StudentCam is C-SPAN's annual national video documentary competition that encourages students to think critically about issues that affect our communities and our nation. This year students were asked to create a 5-6 minute long video exploring the issue they most want the president and new Congress to address in 2021.
Emilie Difede, Alexandra Difede & Sofia Difede from Palo Alto High School in Palo Alto won 3rd Prize for their documentary, "Environmental Injustice and the Deadly Effects of Systemic Racism." The team will share $750 in prize money.
C-SPAN is funded by America’s cable and satellite television companies, who also support StudentCam. In Palo Alto, C-SPAN is available locally through Comcast.
"Despite the educational challenges students faced this year, these local winners showed creativity, resourcefulness and a strong work ethic to create documentaries addressing important issues on both the local and national level," said Beth Hester, Vice President of External Affairs, Comcast California. "Comcast continues to be committed to strengthening our communities through educational programs, including our longstanding partnership with C-SPAN and StudentCam."
More Information:
- Press Release: Silicon Valley Area Students Win Prizes in C-SPAN Video Documentary Competition (Google Doc)
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WATCH: Environmental Injustice and the Deadly Effects of Systemic Racism |
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 The team will share $750 in prize money for their win |
 C-SPAN Founder Brian Lamb and co-President Susan Swain present the trio with a Certificate of Special Recognition |
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Rep. Anna Eshoo - Congratulatory Message |
CA State Assemblymember Marc Berman - Congratulatory Message |
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Lythcott Company President Michael Lythcott - Congratulatory Message |
School Board Member Jennifer DiBrienza - Congratulatory Message |
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City Council Member Greg Tanaka - Congratulatory Message |
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