Moraine Park Technical College

Wisconsin Student Government Meeting
2021-01-08
Wisconsin Student Government’s (WSG) mission is to represent, promote, advocate, and protect the interests of the technical colleges and their students. Students who participate create a positive and active network amongst the 16 technical colleges in the state. Opportunities are provided to develop leadership skills.
WSG is comprised of representatives from each of Wisconsin’s 16 technical colleges, and the group meets approximately five times a year throughout the state.
To attend a WSG meeting, contact your Student Life Specialist.
For more information about WSG, visit https://wsgtech.com/

Honoring Ways of Knowing for Biocultural Restoration and Resilience in the Face of Climate Change
2021-01-14 15:00 - 16:00 (America/Chicago)
Campus Compact’s National Webinar series returns for 2020-2021 with more to support and inspire you. Topics touch on issues of relevance to faculty, staff, students, and their partners in education and community building. Be sure to tune to each session for information, tools, and resources to help you in your work.
Honoring Ways of Knowing for Biocultural Restoration and Resilience in the Face of Climate Change

District Board Meeting
2021-01-20 17:00 - 19:00 (America/Chicago) | West Bend Campus, Room T-101, 2151 N. Main Street, West Bend, WI, 53090, United States
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A Skype teleconference option is available for anyone wishing to join/listen in to the meeting remotely:
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Phone: (920) 924-3400
Conference ID: 156261

BD: Welcome Back Grab 'n Go Breakfast
2021-01-25 07:00 - 09:00 (America/Chicago) | Beaver Dam Campus, Commons Area
On the run? Grab yourself some breakfast foods on your way to class!
Free for students and staff while supplies last.
Sponsored by the Beaver Dam Student Senate.

WB: Welcome Back Breakfast
2021-01-25 07:30 - 09:00 (America/Chicago) | West Bend Campus, Commons Area
Enjoy Pancakes, Scrambled Eggs, Bacon, Yogurt Parfait, Coffee and Juices to help you get geared up for the new semester!
7:30am – 9:00am in the Cafe
Sponsored by the West Bend Student Senate

FDL: Welcome Back Breakfast
2021-01-25 07:30 - 10:00 UTC | Fond du Lac Campus, Cafe
Stop by the café for eggs and bacon, pastries, fruit, yogurt, coffee, hot chocolate, and more! FREE for students and staff. First come, first served. Sponsored by FDL Student Senate.

Resilience: How To Keep Going When The Going Gets Tough
2021-01-26 08:00 - 12:00 (America/Chicago) | Online
Conflict, change, and stress are a regular part of everyday organizational life. The key to employee survival is resilience, the ability to bounce back after adversity. Being resilient doesn’t prevent tough challenges from happening, but it does provide individuals with the strength and wherewithal to recover and move on time and time again. This training offers individuals a blueprint for increasing their resilience. Aimed at developing confidence, support networks, achievable goals, and stress management skills.
$169 per person. Price includes materials.

FDL: Make and Take - Macramé Luminary
2021-01-26 10:00 - 14:00 (America/Chicago) | Fond du Lac Campus, Commons Area, 235 N. National Avenue, Fond du Lac, WI, 54935
Light up your semester with a macramé luminary that you have created yourself.
Super simple to make and a great skill to learn. Macramé has long been a relaxing pastime. Free for students and staff. First come, first served.

BD: Make 'n Take - Keychains
2021-01-26 10:30 - 13:30 (America/Chicago) | Beaver Dam Campus, Commons Area
Choose leather or wood and design your own keychain!
Free for students and staff while supplies last.
Sponsored by the Beaver Dam Student Senate.

WB: Welcome Back Lunch with "The T-shirt Guys" customized shirts
2021-01-26 11:00 - 13:00 (America/Chicago) | West Bend Campus, Commons Area
Welcome Back Students!
Enjoy a complimentary lunch (sloppy joes, chips, cookies and beverages) from 11:00am – 1:00pm in Cafe
and for a special welcome gift, we’re bringing in “The T-shirts Guys” to create customized Air Brushed T-shirt Art for all interested students & staff from 11:00am – 2:00pm in the Commons.
Sponsored by the West Bend Senate

WB: Welcome Back Lunch with Comedian Kelly Kellz
2021-01-26 11:30 - 12:30 (America/Chicago) | West Bend Campus, Commons Area
Welcome Back Lunch with Comedian Kelly Kellz
Tuesday, January 26th from 11:30am – 12:30 pm in Commons/Cafe
Reconnect with your MPTC classmates with a tasty lunch and the hilarious comedy of Milwaukee’s own Kelly Kellz. Kelly has a vibrant personality and a strong stage presence that gives her the ability to be relatable and a crowd favorite! Kelly has performed on HBO’s All Def Digital Comedy!
Students and Staff are all WELCOME!
Sponsored by West Bend Student Senate

Employee Engagement: The Supervisor's Guide to Rebuilding and Reconnecting Teams
2021-01-27 08:00 - 12:00 (America/Chicago) | Online
This course introduces leaders and managers alike to the tools and techniques for ensuring employees feel valued and supported in their day-to-day responsibilities. Organized into four distinct categories or strategies for employee engagement, the program offers self-assessments, interactive activities, and practical knowledge for becoming an effective and influential leader.
$159 per person. Price includes materials.

WB: Welcome Week Bingo
2021-01-27 11:30 - 12:30 (America/Chicago) | West Bend Campus, Commons Area
Come on down to the Commons for your chance to win MPTC swag and Gift Cards during our favorite West Bend pastime – BINGO!
11:30am – 12:30 pm in the Commons
Sponsored by West Bend Student Senate

BD: Student Senate Meeting
2021-01-28 11:30 - 12:30 (America/Chicago) | BD K-305
You are invited to Student Senate! Membership requirements are minimal but meaningful. Besides enhancing their employability skills and resumes, members receive a ton of perks!
FREE lunch for members and prospective members.
Join us. Why?

To enhance your resume
To develop employability skills
To meet new people and make friends
To get involved
To network – on campus, in the community and throughout the state
To plan and promote entertaining and educational activities and events
To give a voice to Moraine Park’s student body and make decisions that affect them
To attend leadership and programming conferences and workshops, legislative seminars, and state-wide student government meetings
To experience college life and learning beyond the classroom
To influence change at Moraine Park
To grow as a leader, team-player and communicator
To learn balance, multi-tasking and prioritization
To make a difference in the community by supporting, sponsoring and leading community service projects
To have fun!

All students are welcome.
For more information, contact Lisa (K-323), lmanuell@morainepark.edu, 920-887-4462.

FDL: Student Senate Meeting
2021-01-28 11:30 - 12:30 (America/Chicago) | Fond du Lac Campus, Room A-112, 235 N National Ave, Fond du Lac, 54935
Do you want to meet new people, plan activities, make important decisions, and enhance your resume? If yes, join us! Besides enhancing their employability skills and resume, members receive a ton of perks!
All students are welcome. FREE lunch for those that attend.

WB: Student Senate Meeting
2021-01-28 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Chicago) | West Bend Campus Room T-101
12:00pm – 1:00pm; Room T101
MPTC Interim Dean of Students/Title IX Coordinator, Kim Schwamn will be our Special Guest
You are invited to Student Senate! Membership requirements are minimal but meaningful. Besides enhancing their employability skills and resumes, members receive a ton of perks!
FREE lunch for members and prospective members.
Join us. Why?

To enhance your resume
To develop employability skills
To meet new people and make friends
To get involved
To network – on campus, in the community and throughout the state
To plan and promote entertaining and educational activities and events
To give a voice to Moraine Park’s student body and make decisions that affect them
To attend leadership and programming conferences and workshops, legislative seminars, and state-wide student government meetings
To experience college life and learning beyond the classroom
To influence change at Moraine Park
To grow as a leader, team-player and communicator
To learn balance, multi-tasking and prioritization
To make a difference in the community by supporting, sponsoring and leading community service projects
To have fun!

All students are welcome.
For more information, please contact Sandy (Student Involvement Specialist) at sbotham@morainepark.edu.

National Electrical Code Updates Chapters 1-9
2021-01-30 07:30 - 11:30 (America/Chicago) | Fond du Lac Campus, Room B-129, 235 N National Ave, Fond du Lac, WI, 54935, United States
Provides the students with 24 hours of instruction related to change, additions, deletions in the current National Electrical Code Chapters 1-9 of the NEC and SPS 316. Class is approved for 24 hours of continuing education credit by the Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services for electricians and inspectors. Emphasizes code application as it relates to electrical residential, commercial, and industrial installations to determine compliance with the state and national electrical code.
Each topic is presented in a PowerPoint format followed by discussion and questions related to code. Students should bring a copy of the National Electrical Code book. Students will receive an updated copy of SPS 316.
Take all of the classes and you will complete the requirement of 24 hours of Continuing Education Units required by the Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services for:
• Master Electrician
• Registered Electrician
• Residential Master Electrician
• Commercial Electrical Inspector
• Journeyman Electrician
• Industrial Journeyman Electrician
• Residential Journeyman Electrician
• UDC Electrical Inspector
This class meets Saturdays, January 30, February 6, 13, 20, 27 and March 6, 2021.
$459 per person. Lunch is on your own.

Welding Processes GMAW Workshop I
2021-01-30 08:00 - 11:45 (America/Chicago) | Fond du Lac Campus, Room E-156, 235 N National Ave , Fond du Lac , 54935
This 5 week workshop is designed to provide students with basic knowledge of welding. It is ideal for skilled tradespeople, career changers, continuing education related training or those that just want to know more about welding. We will introduce you to welding terminology, safety, machine setup and shut down, metal identification, plasma cutting and GMAW welding processes and positons. Learn how welding equipment functions and then practice your new skills to make quality gas metal arc welds on metals of different thicknesses. Other welding processes may be explored with the permission of the instructor.
This class meets Saturdays, January 30, February 6, 13 and 20, 2021.
$169 per person.

Forklift Safety
2021-01-30 08:00 - 16:00 (America/Chicago) | Fond du Lac Campus, Room B-128, 235 N. National Ave., Fond du Lac, WI, 54936, United States
Explore the fundamentals of forklift operation in the workplace. Students receive hands-on application by practicing with a forklift. Participants examine factors affecting safe operation for the operator, the load, the forklift and the physical environment. Certification is available upon completion for propane, electric and pallet jack forklifts (types I, IV, V). Class is compliant with OSHA standard 1910.178 for powered trucks. Forklift books are included in the cost and will be distributed by the instructor the day of the class.
$125 per person. Price includes materials. Lunch is on your own.

Guide to QuickBook Constructions
2021-01-30 08:30 - 11:30 (America/Chicago) | West Bend Campus, Room T-105, 2151 N Main St, West Bend, 53090
Explore the features of QuickBooks specifically useful for contractors. Topics include creating estimates, running job cost reports, tracking time, producing statements and invoices, and using the sales tax and payroll features. Staying organized helps you make better decisions and saves you time and money at tax time. Approved by State of WI for three hours of credit for Dwelling Contractor Qualifier.
$50 per person. Price includes materials.

Work Cooperatively in Teams
2021-02-01 | Online
Participants learn to work with others on a team to solve problems by identifying their responsibilities as team members, participating in group decision making, and applying strengths and opinions of others to complete projects.
Online self-paced course. Enroll any time between February 1 – May 1, 2021 and complete on your own schedule.
$99 per person.

Practical Project Management
2021-02-01 | Online
Successfully completing projects on time and within budget is critical to business success at all levels. Yet many project managers need help understanding the key principles to be successful. This course provides project managers an understanding of the steps to successfully lead projects to completion, including definition, planning and implementation.
This 16-hour online course is available online from February 1-12, 2021.
$599 per person.

Work Productively
2021-02-01 | Online
Participants learn the importance of completing projects within specified resources parameters and time frames. Learning activities focus on prioritizing tasks, apply industry standards and practices to ensure quality work, and seeking out opportunities to increase individual productivity.
Online self-paced course. Enroll any time between February 1 – May 1, 2021 and complete on your own schedule.
$99 per person.

Demonstrate Integrity
2021-02-01 | Online
Participants learn to demonstrate trustworthiness by being honest, dependable, and reliable. Learning activities help participants learn to apply ethical standards to workplace conduct, and to consistently produce high-quality work.
Online self-paced course. Enroll any time between February 1 – May 1, 2021 and complete on your own schedule.
$99 per person.

Communicate Clearly
2021-02-01 | Online
Participants learn to be clear and concise when giving directions and presenting information in an organized format. They further learn to communicate in writing using appropriate grammar, spelling format and technical terms, according to established writing standards.
Online self-paced course. Enroll any time between
February 1 – May 1, 2021 and complete on your own schedule.
$99 per person.

Think Critically
2021-02-01 | Online
Participants learn to differentiate assumptions from reality, maintain an open mind approaching concepts and problems from different perspectives, and use systematic, logical thinking to analyze processes.
Online self-paced course. Enroll any time between
February 1 – May 1, 2021 and complete on your own schedule.
$99 per person.

Understanding Diverse Thinking And Communication Styles
2021-02-01 | Online
The Diversity Game quickly gives individuals a picture of their thinking and communication styles and helps them find ways to improve communication with others whose styles differ from their own. This interactive game is based on the Herrmann Whole Brain Model that divides mental processing preferences into four distinct clusters or style preferences.
Online self-paced course. Enroll any time between February 1 – May 1, 2021 and complete on your own schedule.
$55 per person.

Managing The Performance of Others
2021-02-01 08:00 - 12:00 (America/Chicago) | Online
As the manager, supervisor or leader of a work group or team, performance leaders help others do the work that ultimately makes an organization successful. They must ensure employee performance aligns with the direction and strategy of the organization. The skills taught in this workshop help participants prepare for and conduct different types of performance-related discussions. In this series, participants focus on building competence in the areas of: team accountability, coaching, business thinking, decision making, and change management.
Series Price: $950 per person. Price includes materials.

WB: Super Bowl Word Game Raffle
2021-02-01 11:00 - 13:00 (America/Chicago) | West Bend Campus, Commons Area
It’s SUPER BOWL LV WEEK!
Stop by the Commons, successfully finish a Super Bowl word game activity and you’ll get entered into a raffle for Gift Cards and MPTC swag!
Sponsored by the West Bend Senate

FDL: Grab 'n Go
2021-02-01 11:30 - 12:30 (America/Chicago) | Fond du Lac Campus, Commons Area, 235 N. National Avenue, Fond du Lac, WI, 54935
Swing by and grab a hot chocolate bomb and a freebie. First come, first served.
