Recent Blogs

♥ New Recipes!
          Whether it’s fueling up before starting your day or taking a mid-day snack break to avoid the 2 o’clock lull, high-protein snacks are the tastiest way to keep on going. Protein snacks are the perfect way to fill up just enough, and give us longer-lasting energy than the usual, carb-heavy options.

♥ Another Year - 2012/2013
           I’m super excited to be starting school next week and catch up with my classmates! :-) I just purchased some of my books and decided to get some other goodies as well....

♥ New Blog
          Hey Everyone! As you can see I changed up my blog so it’s a little more user friendly! I thought I’d change it up in time for school to start! :-)...

♥ DIY - Folder Organizer
          Here is your first DIY project. Enjoy~...

♥ Video/Audio Editing Headphones
         What are some of the best headphones you can get for your home recording studio? There are so many brands and models out there it’s hard to choose between them all. In the Interactive Media Design program you’ll use headphones a lot for editing video and audio. Here are some of the best headphones I think are best:...

♥ Inspiration
          What triggers your mind for creative ideas? For me, it’s looking at pictures, quotes, music, and even breaking a sweat....

♥ Disc Golf and Lunch
          Looking for something fun to do? How about something fun with a chance of winning $60?...

♥ Treat Yourself! 
          Ever feel the need to get pampered? Maybe a mani/pedi or a color treatment? Moraine Park’s Barber/Cosmetology program offers all of the specialties a salon does, but for a better price! Not only are you helping out the students to get the training they need, but also you are getting exactly what you are looking for at half the cost of an outside salon....

♥ The First Step towards Your Future! 
          I’m really excited to hear there was a great turnout for the Interactive Media Design Program Orientation! It’s great to see that this new program is doing well. Orientation is just your first step in starting something different and exciting!...

♥ MPTC Student Life
          Fall semester is approaching and there are many fun events at Moraine Park to keep an eye out for. On our student life tab on myMPTC or on www.morainepark.edu there are new events posted every week on what’s going on around each of our campuses; Fond du Lac, West Bend, and Beaver Dam....

♥ Choosing a Path
          As I’m approaching my last year of college at MPTC, it seems like everybody wants to know what my post-college plans are. It’s an intriguing question, one I’m sure college seniors everywhere have been asking themselves....

♥ Brain Power
          I think I was crazy growing up with all of the activities I was involved in and never needing to take a nap. Like working 50+ hours a week and going to school wasn’t enough, I still made time to hit the gym and hang out with friends all night....

♥ Highly Rated Books
          My favorite type of book is one that inspires me to reach the top. One that will teach me the ins and outs of success and the strength to never give up on my dreams. My dad was the one who actually got me into reading these, and I’m really glad he did. I hope that all of you students at MPTC and anyone else reading these blogs will find time for some inspirational reading. Fearless, Designed for Success, and Thank You Power are just a few of my favorites that I know you’ll enjoy as well!...

♥ Picking a class that’s right for you
          Fall classes will be starting soon and there are a few classroom environments you’ll be able to pick from with some of your classes. Most colleges offer classes in a classroom or online, but telepresence was new for me when I came to Moraine Park....

♥ Time Management
          How good are you at managing your time? For me, I’m the worst when it comes to checking things off of my to-do list. Having work, school, and traveling most weekends, it’s hard to manage my time wisely. I have to write down a lot of things that need to get done so I have a constant reminder what should be doing. Here are some time management ideas for school or just your daily life:...

♥ Student Orientation
          Summer classes are coming to an end and it’s time to start preparing for the fall! I’m excited to get back into the groove of school and connecting with my fellow classmates again. For all of you new students joining us at any of our MPTC campuses, I’m really excited for you to go to Student Orientation!...


♥ Websites, Videos, & Articles You Need To Know About 
          Below I’ve grouped some of my all-time finds on working, learning and social good. Some are videos; others are websites and articles. Graduating from MTPC soon and being put into the “real world” I love to read up on anything inspirational to help me out. Hope you find something you need just like I did!...

♥ Future at Google?
          I was shown this video in my Web Design class here at MPTC. My first thought was, how cool would it be to work at Google? Pretty amazing if you ask me!...

♥ Interactive Tutorials 
          This is a fun project we did in my Illustrator class here at Moraine Park. Gradient Mesh helps you make things look more realistic. I included an easy step-by-step YouTube video on how to create your own! I did this myself and added my finished project....

♥ I’m More Than Just a Number
          I was never one that wanted to go to a big university. Intimidated by large classes and lecture halls....

♥ What’s Your Passion? 
          For the past couple months I’ve been doing a lot of searching. I’ve been asking myself, “What the heck am I passionate about?...

♥ We All Have A Lot To Offer
          I know I talk about Interactive Media Design in most of my blogs, but hey, I love it and I know you will too. I’m going to graduate with talents in web design, print design, video and audio editing, etc. I’ll be able to photograph beautifully and create compelling pieces. And all of that is so important in a messy economy like ours....

♥ Words Of Thomas Edison 
           “There ain't no rules around here. We're trying to accomplish something.”Thomas Edison...


♥ Three Strikes You're Out! 
          Last week I went to a Timber Rattlers game. It was a perfect sunny evening for baseball. When I lived in Michigan you had to drive quite a ways to do anything like this. Any chance I have to get out of the house and do something fun I’ll take it!...

♥ Employment Tips 
           With it being summer time there are a lot of students looking for jobs or internships. I’ve had and given a lot of interviews, so I thought I would share some tips on setting up your resume and preparing yourself for an interview! On Resumes and Cover Letters...


♥ Creative Study
          Even though my program doesn’t require you to take tests I still had a time in my life where I did. There have been many occasions where I could hardly study for a test anymore. I drove myself crazy memorizing facts and reading thick, picture-less textbooks. But it didn’t have to drag....

♥ Home Is Where The Heart Is 
          I had a wonderful memorial day weekend back in my hometown, Escanaba Michigan. I spent a lot of time in the woods and down by the water. It’s definitely a peaceful place to be and a great getaway. I recommend visiting upper Michigan sometime in your life if you haven’t already!...

♥ Adobe CS6  
          Abode Master Collection Cs6 is now being launched. I have really enjoyed all of what Adobe has to offer and am very excited to see what new changes they have made. In class we looked at some of the new changes being made in Photoshop that looked awesome and less time consuming!...

♥ FEARLESS  
          Fear of Not Mattering...

♥ Downtime – What I Do Offline To Recharge.        
           Are you stressed? Technology is everywhere now. With my program being all computer based and having a smartphone, I spend from the moment I open my eyes in the morning until I close them again at night online. My phone is constantly in my hand and my computer is never far behind....


♥ What Am I Doing This Summer?
          People ask me this question a lot and I always have the answer, work! I have always worked really hard my whole life, leaving myself with little free time.... 

♥ Dear Interactive Media Design
          Before starting Interactive Media Design, my knowledge of the program was limited. I came into this with an open mind, hoping that what I had to offer was enough. That I wouldn't be sitting in the back of a room struggling through my classes, because of my lack of experience with drawing and Adobe software. Anyone who knows me will tell you I can be hard on myself and still need to work on, “tooting my own horn.” Well, this was one of those times....

♥ Quote of the Week
          “What is success?...

♥ Hannah Rice: Your New Student Blogger! 
          I just wanted to introduce myself, Hannah Rice, your new student blogger. This is my fourth year in college, but my first year here at MPTC. I received an associates degree in Business Management and another in Marketing at a community college in upper Michigan with the obvious question most college students ask themselves, “What do I do next?”...

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