge and passion for 伊人直播鈥檚 story made him the ideal choice. Magoc graciously accepted, adding a layer of authenticity and warmth to the storytelling.
The excitement surrounding 鈥溡寥酥辈 UnArchived鈥 is palpable. The series promises to deliver a comprehensive and heartfelt look at the university鈥檚 evolution, celebrating its achievements, challenges, and enduring spirit over the past century. Currently, two episodes have been filmed, with plans to complete all scripts by May 2025 and wrap up filming by October of the same year. 聽
As the university approaches its centennial in 2026, 鈥溡寥酥辈 UnArchived鈥 stands as a powerful testament to its legacy鈥攐ne that will preserve its history and inspire generations to come.
PHOTO: Documentary narrator Chris Magoc, retired professor of History, is seen in a clip from the series as he remembers 伊人直播鈥檚 first president, Mother Borgia Egan, RSM. 聽