News & Announcements for graphic design students at Parkland College in Champaign IL USA
Some of the independent font foundries are especially fun to watch, because they’re using inventive ways to market their wares. Case in point: how about a trailer for an upcoming font release?
http://www.creativepro.com/article/new-font-has-its-own-movie-trailer
The new Speech Lab is now open, serving students, faculty and staff – it is a place to get coaching and practice for your next presentation, to improve delivery skills, or to cope with speaking anxiety. Hours: M, W, F: 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. and M, W: 1:00 – 2:00 p.m., Tuesday/Thursday: 12:00 – 1:00 p.m. & 3:00-5:00 p.m., Monday evening: 5:00 – 6:00 p.m. Room C240. For more information contact Julie Weishar jweishar@parkland.edu or 353-2029.
The Parkland Library is now subscribing to two new magazines that might be of interest to graphic designers: Computer Arts and Dynamic Graphics. Graphic design students may check out magazines under special arrangement with the Library Director.
As a student, you can purchase the same Adobe Creative Suite software we have in C138 for about $600 directly from Apple’s web site (there is a qualifying procedure). However, if you are lucky enough to know a student at UIUC, they can purchase it for you for about $300 (a valid I-card is required).
Qualified individuals may be able to receive Graphic Design USA for free. GDUSA covers the latest industry news, trends, people, events, projects, products, services and ideas in the U.S. They also publish an annual awards show. When submitting the online form, students may wish to position themselves as a freelance graphic designer.
A representative from the Illinois Student Assistance Commission (ISAC) will present information about general budgeting and money management on Monday, August 28, at Noon in the Gallery Lounge. This session will last 30-45 minutes, and is sponsored by the Office of Financial Aid as part of Student Life’s Welcome Week.
Managing money is one of the most important life-skills a person can have–and, for some, one of the hardest to learn. Knowing your budget and finances are under control will eliminate one potential source of stress, and allow you to concentrate your energies on other areas of your life.
Handouts on different aspects of money management will be available at the Financial Aid table during the session, and you’ll have a chance to ask questions during the presentation. If you would like to discuss this on a more in-depth and personal level, Financial Aid advisors are available to help you plan a budget and discuss other money management issues Monday-Friday, from 9:00 – 11:30 A.M. and 1:00 – 4:00 P.M., unless otherwise posted.
