CIRCULATION MAPS

In this timeline map, Casey Drayer examines the impact Vine, a video-sharing app, had on social media as it continues to evolve. In this interactive presentation with numerous videos, Drayer examines the history of Vine and how one app has led to the rise of many popular social media platforms today.

 Mia Golburgh

Inspired by her interest in the importance of Godzilla as a global figure rather than just a monster movie, Mia Golburgh tracks the impact of the film Godzilla (1954) in this digital Circulation Map. Not only does she outline the films influences and sequels, but also websites created, and essays written based on its legacy in film culture.

 Joseph McLeod

Joseph McLeod created their circulation map for their Writing and Editing in Print and Online (WEPO) course. This work showcases their skills and understanding of digital design.

 Olivia Barlow

When Kaley was assigned the Media Circulation project, one thing came to her mind: Moo Deng, the viral pygmy hippopotamus from Thailand. While an odd choice, Kaley found that Moo Deng's proliferation on platforms such as Instagram, TikTok, and X were the perfect examples of how media is both distributed and circulated in record time. The circulation map provides numerous examples of how Moo Deng's imagery has become a multimedia sensation. 

 Olivia Klimek

Olivia Klimek explores the evolution of the viral meme sensation “Poot Lovato” through an interactive map. The map allows the participant to trace the meme’s history– from its origin in 2015 to how it has retained its pop cultural relevancy. The map dives into the cyclical nature of meme culture, addressing its transformation from a shareable joke to a more retrospective conversation on the harms of Photoshop.