Unmasked

a series by the lantern.

These are stories about the little things. The little moments we have missed. The coronavirus pandemic has drastically altered how we interact with each other. It has heightened and numbed each sensation we experience. In this series, we’re highlighting the little moments that happen that — upon reflection — mean so much more.

These video-animated stories were produced by Maya Neyman in her position as The Lantern’s Special Projects Director. Marcy Paredes animated this series.

“Vaccines & Life Lessons”

From vaccinations to life lessons, the Unmasked season finale reflects on this strange, pandemic-ridden year and the memories we will carry with us.

Kelly Hao

“International Connections”

From vaccinations to life lessons, the Unmasked season finale reflects on this strange, pandemic-ridden year and the memories we will carry with us.

Phil Anjum

“Humans of the Pandemic”

Third-year medical student Phil Anjum wanted to do his part in flattening the COVID-19 curve. So, he picked up his camera to document vaccination efforts at Ohio State, helping normalize getting vaccinated.

Emily Miller

“Puppy Love”

Emily Miller, a second-year pre-major in moving image production, danced with her 8th-grade crush on their Washington, D.C., field trip when all of a sudden she began to cry.

Prisella Valdez

“A memory with my Mom”

Prisella Valdez, a first-year in communications, was confused when her mom told her that she was growing. “I’m still so short,” Valdez said.