PRESENTSTIONS
Seeing the upperclassmen presentations was interesting– especially since two of the presenters are my colleagues in class.
The photo communication presentation was my overall favorite. I’ve never studied photography so hearing someone speak to their experiences and show us photos was a particularly interesting. I liked hearing how she used her study abroad to benefit her photography, as I am having trouble connecting my major to a program abroad.
Seeing the graphic design presentation was interesting in a different way. As a hobby for years I’ve been studying graphic design and designing things causally for my friends. Now that at my job I am actively creating, I’ve begun to put together a portfolio. I liked seeing that we have different approaches to it. Many people assume all graphic design is that same.
The art in education presentation didn’t hold me in particular. I’ve never had much interest in teaching, although I did like hearing from a transfer student point of view. I expirence a lot of frustration from it and there is something in knowing other people have similar expirence– although I wish it was easier to transfer.
The final interactive game studies was… weird to watch. I am a senior in the already small program so seeing Omar and John present was strange. Many of the games and projects discussed I either worked on, or were created in the class they were made in. There is also something about knowing the presenters personally that removes a bit of formality.
WEBSITES
http://www.lachab.com/
I like this website because it’s clean and direct. No distracting visuals. There are a couple changes I’d make in copy, but overall it’s purposeful.
This site, like the last, is clean and sharp. The design elements are crisp while the content tells you what you need to know.
https://bert.house/en/
I enjoy this site because it has a distinct personality but is not overwhelmed. Quirky has a tendency to be too much. However, this site is easy to navigate and fun.