Chuck Miller

Bio: Chuck Miller is a graduating senior at Central Michigan University receiving a Bachelor’s of Science degree in Photojournalism. While at CMU, Chuck worked as a staff photographer at Grand Central Magazine and for the last two years served as a staff photographer for Central Michigan Life. Last year he was also photo editor for Central Michigan Life while working as a freelance photographer for The Morning Sun.

Experience: Washington D.C. was an amazing experience and as a photojournalist, exactly the kind of environment one thrives for. 800,000 people created great moments for photography and video. With sore legs and an empty stomach, D.C. was a challenge. I worked hard to capture images that can be used for years to come. My most memorable moment was arriving in our viewing section and preparing for the next seven hours. I worked hard to take as many photos and video as possible. It was a lot to process but it’ was a great challenge. My experience helped me grow tremendously.

In the chilling cold, thousands gathered in Washington D.C. for the 57th Presidential Inauguration. Attendees crammed into busses and the metro, went through security checkpoints and waited hours in line to get to the National Mall. They came to listen to President Barack Obama and the start of his second term in office. No faces of  disappointment, only joy and delight. People from around the world came to witness history. President Obama talked of making our nation safer and bringing hope to America.

The people gathered were ecstatic to hear his words as they screamed “Obama!” and “Four more years!” 800,000 people cheered on his name regardless of the sleep deprivation and little if anything to eat, for about 20 minutes nothing else mattered. Obama’s words echoed through the National Mall.

When his speech concluded as quickly as everyone came in, they were gone. Nothing remained but a bit of trash on the ground and the seagulls that swarmed around it. But what also remained was the memory of the speech that promised a brighter future.

Virginia resident Tyree Furman, 15, stands looking up at the TV monitor as President Barack Obama and staff make their way to the Captiol Building January 21, 2013 for the 57th Presidential Inauguration in Washington D.C. The ceremony marked the beginning of President Obama’s second term as President of the United States.

Missouri resident Noor Khan waves a Barack Obama 2013 inauguration flag through the air during the 57th Presidential Inauguration on January 21, 2013. 

Indiana resident Betsy Boyd stands in the golden ticket section five hours before President Barack Obama’s inauguration in Washington D.C.

Obama supporters stand outside the CNN temporary studio on January 19, 2013, two days before President Barack Obama’s inauguration. The crowd waved their hands in an attempt to get on national TV.

Thousands stand in front of the Captiol Building in Washington D.C. during the 57th Presidential Inauguration on January 21, 2013.. President Barack Obama was sworn into office, marking the beginning of his second term as President of the United States.