Inspired by Brandon Stanton’s street portraits and interviews in Humans of New York, Stories Across Time brings together people of different generations, cultures, and experiences to capture everyday life through storytelling. 

In this in-person "taster session" workshop, you will have the opportunity to tell a story through writing in response to intergenerational questions designed to spark meaningful conversations about the small details (like morning routines, memorable interactions, or first loves) embedded in our daily lives. Together, the stories form a collective portrait of life across generations, cultures, and experiences, showing what has changed, what has stayed, and what we hope to pass on. In doing so, Stories Across Time celebrates diversity and connection while fostering creativity, reflection, and belonging. 

Writing materials will be provided, but you are also welcome to bring your own notebook.

Details:

Date: Wednesday October 22nd,  2:00-3:30 PM

Location: Djavad Mowafaghian Centre for Brain Health

Room: Room 3402 (third floor)

About the Instuctor:

Monique Vo

Monique Vo is a fourth-year Kinesiology student in the multidisciplinary stream at the University of British Columbia, with aspirations to pursue a career in health care. 

Equally passionate about both the sciences and the arts, she believes in the healing and transformative power of writing and storytelling, which serve as tools that give people a voice, foster creativity, and build community. For over a year, Monique has volunteered with the BC Brain Wellness Program, where she continues to explore the intersections between movement, creative expression, and meaningful human connection.