Moraine Park Technical College

Virtual Tour - National Veterans Memorial & Museum
2024-05-06 11:00 - 11:45 (America/Chicago) | Fond du Lac Campus, Room A-112, 235 N National Ave, Fond du Lac, 54935
Join us for a virtual tour of the National Veterans Memorial and Museum!
A Museum Educator will lead a live walking tour of the Museum’s core exhibit space and rotating exhibition gallery using a 360-degree camera. The educator will take you through the Museum as if they are on an in-person tour. This also allows for more questions and dialogue throughout the visit while sharing some videos that highlight the Veteran journey within the Museum walls.
The virtual tour will also share short videos from veterans of different backgrounds, eras, and branches.
MPTC employees and students are welcome! Please contact Steve Pepper with any questions.
A group viewing space is available in-person in Room A-112 on the FDL Campus, or attend virtually via Zoom.

BD: Zen Den
2024-05-08 11:00 - 13:30 | BD Campus, Room J-105
Take a moment to relax and de-stress! This pop-up Zen Den provides a healthy, peaceful, and meditative space to focus on your own wellbeing. Optional activities include massage chairs, sensory tools, headphones and calming music, coloring, reed diffusors with essential oils, make & take projects, and more. Take a free stress ball to continue de-stressing throughout the rest of the day. Our MPTC Counseling team is here to help you build stronger mental health to carry you through the chaos of daily life.
Located in Room J-105

FDL: Zen Den
2024-05-09 11:00 - 13:30 | FDL A-110 (Cafeteria Lounge)
Take a moment to relax and de-stress! This pop-up Zen Den provides a healthy, peaceful, and meditative space to focus on your own wellbeing. Optional activities include massage chairs, sensory tools, headphones and calming music, coloring, reed diffusors with essential oils, make & take projects, and more. Take a free stress ball to continue de-stressing throughout the rest of the day. Our MPTC Counseling team is here to help you build stronger mental health to carry you through the chaos of daily life.
Located in Cafeteria Lounge (Room A-110)

WB: Zen Den
2024-05-09 11:00 - 13:30 | WB L-160.3 (Cafeteria Lounge)
Take a moment to relax and de-stress! This pop-up Zen Den provides a healthy, peaceful, and meditative space to focus on your own wellbeing. Optional activities include massage chairs, sensory tools, headphones and calming music, coloring, reed diffusors with essential oils, make & take projects, and more. Take a free stress ball to continue de-stressing throughout the rest of the day. Our MPTC Counseling team is here to help you build stronger mental health to carry you through the chaos of daily life.
Located in Cafeteria Lounge (Room L-160.3)

Tea Tasting: Asian Pacific American Heritage Month
2024-05-16 11:00 - 12:30 | Fond du Lac Campus, Room C-005, 235 N. National Avenue, Fond du Lac, WI, 54935
The MPTC Diversity Relations team invites you to a Tea Tasting in celebration of Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month! Stop by any time between 11am-12:30pm for tea, origami, yoga, books, and more.

(BD) Hispanic Heritage Jeopardy
2024-09-16 11:30 - 12:30 | Beaver Dam Cafeteria
Join our Diversity Team in celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month with a game of jeopardy! FREE lunch for student participants!

(WB) Hispanic Heritage Jeopardy
2024-09-17 11:30 - 12:30 | West Bend Cafeteria

(BD) What is a Veteran?
2024-09-18 11:30 - 12:30 | BD Campus, Room K-147
One of the challenges facing many veterans is a lack of public awareness about the military and those who served or are currently serving. Bring your lunch and join us for this informal discussion of what a veteran is, what they look like, and some of the stereotypes associated with those who wore the uniform.

(FDL) Hispanic Heritage Jeopardy
2024-09-19 11:30 - 12:30 | FDL Campus Cafeteria

(WB) What is a Veteran?
2024-09-24 11:30 - 12:30 | West Bend Campus – Room S107, 2151 N Main St, West Bend, WI, 53090-1598, United States

(BD) Walk a Mile in My Shoes Display
2024-10-07 - 2024-10-11 | Beaver Dam Campus Hallways
Step into a variety of figurative shoes as you journey through this interactive display. Peruse personal stories for a glimpse of diverse experiences and perspectives.
The display will be set up around the Beaver Dam campus during the week of October 7-11.

(WB) Domestic Violence Awareness Display
2024-10-07 - 2024-10-11 | West Bend Campus Hallways
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Learn how to identify domestic violence, the various forms it can take, and how you can support survivors and help put an end to domestic violence for good.

(FDL) Walk a Mile in My Shoes Display
2024-10-14 - 2024-10-18 | Fond du Lac Campus
Step into a variety of figurative shoes as you journey through this interactive display. Peruse personal stories for a glimpse of diverse experiences and perspectives.
The display will be set up around the Fond du Lac campus during the week of October 14-18.

(BD) Domestic Violence Awareness Display
2024-10-14 - 2024-10-18 | Beaver Dam Campus Hallways

Indigenous People's Day Coffee & Conversation
2024-10-14 08:30 - 09:30 | Fond du Lac Campus – Room A112, 235 N. National Ave., Fond du Lac, WI, 54936-1940, United States
Join us for an interactive presentation and learn about Native/Indigenous peoples in Wisconsin while enjoying free coffee and pastries. Advance registration is required.
FDL Room A-112 or Join on Teams

(FDL) Domestic Violence Awareness Display
2024-10-21 - 2024-10-25 | Fond du Lac Campus

(WB) Walk a Mile in My Shoes Display
2024-10-28 - 2024-11-01 | West Bend Campus Hallways
Step into a variety of figurative shoes as you journey through this interactive display. Peruse personal stories for a glimpse of diverse experiences and perspectives.
The display will be set up around the West Bend campus during the week of October 28-November 1.

Talking Circles: Civil Discord During Election Season (BD)
2024-10-29 08:30 - 10:00 | BD Campus, Room K-120
The MPTC Diversity team will host in-person talking circles on each campus to help facilitate civil discord during election season. Talking circles is a practice originating from indigenous cultures where you sit in a circle, one person speaks at a time holding a “talking piece” and this allows for more listening and a braver, safer space to engage in civil dialogue. Each group will have a facilitator and time will be kept with the option to “pass” if you do not have anything to say. The goal is to respectfully learn by listening and to learn how to engage respectfully.

Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead): A Celebration of Life and Death
2024-10-30 - 2024-11-01 | Cafeteria in FDL, WB, & BD
Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) honors departed loved ones with food, music, parades, and colorful decorations. Learn more about the symbols and traditions of this celebratory holiday.
This display will be set up on the Beaver Dam, Fond du Lac, and West Bend campuses from October 30 – November 1.

Talking Circles: Civil Discord During Election Season (FDL)
2024-10-30 15:00 - 16:30 | Fond du Lac Campus, Room E-120, 235 N National Ave, Fond du Lac, WI, 54935, United States

Talking Circles: Civil Discord During Election Season (WB)
2024-11-01 12:00 - 13:30 | West Bend Campus, Room L-153

Homelessness Awareness Display (FDL)
2024-11-04 - 2024-11-08 | Fond du Lac Campus
Learn facts and myths about homelessness, with real-life examples and resources.

Military and Community Resource Network Expo
2024-11-06 10:00 - 17:00 | Fond du Lac Campus, Conference Center
Join us at the MCRN Expo to access services, resources, and support for our service members, families, and public. This Expo has something for everyone! Featuring over 40 organizations, businesses, and resources to assist and answer questions on housing, employment, finances, mental health, loans, and education benefits.
Resources and Services on-site:

Suicide Awareness
VA Benefits
Breakout sessions
Housing
Healthcare
Employment

Including these organizations:

Wisconsin Department of Veterans Affairs
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
Department of Workforce Development
Veterans of Foreign Wars
American Legion
Fond du Lac County
Center for Veterans Issues
County Veterans Service Officers Association of Wisconsin
Military & Community Resource Network

Send questions to mcrnetwork00@gmail.com or contact Steve Pepper, Student Veterans Specialist.
2024 MCRN Expo Flyer

Homelessness Awareness Display (WB)
2024-11-11 - 2024-11-15 | West Bend Campus

Veterans Day Coffee & Cake (FDL)
2024-11-11 08:30 - 10:30 | Fond du Lac Campus
Join Steve Pepper, MPTC’s Student Veterans Specialist, for this coffee and card-making social in recognition of Veterans Day.

Veterans Day Coffee & Cake (WB)
2024-11-12 08:30 - 10:30 | West Bend Campus, 2151 N. Main Street, West Bend, WI, 53090

Veterans Day Coffee & Cake (BD)
2024-11-13 08:30 - 10:30 | Beaver Dam Campus

Homelessness Awareness Display (BD)
2024-11-18 - 2024-11-22 | Beaver Dam Campus

Understanding the Parenting/Caregiving Student Experience
2024-11-19 11:30 - 12:30 | Fond du Lac Campus, Room A-103, 235 N National Ave, Fond du Lac, WI, 54935, United States
Join Jackie Morgan, Student Resource & Equity Specialist, to review the foundational and basic elements or characteristics that encompass the parenting/caregiving experience, with a focus on college students.

Global Holidays Display (WB)
2024-12-02 - 2024-12-06 | WB Library Entrance – N-106
Take a whirlwind tour through winter holidays of the world, without leaving campus! Visit this display in WB between December 2-6 to view symbols, items, and facts about a variety of winter celebrations.
