Amanda Peckler

A Reflective Intervention (2020) is an interactive documentary I created as part of a year-long project, which documents and engages members of Generation Z about their core beliefs, reflecting on generational shifts in ideas and practices.

This project was recognized as one of four Periclean Scholars Awards. Described by the committee as “nothing short of a remarkable accomplishment in storytelling.. demonstrating technical mastery, artistic sensibility, and a unique convergence of a wide range of perspectives. It challenges the audience not only to become active participants, but also to become cocreators of meaning, as you explore contemporary morality."

Neshama: The Jewess Soul (2017) is a web-based, interactive diary and living archive that offers a deeply intimate and reflective space for Jewish womyn across different racial, ethnic, mixed heritage, and Judaic backgrounds to share their unique and eclectic stories, journeys, and perspectives on the ancient question of “What does it mean to be a Jewish womyn?”

Sponsored by the John B. Moore Documentary Studies Collaborative and Entrepreneurial Artist Initiative in two public exhibits of the 3-part installation - website, physical book, and reflection station.

Founded in 2017 by myself and three of my peers, Pass the Mic is a student-run platform and community on Skidmore's Campus for people of color, people with disabilities, international, immigrant, refugee, LGBTQ+, and economically disadvantaged folks to share their unfiltered experiences. Each week we invite a different student or faculty member to share art, stories, information, issues, and more to ignite discussion and awareness on our campus and beyond.

Now embarking on our 7th season, our four-person team has grown to 15 student hosts, producers, editors, designers, DJ's, and photographers; our weekly show and exclusive content has featured over 80 guests, and our reach has expanded beyond 5,000 listeners spread across 50 countries and cities.

Music thanatology is the study of music for end of life care. This audio piece explores a story told by Kieran Schnabel, a music thanatologist for the harpist hospice organization called SacredFlight.