Moraine Park Technical College

Diversity Forum 2020
2020-10-27 08:00 - 16:00 (America/Chicago)
The 2020 Diversity Forum will feature a keynote address by Robin DiAngelo, PhD, author of the widely acclaimed bestseller “White Fragility: Why It’s So Hard for White People to Talk About Racism.”
https://today.wisc.edu/events/view/148839

BD: Halloween Treats
2020-10-27 11:30 - 12:30 (America/Chicago) | Beaver Dam Campus, Commons Area
Stop by for free Halloween treats!
While supplies last. Available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Sponsored by the Beaver Dam Student Senate.

The African American Land Ethic
2020-10-27 19:00 - 20:30 (America/Chicago)
Lillian “Ebonie” Alexander is the executive director of the Black Family Land Trust. The BFLT defines the African American Land Ethic as blending the concepts of phenomenology, Leopold’s land ethic, and cultural competence to describe African Americans’ historical relationship with the land and how that relationship dictates the value placed on land ownership in the United States, particularly in the rural south.
Free. Register by October 23: forms.gle/s15eyFDUwVsruBan6.

FDL: Halloween Treat
2020-10-28 11:30 - 12:30 (America/Chicago) | Fond du Lac Campus, Commons Area, 235 N. National Avenue, Fond du Lac, WI, 54935
Celebrate Halloween with a sweet treat and a freebie. One per person. First come, first served. Free for students and staff.

Virtual Trivia Hour for all MPTC students
2020-10-28 11:30 - 12:30 (America/Chicago)
Event: Virtual Trivia Hour for all MPTC students
When: Wednesday, October 28th from 11:30 am – 12:30 pm.
Description: Have a blast connecting with your neighbors through a unique virtual experience full of trivia and laughs. Safely socialize with fellow Moraine Park Technical College students on a live/hosted Zoom video call from the comfort of your own home (with or without your camera on). If that isn’t enough to be excited about, winners get to take home some awesome prizes!
The following link leads to a virtual event promo video to show how much fun you will have when you join–> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r5oSQRYjcCk.
Join on your laptop (preferred) or phone to answer various forms of fun trivia experienced in small group settings. A friendly trivia host will be in charge of asking questions in multiple entertaining ways, ensuring you easily make new friends, and creating/switching teams during the event!
Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87866967543?pwd=ZWdjNm5rZWI0K1hBSmVGZlAxRG5zUT09
Meeting ID: 878 6696 7543
Password (all lower case letters): playnow
Note: The virtual doors open at 11:30 am and close at 12:00 pm. Scoring will be kept throughout the event so players who arrive on time will have more opportunities to earn points! Once you join, the trivia host will gladly explain everything you need to know.
Zoom Instructions: You can access the video call by clicking the link above OR by going to zoom.com → select “Join a Meeting” → enter the Meeting ID and Password provided in this invite. If you haven’t used Zoom before, you can quickly download the free Zoom app or download their free software in advance (takes roughly 1-2 minutes). A laptop is highly preferred but you can also use your phone to enjoy the fun.
Have: Pen, paper, and lots of light on your smiling face!

BD: Pet Photo Contest
2020-10-29, 2020-11-05
Submit your favorite photo of your pet(s) now through November 5 for your chance at $100, $75 or $50!
Email your photo to lmanuell@morainepark.edu
One entry per person
Photos must have been taken in the year 2020
Voting takes place on Tuesday, November 10 through 12 noon on Tuesday, November 17.
Photos will be displayed on the bulletin board near the commons area.
Voting is open to everyone, not just those who submitted a photo, so stop by to cast a vote for your favorite entry! (One vote per person)
Prizes
One 1st place winner: $100
One 2nd place winner: $75
One 3rd place winner: $50
Winners will be notified via email by Friday, November 20 and will receive gift cards as prizes

FDL: Student Senate Meeting
2020-10-29 11:30 - 12:30, 2020-11-12 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.

BD: Student Senate Meeting
2020-10-29 11:30 - 12:30, 2020-11-05 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.

WB: Family Halloween Drive In MOVIE
2020-10-30 17:00 - 22:00 (America/Chicago) | West Bend Campus, Main Parking Lot
MPTC West Bend Student Senate presents:
Family Halloween Drive In Movie to benefit the United Way of Washington County
Moraine Park Technical College – West Bend; T2 Parking Lot (Space is limited to 64 cars)
Friday, October 30th: 5:00pm – 10:00pm
Cost: $5 per person; Children 5 and under are FREE (all proceeds benefits the United Way)
REGISTER HERE
5:00pm: Lot opens

Drive through Trick or Treating
Concessions
Spooky Halloween Music

6:00-6:30pm: Car Decorating Contest (costumes will be added bonus points)
6:30pm: United Way Fundraising REVEAL
6:45pm: The Nightmare before Christmas (PG) (run time 1hr 16 mins)
8:30ish pm: Beetlejuice (PG) (run time 1 hr 32 mins)
If you have any questions about the Drive In Movie, feel free to contact Sandy Botham, the Student Senate Advisor at sbotham@morainepark.edu or (262) 335-5743.

Lean Six Sigma
2020-11-02 | Online
In today’s world, Lean is a part of the business environment. Lean Six Sigma attacks inefficiencies, non-value added wastes caused by defects, non-value-added flow of information or materials, non-productive time, data storage, stacks of inventory, overproduction and extra processing. With Lean Six Sigma techniques you will have the skills to lead successfully in both service and manufacturing industries.
16 hour – Online offering available November 2 – 27, 2020.
$245 per person.
To register, visit bit.ly/UGCMPTC.

Power Selling
2020-11-02 | Online
Gain a better understanding of the importance of the sales function and learn new skills in relationship management, prospecting, customer management, and delivering a compelling sales presentation.
Online offering available from November 2 – 27, 2020.
$195 per person.

CDL Learner's Permit Exam Prep
2020-11-02 17:30 - 21:15 (America/Chicago) | Fond du Lac Campus, Room B-127, 235 N National Ave, Fond du Lac, WI, 54935, United States
The WI Commercial Driver’s License Learner’s Permit exam prep class is designed to help you pass the written portion of the CDL exam or the knowledge test. Upon completion, students may test and obtain a Commercial Learner’s Permit (CLP). This is the first step to becoming a truck driver. Students are now qualified to start behind the wheel training with another person licensed to drive the same type of vehicle. Disclaimer: Moraine Park does not provide vehicles to practice on.
This class meets Monday – Thursday, November 2, 3, 4 and 5, 2020.
$150 per person. Price includes materials

WB: Make n Take: Dream Catcher in honor of Native American Heritage Month
2020-11-04 11:00 - 13:00 (America/Chicago) | West Bend Campus, Commons Area
Wednesday, November 4th from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm (or while supplies last) in Commons Area
The word in most Native American languages for Dream Catcher is the same word used for “spider” (hence the web-like base of the ever-popular dream catcher). Students create their own dream catcher, which is said to protect their creator from nightmares.
Stop by the Commons and honor the Native American culture by making your own Dream Catcher!
Sponsored by the West Bend Senate

FDL: Make and Give
2020-11-04 11:30 - 12:30 (America/Chicago) | Fond du Lac Campus, Commons Area, 235 N. National Avenue, Fond du Lac, WI, 54935
Make a craft to be given to the local nursing homes. Free snacks for participants.

District Board Workshop
2020-11-04 16:00 - 19:00 (America/Chicago) | Radisson Hotel and Conference Center, 625 West Rolling Meadows Drive, Board Room 1, Fond du Lac, WI, 54937, United States
Click here to view the agenda

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Grand Canyon University Information Session
2020-11-06 10:00 - 12:00 (America/Chicago) | Virtual
Learn more about Grand Canyon University!
Please email Emma.korte@gcu.edu for the zoom link.

WB: French Fry Friday
2020-11-06 11:30 - 13:00 (America/Chicago) | West Bend Campus, Commons Area
FRENCH FRY FRIDAY: Friday, November 6th from 11:30am – 1:00pm
Who doesn’t love French Fries!!! Stop by the Cafe to pick up a FREE basket of French Fries to kick off the weekend!
Sponsored by the West Bend Senate

Lakeland University Webinar
2020-11-09 10:00 - 11:00 (America/Chicago) | Virtual
FREE WEBINARS FOR MORAINE PARK TECHNICAL COLLEGE STUDENTS
Lakeland University and Moraine Park Technical College have formed an innovative partnership that provides a unique higher-education option to Moraine Park Technical College students. Students who have completed their associate degree continue their education at Lakeland by entering as a college junior to complete any bachelors degree; related or new! Join us for one of our upcoming webinars, where we will provide you with an excellent opportunity to learn more about Lakeland, and the benefits you are awarded!
The webinar(s) will include:

An overview of our undergraduate programs
Picture of Lakeland’s flexible delivery options, including its online option.
Free transcript evaluation process (transfer up to 72-credits).
A description of the application and admissions process.
Time for your questions.

Upcoming webinars:
Click the links below to access each webinar! No registration required!

Oct. 22 @ 12 p.m.
Nov. 9 @ 10 a.m.
Nov. 19 @ 3 p.m.
Dec. 8 @ 1 p.m.

Please join one of these FREE events!

Introduction to CAD Drawing I
2020-11-09 17:30 - 20:30 (America/Chicago) | West Bend Campus, Room L-139, 2151 N. Main St., West Bend, WI, 53090, United States
Introduces the student to the basics of computer-aided drawing (CAD) techniques and it’s uses in the construction industry. Students explore basic construction drawings. Familiarity with basic computer knowledge and blueprint reading helpful.
This class meets on Monday, November 9 and Wednesday, November 11, 2020.
$69 per person. Price includes materials.

FDL: Make and Take: Build Your Own Terrarium
2020-11-10 10:00 - 14:00 (America/Chicago) | Fond du Lac Campus, Commons Area, 235 N. National Avenue, Fond du Lac, WI, 54935
Make your own miniature landscapes! We provide the glass containers, soil, rocks, moss, and the plants, and you get to arrange and display as you wish in the terrarium. Free for students. First come, first served.

BD: Make 'n Take - Dry Erase Boards
2020-11-10 11:00 - 13:00 (America/Chicago) | Beaver Dam Campus, Commons Area
Customize your own whiteboard by adding your name, a personal photo or phrase!
Free, while supplies last. Available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Sponsored by the Beaver Dam Student Senate.

WB: Bingo with FREE HOT DOGS
2020-11-10 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Chicago) | West Bend Campus, Commons Area
Bingo with Lunch in the Commons/Cafe
Tuesday, November 10th from 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
Come down to the Cafe and play B.I.N.G.O for your chance to win lots of fun prizes and gift cards!
Student are FREE with an ID, Staff is $1 (limited to one win).
Sponsored by the West Bend Student Senate

WB - Student Senate Meeting with Free Lunch
2020-11-12 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Chicago) | West Bend Campus Room T-101
Student Senate Meeting: 12:00pm – 1:00pm in Room T-101 (Auditorium)
Lunch provided
Do you want to make a positive impact at the campus, district and state level as well as in the community while attending MPTC? Would you like to enhance your leadership skills, networking and volunteer opportunities? Attend a Student Senate meeting to learn how you can get engaged and grow as a student leader on our campus!
For more information, feel free to stop by Student Life (Room L-160.2) and talk to Sandy Botham, the Student Involvement Spec

Wisconsin Student Government Meeting
2020-11-13
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/

MLT Club BINGO-Cancelled
2020-11-16 16:30 - 17:30 (America/Chicago) | Fond du Lac Campus, Commons Area, 235 N. National Avenue, Fond du Lac, WI, 54935
Join the MLT Club as they host an evening BINGO. Good luck!

FDL: Pancake Palooza
2020-11-17 07:30 - 10:00 UTC | Fond du Lac Campus, Commons Area, 235 N. National Avenue, Fond du Lac, WI, 54935
Stop by the cafe for regular or chocolate chip pancakes. Free for students and staff! First come, first served.

WB: HVAC Coats (& winter gear) for Kids Drive & Holiday Food Drive
2020-11-17 08:00 - 2020-12-04 15:00 (America/Chicago) | West Bend Campus, Commons Area
The HVAC Club (West Bend) is having a Coats (and winter gear) for KIDS Drive & HOLIDAY FOOD DRIVE from now until Friday, December 4th.
You can drop any new or slightly used, children coats, hats, gloves, snow pants and boots and/or Holiday Fixings (turkeys/hams, non-perishable mashed potatoes, corn, green beans, stuffing, cranberries etc.) in a donation bin that is located just outside the HVAC Lab doors until Friday, December 4th. HVAC also has a large cooler, inside the LAB that you can drop the Turkeys/Hams.
HVAC will be delivering the items to the Washington County Department for those families in need this winter season.
Thank you.
