Emerging Professionals
ASID WI Student member 2008 Scholarship Program
Posted: 5/15/08
The ASID Wisconsin chapter is proud to announce the ASID WI Student member 2008 Scholarship Program. The 2007-2008 board approved budget includes three possible one thousand dollar scholarships to be awarded on September 9, 2008 to ASID Wisconsin student members. This is another wonderful benefit for the ASID Wisconsin student members. Any questions please feel free to email Amy McGuire, Allied Member ASID amy.mcguire@kohler.com or Jenny Rebholz, Allied Member ASID, jsrebs@yahoo.com or Heather Westgor heather@wamllc.net.
Please note the following deadlines – also see attached for more details.
Due on or before July 1st 2008:
- Application (MS Word Doc)
- Recommendation Forms (MS Word Doc)
- Personal Statement & Design Portfolio
All materials are to be sent or delivered to the ASID Wisconsin Chapter Administrator:
Heather Westgor
11801 West Silver Spring Drive
Suite 200
Milwaukee, WI 53225
Phone: 414-755-3354
The award recipients will be notified by mail by August 15, 2008.
All information is available through the ASID WI website – www.asidwi.org.
Message From the President: Graduation 2008
As spring fights off the winter chill, I think that we are all more than ready for the change in the seasons. Spring brings with it much excitement for ASID Wisconsin. Please check out the calendar for the many upcoming events including the next state board meeting and tour of the new cancer center at Froedtert Hospital in Milwaukee, May 13; Design cafés in your area and ASID Student Portfolio and Design Shows around the state.
With spring comes the end of the academic year, but also time for the graduation of many of our ASID Wisconsin student members and the realities of working life. I know how much time and effort, late nights and hours in the studio that you spend pulling together final projects, writing the last of your papers and putting the finishing touches on your portfolios and resumes. These are hours that will pay off in preparation for interviews and first days of your professional lives. For some of you, it will be returning to a new professional experience, now that you have changed career directions. I know that most of you have completed internships, invaluable opportunities to experience firsthand the life and work of the profession of which you are soon to join the ranks. Thank you to all Allied and Professional ASID members as well as members of other professional organizations for making the commitment to students, by opening up your offices and showrooms to interns. You help to bridge the transition for students and create an experience vital to their future success.
For some of you, I realize that your next step is to continue to further your formal education, with an advanced degree in design or a related field. For others, you may be ready to take a break from the rigors of college and university life - you are ready to be done with homework, papers and most of all tests. While it is a different type of learning, please know that it is important that you continue your commitment to education throughout your professional life. It may not be a formal endeavor like you are familiar with in the scholastic setting, but it is vital as a practicing Interior Designer that you keep up with the many changes to the built environment and the profession. Lifelong learning is a key to keeping at the top of your profession and adding value to your employer, colleagues and most importantly your clients, present and future. Through presentations, lectures and tours you will complete continuing education units (CEU’s) to keep up the high level of professionalism that you started by completing your degree. ASID Wisconsin strives to be a venue for you to complete your CEU’s as well as gaining important information on issues facing designers about their specialties and the professional as a whole.
I hope that ASID will continue to be a part of your professional and personal life as an Interior Designer or as you venture out in a related field or experience. By advancing your student membership to allied membership in ASID, you will set yourself apart in the industry by letting your employer, your peers and your clients know that you hold yourself to a high standard of professionalism. For more information on Student Membership Advancement, click here.
I have had the pleasure of meeting many of our graduating seniors and have enjoyed discussing your future plans. I am encouraged that many of you aim to further the future and professionalism of Interior Design by sitting for the NCIDQ Examination once you have completed your experience requirements, then joining the ranks of professional membership in the American Society of Interior Designers. What is important to note is that while this goal is lofty and very exciting, it asks something of all members of ASID: mentoring, support and building the strong foundation that is so vital to success in the first few years out of school. Many of you know that our profession has received numerous challenges from outside sources. They argue that ours is not a profession that is important to the health, safety and welfare of the public. I know that many of you prove our challengers thinking faulty by the projects that you work on each and every day. We must lead by example and show the public and our legislators that Interior Design is vital to the success of how people live, work and play. To all of you who are graduating, I wish you success and know that the future of the profession shines bright.
My best wishes for your future success and may ASID and ASID Wisconsin be a part of your future.
WORDS OF ADVICE FROM BOARD MEMBERS
President Elect Catherine Hempfling-Prossen, ASID
“Networking is one of the most important parts of beginning your new career. Don’t just get to know your colleagues in your own school or firm; get to know others in the profession that can be a huge asset to you now or in the future.”
Financial Director Pam Cramer, ASID
For a full life:
1. Always have more to do than is possible.
2. Pay attention to little things.
3. Deflate QUICKLY after being praised.
4. Bounce back QUICKLY from disappointment.
5. Seize opportunities to put your special talents to work.
6. Seek excellence in all endeavors.
7. Remain MODEST.
8. Change CONSTANTLY.
9. Appreciate SIMPLICITY.
10. Bring out the BEST IN OTHERS.
One last suggestion: Listen….
Director of Communication Elizabeth Schraeder, Industry Partner of ASID
“Congratulations graduating Seniors! Make sure to take advantage of the contacts and connections you have made through your various ASID activities when starting your job search—good luck!!”
Director of Membership Lynn Vogeltanz, Allied Member ASID
“Never say never in your career”.
Director at Large Jenny S. Rebholz, Allied Member ASID
"It takes a lot of hard work and determination to find the right first job so be patient and persevere. You need to be true to yourself and know your strengths and weaknesses. Understanding who you are and what makes you unique will help you find a company that is the perfect fit for you. I believe the great thing about this profession is that there seems to be a special place for everyone who is passionate about design."
Director of Professional Development Rebecca Klotz, ASID
“Congratulations on your graduation. It's a huge achievement. As you embark on your career as a new interior designer, don't be afraid to ask questions, know that you will make mistakes and most importantly, have fun!!”
Design Competition Project Preparation
Posted: 3/21/08
| Course: | IA 490 |
| Section: | 795 |
| Credits: | 3 |
| Format: | Hybrid - Online with two face-to-face meetings |
| Description: | Great Opportunity!
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| Instructor: | Patricia C. Kluetz, ASID |
| Location: | Internet & UWSP, College of Professional Studies, RM 317 |
| Dates & Times: | Saturday, June 14, 2008 10:00 am - 3:00 pm |
| Saturday, August 8, 2008 10:00 am - 3:00 pm | |
| Limit: | 24 |
| Estimated Tuition: | 3 credits WI Undergraduate $696.20 |
Click here for REGISTRATION Information
Student Chapter Hosts Lighting CEU in Madison
MATC students, UW-Madison students, faculty and professionals relax and enjoy a bite to eat
Posted: 11/27/07
On October 11th, the MATC ASID Student Chapter hosted a special event at the famous ETC World Headquarters in Middleton. ETC is a global entertainment and architectural lighting company dedicated to providing customers with the best and most innovative lighting products, services and solutions. This event was a unique opportunity for students and professionals to network and for professionals to earn a continuing education credit. The night began with food and networking. It was a good time for students to meet and mingle with professionals in an informal and laid back environment. ETC's CEO Fred Foster was gracious enough to come in and take small groups around the building for a tour that highlighted some of the revolutionary design concepts that were implemented there. The night was capped off with a seminar that was presented by Fred. He introduced the designers in attendance to some of the nitty-gritty details of the lighting world, as well as giving a compelling argument as to why incandescent light sources should not be done away with.
The event was a great success. The attendees were treated to a great mix of fun and education. Students and professionals alike were able to increase their knowledge of lighting and how to better utilize lighting design principals in their work environment.
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| Attendees gathered in ETC's unique Town Square | ETC's CEO Fred Foster shared the unique design concepts for the ETC Headquarters |
MATC-Madison ASID Student Chapter presents "Find your Hidden Potential as a Designer: A Conversation with HGTV's Hidden Potential Star Architect Barry Wood"
Tuesday, November 20, 2007
5:30-7:00p.m.
Mitby Theater, MATC-Madison Truax Campus
Join us for an interactive conversation with Barry Wood. Barry is one part artist, one part architect, and one part rock n’ roll. He has designed his way through America on TLC’s Trading Spaces and can now be seen on his new show Hidden Potential airing on HGTV. He developed his theory-based design process both in Florence, Italy and at Syracuse University, graduating with a Bachelor of Architecture. Barry is the owner of a Manhattan-based firm, b.wood Architects, and spends his time shifting back and forth between the real world of being a professional, licensed architect running an architecture firm, and the world of entertainment as a television personality and design expert. Barry will be available for photos and autographs after the presentation. For more info on Barry: www.barrywoodnyc.com
Directions: http://matcmadison.edu/mitbytheater/HTM/Welcome.htm
Everyone is welcome!
$5.00 Admission
All students free with ID
Questions? Contact Susan E Shafer-Landau, Student Member ASID at sshaferlandau@stu.matcmadison.edu
Madison Area Technical College Student Chapter ASID Holds Inaugural "Gathering" Event
Bill Beaudreau, ASID addresses the crowd of eager students.
Posted: 10/8/07
Over 50 Madison Area Technical College interior design students came
together on Wednesday, September 5, 2007 for their first-ever event as an ASID Student Chapter, "The Gathering". Excited students were welcomed by their ASID Faculty Co-advisor, and ASID Wisconsin Chapter
President, Jessica Mahne, ASID. ASID Wisconsin Chapter members, Bill Beaudreau, ASID, Sandy Gordon, ASID, Pam Cramer, ASID, Cindy Glaeden-Knott, ASID and Elizabeth Schraeder, Industry Partner ASID, were all in attendance and shared the benefits of ASID membership with the students. The MATC ASID Student Chapter Board of Directors was introduced, and Alison Daughters, Student Member ASID, MATC ASID Student Chapter President, gave the students an overview of upcoming meetings and events. Some semester highlights include an off-campus seminar and tour at Electronic Theater Controls Headquarters in Middleton on October 11, and a fundraising auction on campus November 7. Professional members and students from all Wisconsin ASID Student Chapters are invited and encouraged to attend both events. The Gathering event was a great success and preview of the year to come for the Madison Area Technical College ASID Student Chapter.
