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Congratulations 2021 Spring & Summer Dean’s Lists!

Moraine Park Technical College has released the Spring and Summer 2021 Dean’s lists.

To qualify for this distinction, a student must be enrolled in at least six undergraduate-level course credits, earn a minimum grade point average of 3.5, not have a failing or incomplete grade for the semester, and be in good academic standing.

Congratulations to all our Dean’s list students- this is a huge accomplishment!

August 26, 2021by Emilie Wilson
Student Life

MPTC Student Awards!

Each year, Moraine Park Technical College recognizes the hard work and academic achievement of students throughout the year.

The 2021-22 District Student Ambassador Award was presented to Amanda Kollmorgan of Fond du Lac. Haley Van Raden of West Bend, the 2020-21 District Student Ambassador was also recognized. The Moraine Park District Student Ambassador Award identifies outstanding students in the technical college system, with nominations solicited from faculty and staff in the spring semester of each year. Finalist for the District Student Ambassador Award were McKenna Draves of Fond du Lac and Kaci Wendt of Waupun.

The Leadership & Service Award is reserved for members of Moraine Park’s Student Government. A student’s comprehensive level of commitment to the College and their representation of the student body through their attendance and engagement in Student Government and its related opportunities are taken into consideration during award selection.  This year’s recipients were Avery Aarmga of Waupun, Alan Bago of Menomonee Falls, Michael Breitzka of Waupun, Jacob Bryant of Beaver Dam, Amanda Burg of Appleton, Anna Callies of West Bend, Kenzie Croce of West Bend, Austin Duller of Germantown, Brent Fassbender of Fredonia, Melissa Haase of Beaver Dam, Gretchen Kirchberg of Columbus, Emily Klemm-Jacoby of Port Washington, Payton Kollmann of Malone, Brent Kroll of Crivitz, Ashley Kwakkel of Waupun, Ashley Lambert of Fond du Lac, Al Loveland of Eden, Alex Lutz of Campbellsport, Abbie Meier of Ripon, Willy Millard of Fond du Lac, Ethan Rens of Rosendale, Leonardo Sanchez of West Bend, Katie Schultz of Lomira, Barbara Turner of Beaver Dam, Haley Van Raden of West Bend, Emily Vick of Beaver Dam, Josh Wolf of West Bend, Katrina Wolfe of West Bend, and Seth Woodke of Cascade.

Student Senate leadership recognition included Dylan Jordan of Woodruff, Beaver Dam Student Senate President; Willy Mallard, Fond du Lac Student Senate President; and Haley Van Raden of West Bend, West Bend Student Senate President.

Student Government leadership for District Student Government (DSG) and Wisconsin Student Government (WSG) was Barbara Turner of Beaver Dam, DSG President.

For more information on Moraine Park, visit morainepark.edu.

May 20, 2021by Kristina Haensgen
Student Life

Haley’s Graduation Gift Ideas

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Believe it or not, graduation is right around the corner!

Do you know someone who is graduation this year?  If so, you can congratulate them by giving them a thoughtful gift.

I’ve made a list below of some great gift ideas for 2021. Also, gifts marked with a ($) are $15 and under and ($$$) are $25-$50.

Happy gifting! 😊

  • Bluetooth speaker ($$$)
  • Gift card ($ or $$$)
  • Candy gift basket ($)
  • Basic cookbook ($)
  • Mantra Band ($$$)
  • Travel passport wallet ($)
  • Card games ($$$)
  • Planner notepads ($)
  • Portable charger ($)
  • Personalized cup ($$$)
  • World bucket list scratch off ($$$)
May 8, 2021by Haley VanRaden - Moraine Park District Student Ambassador
Achievement, Student Life

Moraine Park Names Amanda Kollmorgan as 2021-22 District Student Ambassador

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Moraine Park Technical College has selected Amanda Kollmorgan, of Fond du Lac, as the 2021-22 District Student Ambassador. 

Kollmorgan, an active-duty communications security manager for the Army, came to Moraine Park to finish the college degree she started at a 4-year university. 

“I began my college journey in 2010, right after my deployment to Iraq,” she said. “I didn’t transition well and felt like another face in the crowd. I was not only looking for a great education but also a personalized experience and a place I belonged. I immediately found that at Moraine Park.” 

Kollmorgan’s role in the army prepared her for the Leadership Development program, and she was able to take her classroom knowledge and implement it in her work life. She will earn her Associate degree in Leadership Development this fall and plans to pursue a degree in Accounting as well. 

“Both of these programs align with my current and future goals,” she said. “In my retirement, I hope to own a bakery. The skills I’m learning in leadership and business will help prepare me for that big-picture goal.” 

Kollmorgan is also active on the Fond du Lac Campus, where she is a member of the Student Government, Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM), Student Veteran Association (SVA), and Phi Theta Kappa. 

“For over 14 years, my entire identity has been the Army,” she said. “I love being a soldier, but I was also looking to be part of something more. Moraine Park has not only made me feel like a welcomed part of their family- but being here has ignited passions and goals that I did not know existed before. I am excited for my future and the opportunities it holds.” 

To be eligible for this distinction, students must be nominated by a faculty or staff member at the College, and then give a presentation to a selection committee. In total, there were three students in the final consideration for this role. 

As the selected 2021-22 District Student Ambassador, Kollmorgan will actively serve as a member of the student government, advocate for Moraine Park and the Wisconsin Technical College System as a whole, assist with College activities and events, and represent the student body within the community. 

“Being named the District Student Ambassador is a huge honor,” she said. “I look forward to advocating for my classmates and sharing the many benefits of Moraine Park and a technical college education.” 

For more information on Moraine Park, visit morainepark.edu.

April 20, 2021by Kristina Haensgen
Student Life

Scoping Out Birthday Freebies with Haley!

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Who does not LOVE free things- ESPICALLY on your birthday? My favorite 4 letter word is FREE!

My birthday is in a couple of weeks, so I have been busy looking up places that offer a discount/freebie. I have listed them here for you to enjoy as well! Please remember that stores may change or alter their offerings- so it’s best to check with your local store first.

  • Goodwill
    • A birthday month discount.
  • Applebee’s
    • Member’s of the email club receive free dessert.
  • Baskin-Robbins
    • Members of the Birthday Club receive free ice cream.
  • Dairy Queen
    • BOGO coupon for signing up for the blizzard fan club.
  • Dunkin’ Donuts
    • DD perks members get free drink on their birthday.
  • Firehouse Subs
    • Sign up for rewards and receive a free medium sub.
  • Jersey’s Mike’s Subs
    • Sign up for email club and get a free birthday sub and drink.
  • Noodles & Company
    • Sign up for noodles family and receive a special offer the week before your birthday.
April 18, 2021by Haley VanRaden - Moraine Park District Student Ambassador
Student Life

Stay Organized With Haley!

Have you ever wondered if there are apps out there to help college students?

A while back, I investigated a couple that would help my stay organized. These are some that I found:

  • Pomodoro timer (work 25 and break for 5 timer)
  • Stay focused (blocks time draining websites that distract you)
  • Evernote (records notes, lectures, videos, etc.).

I also found apps that list available student discounts.

  • Cartwheel (targets mobile app)
  • Chegg (help save on textbooks)
  • Deal hack (student discounts)
  • Fake spot (hides fake reviews)

Feel free to do research on your own, the ones listed above are just what I have found useful!

Happy studying or shopping, which every you decide. 😊

March 16, 2021by Haley VanRaden - Moraine Park District Student Ambassador
Student Life

Students- Share your Feedback with MPTC!

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Hello fellow students! 😊

I wanted to let everyone know that on March 8 you will get a survey link from the College in your student email.

This survey contains useful information that will be used to identify the satisfaction of MPTC students, including how helpful MPTC is, the atmosphere, financial aid, etc. This will only take about 10-15 minutes to complete and will greatly benefit everyone.

I encourage you all to take a few minutes and participate. As an FYI- we have 2 weeks to complete the survey, and every student who participates will be given 75 Max Points, and will be entered to win a $25 MPTC bookstore gift card and a 16 GB iPad!!

**Not familiar with Max Points? These are points you earn for being active with the College on MyMPTCstudent and in student life on campus. You can use your Max Points to get prizes such as Amazon gift cards, free food from our MPTC Café, MPTC bookstore gift cards, and much more!

Be sure to watch your email on March 8 and participate in this important survey.

-Haley

March 4, 2021by Haley VanRaden - Moraine Park District Student Ambassador
Health Careers & Wellness, Student Life

West Bend Nurses gets Creative to Wish Seniors a Happy Valentine’s Day

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Wednesday, Feb 10th the West Bend Student Nursing Association (SNA) group put their books away for an hour or so to be creative and add a little cheer to the residents at Cedar Community in West Bend. 

Using stamps, ink, scissors and colored pencils they created valentine cards for residents.  Some of these cards were attached to personal care items.

  The cards and the small gifts were given to the Cedar Community Activities department and distributed to the to residents. 

For more information, visit morainepark.edu.

February 15, 2021by Kristina Haensgen
Student Life

Spring 2021 Student Senate Leadership

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Introducing our spring 2021 Student Senate leadership! There is a Student Senate group on each campus- and they provide individualized attention to campus issues and activities. Representatives include at-large members and representatives from each campus club.

Students are welcome and encouraged to join the group- as an added bonus, lunch is provided at the meetings!

Fond du Lac

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Left to right: Gretchen Kirchberg, Willy Millard, Ashley Lambert

President

Willy Millard of Fond du Lac-Cosmetology program

Vice President

Ashley Lambert of Fond du Lac-Graphic Communications

Secretary

Gretchen Kirchberg of Columbus-Mechanical Design Technology program

Beaver Dam

Left to right: Avery Armga, Dylan Jordan, and Seth Woodke.

President

Dylan Jordan of Woodruff – Electrical Power Distribution program

Vice President

Avery Armga of Waupun- Electrical Power Distribution program

Secretary

Seth Woodke of Cascade- Electrical Power Distribution program

West Bend

Left to right: Alan Bago, Haley VanRaden, Brent Fassbender

President

Haley Van Raden of West Bend- IT program

Vice President

Alan Bago of Milwaukee- IT Software program

Secretary

Brent Fassbender of Fredonia- Human Resources program

morainepark.edu/student-life

January 29, 2021by Kristina Haensgen
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