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I know I have not posted anything on my blog. Nobody seems to have missed me regaling my stories about my in' and out's here. If you have, please let me know, there is a lot you need caught up on. You probably can not post here unless you have a blogger.com account, in which case, just email me!

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So, how did my new classes go?

I have two classes on Mondays: Writing II and Concept Design.
My writing teacher gave this explanation for managing time: Just like Buddhist monks, chop wood, carry water - it's all a part of daily life. That's a good philosophy to have. Writing II will consist of the final project being a research paper on pretty much any topic we want to choose from current events. This is too broad a subject and I don't know what to pick. I have two weeks to figure it out though. Does anyone have any ideas for me?

Then, in my next class today, I felt as if my teacher was some version of Lewis Black (a comedian, see a video here if you don't know who he is) He's pretty easy going and is an illustrator by trade. He's quirky and we all like to laugh at him. Our final project, will consist of all the projects we'll be completing, which will involve using the Illustrator and/or Photoshop programs I don't know how to use very well. We'll do logos, an ad campaign, brochures and a microsite.
Both teachers make me feel like, yes they will be there to help with anything I may have trouble with, just like my other teachers did. Which is a good thing and I know I'll use them like I have the teachers before them. Why not? I'm paying for it!

me saying "Bye, I'm leaving for school now!"

I'm a little skird...

So, I went to the registrar today to pick up my official class schedule.
I have a writing class, which I am looking forward to since I love to write (and, ahem, haven't been writing much lately). I have a typography class where I understand I will be doing some calligraphy in addition to other stuff of the like. But the class I am a little nervous about is my Concept Design class. Here is a piece of the syllabus:

Course Description:

This course focuses on the creation of hard - edge computer - generated vector based artwork. Students will learn how to transpose original, hand - drawn artwork into electronic files for print using Adobe Illustrator as the primary software package.

Student Learning Outcomes

By the end of this course students should be able to:

1. Design and apply corporate graphic standards

2. Design logos that are distinctive, visible, adaptable, and memorable.

3. Produce as much shit as possible for portfolio.

4. Reproduce hand generated designs and illustrations using the chosen software program.

5. Navigate comfortably in the chosen software programs.

6. Verbalize the various menus and terminology.

As you can see, I have hi-lited #3. I hope I can do well here, especially since I will need to use those software programs which I am still uncertain and uncomfortable using. 

If you are a religious person, pray for me. If you are not, cross your fingers for me and wish for the best. 

I'll need it!