Farewell-

The time has come to say farewell to my followers. It has been a great journey and a great learning tool for me being your student blogger. Moraine Park has been nothing but good to me through this time being a student and a student blogger. I will be continuing my last year in the Interactive Media design program working away to create an amazing future for myself. So far I have been having a blast creating projects to enhance my portfolio. Some more great news is that my internship at Mercury Marine has turned into a part time position and then hopefully turns into full time position down the road as I am finishing up school. Unfortunately with working at Mercury Marine and trying to do extracurricular activities at school it was becoming to be too much for me to have a second job. I hope you all enjoyed my postings through this time and take full advantage of everything MPTC has to offer!

I will still be at the West Bend Campus so feel free to stop and say hello if you’re ever passing through! 

<3 Hannah

(Photos taken by me and made into posters in my Photoshop class last year. Seagulls in the picture below were taken from a different picture I had taken and placed into this one.)

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! :-)

I added these pages:

·      Recent Blogs: This will show all of my blogs that I have written.

·      Calendar: Every month I will create a new calendar for you to print off and put in your binder for school! It will include events, days off, and a place to put assignments that are due.

·      DIY: This is a do it yourself page. I will post easy meals for you to take to school and fun projects to organize your paperwork! These will all be budget friendly!

·      Hannah’s Locker: This will post my favorite things at MPTC and projects I have done in my Interactive Media Design Program.

I hope you’ll all enjoy these new additions. Don’t forget to follow me!

<3 Hannah

DIY - Folder Organizer

Here is your first DIY project. Enjoy~

DIY – Folder Organizer

 

Step 1: 

Things you’ll need

·       Mod Podge

·       Paint Brush

·       Scissors

·       Colorful Paper you want to use

·       Decorations (I used flowers and Ribbon)

 

Step 2:

Paint a thin layer of mod podge to organizer

AUGUST CALENDAR

Don't forget to print off your August calendar before school starts!! :-)

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:

BOSE Noise Canceling Headphones

Extremely expensive, but has amazing sound. These have a switch on them that filters out any outside noise so you feel alone with your music. These are the best headphones if you need to work in noisy environments. It’s all gone with a flick of a switch.

Direct Sound Extreme Isolation Headphones

These headphones will not bleed any sound to a live microphone when you are recording.

Inspiration-

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

I’ve never been able to start a project on the spot with a brilliant idea. Searching my picture folders or working out while listening to music always seems to spark an idea. Never thought listening to Pump Up the Jam Radio could turn into something more, did you?

While sitting in a classroom thinking of answers to a question or a project I always catch myself doodling on the side on my notebook. I’m sure I’m not alone on this either!

There are many different places that can give you the inspiration you need.

1.     Different Eras: Think of a time in the past or a time in the future. Think of the buildings, people, art, culture, events, and even the emotions that run through that era.

Disc Golf and Lunch-

Looking for something fun to do? How about something fun with a chance of winning $60?

Moraine Park is holding a Disc Golf Game and Lunch on Thursday, August 2^nd at the West Bend Campus. All Moraine Park students, Alumni, and guests are able to join this event for a chance to win $60!

For more information, visit Moraine Park’s Website.

What is Disc Golf? Disc Golf is a game in which individual players throw a disc at a target. Whoever has the fewest number of throws from beginning to the end of the course wins!

This is a fun game for all ages! I’ve been playing disc golf for a couple years and even though I’m not very good it’s still a great reason to get outside and have some fun with friends! 

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.

You don’t have to be a student or be involved with Moraine Park to be able to receive these treatments, anyone can make an appointment!

I went in for highlights and a manicure before and I was very pleased with my results. Everyone is friendly and eager to give you the look you desire. I would recommend Moraine Park’s Techniques Salon & Spa to anyone!

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!

Coming into a new program and not really know what it’s all about can be kind of intimidating. At least I can say it was for me! It probably took me until the second semester to really understand what this program had to offer.

I will be wondering the halls and hopefully peeking into some of your classes this coming semester so don’t be afraid to ask for help or advice! I’m sure that goes for anyone that started this program last year as well.

It’s also a great time to be thinking about your strengths and weaknesses. It’s never too early to be thinking about summer internships or clubs you may want to join! Visiting Moraine Park’s website or talking with your instructor is always a great way to stay ahead of the game.

I’m really looking forward to meeting all of the new comers of the Interactive Program at MPTC this coming fall!

See you all soon!

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. 

From free food to comedians there are a lot of extra curricular activities you can get involved in.

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.

From what I’ve gathered, no one really knows.

Everyone has a plan, some kind of ideal list of tasks to accomplish that will somehow conclude in a job in the near future. But plans change, and so do opportunities.

At the end of the day, it can all seem like wishful thinking, fairy tale stuff. It’s a nice thing to think about when you’re waiting for the bus, but unrealistic nonetheless.

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.

Things have apparently changed. Going to college for 8 hours a day and not having to work last school year really slowed me down. I needed an extra boost of energy to concentrate on projects. 

Taking a nap helped a lot (even if it was on a desk in between classes.) Some people might think that taking time to nap means you’re less productive than those who do not. I do not agree with that at all. Taking a nap helped me focus more in class and have the motivation to do any other things.

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!

  Courtesy of Google Images

Max Lucado

Each sunrise seems to bring fresh reasons for fear.

They're talking layoffs at work, slowdowns in the economy, flare-ups in the Middle East, turnovers at headquarters, downturns in the housing market, upswings in global warming. The plague of our day, terrorism, begins with the word terror. Fear, it seems, has taken up a hundred-year lease on the building next door and set up shop. Oversized and rude, fear herds us into a prison of unlocked doors. Wouldn't it be great to walk out?

Imagine your life, wholly untouched by angst. What if faith, not fear, was your default reaction to threats? If you could hover a fear magnet over your heart and extract every last shaving of dread, insecurity, or doubt, what would remain? Envision a day, just one day, where you could trust more and fear less.

Can you imagine your life without fear?

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.  

Taking a coarse in at a classroom at MPTC you’ll find very few students and hands on activities. The friendly environment helps you open up to others and look forward to going back each week.

This is my favorite form of class offered. I think I learn more by interacting with other students and sharing ideas to make sure we all get the most out of the class.

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:

Courtesy of Google Images

• Plan each day. Planning your day can help you accomplish more and feel more in control of your life. Write a to-do list, putting the most important tasks at the top. Keep a schedule of your daily activities to minimize conflicts and last-minute rushes.

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! When I went to orientation last year it was my first time going to West Bend, WI and to that MPTC campus. I got to meet most of the students and teachers for my program and got a tour of where my classes were.  I hope that you’ll enjoy this opportunity to make your first day of class more enjoyable like I did! Check out Moraine Park’s website for more details.

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?

Courtesy of YouTube

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

  Gradient Mesh Tutorial-

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.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=quxqxXh5OdI

I was shocked how realistic my fruit turned out. Even though the process of making each piece takes a long time, it was fun to see the outcome and made me want to keep on going.  The project we did in class was a wine bar scene. Each student was able to put their own little twist on the project making it fun to see what other people came up with!

Photo Montage-