Detroit, when mentioned, rarely conjures a positive image in a person’s mind. When people think Detroit, they think poor. They think mismanaged. They think dangerous. But as musician Joe Hertler said in his concert last night, “There’s a lotta people talking crap, but the thing is, a lot of them aren’t even from Michigan.” Here at MIPA, the majority of students are from … [Read more...] about MIPA talks Detroit: Where it is, where it should be
Archives for July 2013
Chad Sanders tackles multiple roles
Patiently waiting in line behind a buildup of students who want to change classes, grab a quick interview or earn some Chad Change, Everett High School’s senior Meeshon Rogers and 2013 graduate Jaimie Bozack are in a constant attempt to get some one-on-one time with camp director Chad Sanders. Because to them, he is much more than just a camp director. During the week, … [Read more...] about Chad Sanders tackles multiple roles
Sikkenga, Anderson teach and learn on the edge
The students at MIPA’s Taking Your Newspaper to the Edge class may be preparing to leave tomorrow, but they leave with solid foundations and ideas for their plans next year. “I’m excited to take back what we learned,” said Morgan Bain (12, Lakota East High School) “Now we have a lot of stuff we want to do, and now we can put our ideas into action,”Morgan Bain (12, Lakota East … [Read more...] about Sikkenga, Anderson teach and learn on the edge
Creative Illustration Techniques wraps up
Class begins to wrap today in Creative Illustration Techniques. The students used to as a workday and spent their time reviewing lessons they skipped and applying what they have learned to various things. “Today we are working on final projects,” Chad Bennett said. “They have a number of different designs so they’re kinda applying all the bits and pieces they’ve … [Read more...] about Creative Illustration Techniques wraps up
MIPA hosts school administrator for the day
In addition to advisers joining the summer workshop on Tuesday, July 30, MIPA also hosted an administrator the following day. Steve Gabriel, principal of Grand Ledge High School came for the afternoon to see what his students had been creating in class and what goes on during camp. During lunch, he also answered their questions for their monthly column … [Read more...] about MIPA hosts school administrator for the day