Moraine Park students recently participated in the Wisconsin Student Government Legislative Seminar and student showcase at the capital in Madison. Through this event, they had the opportunity to meet with several state legislators and share the importance of a technical college education.
Congratulations to all involved!
We should share our similarities and celebrate our differences.
M. Scott Peck
I had the opportunity to talk candidly with three outstanding Moraine Park students. Every student who walks the halls of Moraine Park is on an individual path. As you read the stories below, it will become evident that each student has different interests and backgrounds, but what they have in common is the fact that right now they are students at Moraine Park, working hard to achieve their goals.
Linda is from Chicago, but after liking what she saw on the Moraine Park web site, she applied for the Nursing program and moved to Fond du Lac. She had attended school elsewhere previously but liked the resources, scholarships and other ways MPTC could help her accomplish her goals.
“What I enjoy most about Moraine Park is the teamwork and that everyone is so nice,” Linda said. “Everyone has made me feel very welcome, and like I can do this, I can accomplish my goals!”
Something people may not know about her?
“I was abused for most of my life,” she said. “I know I didn’t deserve that, but I’m stronger now.”
She has overcome many obstacles and has set high goals for herself. Five years she hopes to have her associate degree in nursing, own a business, as well as purchase a car and a house.”
Tierney is from Iron River, Michigan. She has been a student here for two years and is a work-study at the Fond du Lac campus front entrance.
“I chose the IT Web Development program,” Tierney said. “Moraine Park’s program emphasizes on back end coding, which is what I was looking for. I love the smaller class sizes, and my teachers, advisor, and the staff are very nice.”
Something people may not know about her?
I like paranormal horror stories,” she said. “I also like writing them. I’m making a choose your own adventure game for one of the stories I wrote.”
Five years from now, her goal is to have her Bachelor degree in software engineering and own a video game business with her boyfriend.
Jonathan has been a cosmetology student at Moraine Park since last fall. He came to the College for the convenience of our location, and the cost.
“I like the great communication between staff and other students here,” he said. “Everyone knows each other.”
Something people may not know about him?
“I am a drag queen,” Jonathan said. “I have performed in Madison, Sheboygan, Neenah, and Fond du Lac.”
Jonathan’s five-year plan is to finish his cosmetology degree, work in a salon, and pursue a degree in fashion design.
“I want to make costumes and cut and style for stage performances.”
I encourage you to take a moment to say hello to the person next to you in the hallway, classroom, cafeteria, or anywhere in between. Strike up a conversation! Ask about their interests, goals, and their Moraine Park experience, you may find that you have more in common than what you think! At the very least you will meet someone new, and perhaps you will become a part of their Moraine Park journey.
Commencement is fast approaching, and there are some important dates on the horizon.
2019 Commencement Ceremony will be on Saturday, May 18 at 10 a.m. at the Fond du Lac High School.
This form must be filled out by all graduates, even those choosing to not participate in the commencement ceremony.
If you are participating in commencement, submit the form by March 20 for your name to appear in the program.
For non-participants or those who don’t want their name in the commencement program, forms are due by May 1.
Click here to access the form.
Stay tuned for information on regalia (cap, gown, and tassel) purchase dates and prices.
For more information on graduation, visit morainepark.edu/gradchecklist. (You will have to sign into your student account to access.)
Bingo ‘n Lunch – Monday, February 4
Sponsored by the Beaver Dam Student Senate.
Volleyball ‘n Dinner – Monday, February 4
Sponsored by the Beaver Dam Student Senate.
Make ‘n Take: Cookies & Milk– Wednesday, February 6
Sponsored by the Beaver Dam Student Senate
Student Senate Meeting- Thursday, February 7
Casino Day- Monday, February 4
Sponsored by the Fond du Lac Student Senate
Red Cross Blood Drive – Tuesday, February 5
Sponsored by Fond du Lac Student Senate.
Student Senate Meeting – Thursday, February 7
Free Hot Chocolate Bar– Monday, February 4
Sponsored by the West Bend Student Senate.
IMD Club Poster and Calendar Sale- Monday, February 4- Wed., February 6
Evening Bingo & Dinner– Tuesday, February 5
Sponsored by the West Bend Student Senate.
Student Senate Meeting– Thursday, February 7
District Student Government Meeting- Friday, February 8
Bookstore Hours
Monday- 8am to 6pm
Tuesday- Friday- 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Food Service Hours
Monday- Thursday: 7:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Friday: 7:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Fond du Lac Starbucks
Monday-Friday: 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Moraine Park Technical College’s Business Practice Firm students made a generous donation to ASTOP this holiday season. The Business Practice Firm class is a required course for business-related Associate degree programs. This year, the class developed a Marker Art Gallery business, where they created homemade arts and crafts, and then sold them on campus. Ryan Burke of Fond du Lac, Kristina Faymoville of Fond du Lac, Alyxis Hall of Oshkosh, Mikayla Kirchner of Adell, and Elizabeth Raven of Fond du Lac, worked together to develop a full business model and manage the marketing, human resources, accounting, and production.
“The Maker Art Gallery inspired creativity,” said Amy Harmsen, business practice firm instructor. “The students worked hard to create different options that would be attractive to a wide variety of people.”
The gallery sold items such as holiday wreaths, spray paint art, hair ribbons, and drawings. On December 20, the students presented ASTOP, a sexual assault service provider that serves Fond du Lac, Green Lake, and Waushara counties, with a check for $122, the full proceeds from their gallery.
“I’m proud of their work,” said Harmsen. “Not only did the students learn how to run a business, but they also helped to better their community in the process.”
For more information on Moraine Park, visit morainepark.edu.
Moraine Park’s West Bend campus held their holiday event on Tuesday, December 4.
Congratulations to the Fond du Lac student senate and clubs who collected over 600 items to donate to the homeless shelters in the community.
The Electrical Power Distribution Club in Beaver Dam has been busy helping the community! They collected and donated food to the local food pantry, and rang bells for the Salvation Army at Shopko.
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