DESCRIPTION
"Intention Setting for 2025" is an interactive workshop designed to help you align your goals, values, and aspirations for the year ahead.

Whether seeking personal growth, professional breakthroughs, or a deeper sense of balance, this workshop offers a supportive environment to map out a fulfilling 2025. Join us to start the year with focus, confidence, and the power of intentional living!

WHAT: Friday Blend: Intention Setting for 2025
WHEN: Friday, Jan. 10, 2025
9-9:30 am: Set up and network
9:30-12:30: In seats, (attendance hours)
WHERE: Bldg. FS1 room 126-A
WHO: Jason Gillett

WHEN: Friday, December 13, 2024
TIME: 11 AM - 1 PM
LOCATION: Blue Jacket Park
ADDRESS: 2501 GENERAL REES AVENUE. ORLANDO FL, 32814

DESCRIPTION

This Friday Blend, December Roundup centers on group collaboration with professional and personal development as its goal.

WHAT: DECEMBER ROUNDUP

WHEN: Friday, December 6th, 2024
9-10 am: Networking
10-12:45: Friday Blend Programming (campus student attendance required)

WHERE: Bldg. FS1 room 126-A

WHO: Jason Gillett

DESCRIPTION

On Day 3, students will present their recorded personal pitches and receive constructive feedback on the content/delivery of their pitches and/or the quality of their video edits.

WHAT: Friday Blend Day 3:

Short-Form Video Presentations

WHEN: Friday, November 15, 2024

9-9:30 am: Set up and network

9:30-12:30: In your seat,

(attendance hours)

WHERE: Bldg. FS1 room 126-A

WHO: Emily | Kevin | Sankaya

DESCRIPTION

On Day 2, students will have the opportunity to record their personal pitches in the Black Box studio. After finishing their recordings, they'll make necessary edits to prepare for the final presentation.

WHAT: Friday Blend Day 2:

Recording Session -Black Box Studio

WHEN: Friday, November 8, 2024

9-9:30 am: Set up and network

9:30-12:30: In seats, (attendance hours)

WHERE: Bldg. FS2 206-A

WHO: Emily | Kevin | Sankaya

1st Annual Talent Show

Date: Friday, November 8th

Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM

(doors will open at 5:45 PM)

Location: Treehouse venue on campus

(Building 4E)

DESCRIPTION

On Day 1, students will learn about personal pitches and their key components, no matter if you’re a new student, soon-to-be grad, or aspiring entrepreneur. We'll analyze examples of effective and ineffective pitches to help you craft your own compelling introduction.

WHAT: Friday Blend Day 1:

Intro to Personal Pitches +

“Tell Me About Yourself” Workshop

WHEN: Friday, November 1, 2024

9-9:30 am: Set up and network

9:30-12:30: In your seat,

(attendance hours)

WHERE: Bldg. FS1 room 126-A

WHO: Kevin | Sankaya

DESCRIPTION

On Day 3, students will participate in Presentations and Reflections on Artificial Intelligence projects.

WHAT: Friday Blend Day 3: Presentations
WHEN: Friday, October 18, 2024
9-9:30 am: Set up and network
9:30-12:30: In your seat, (attendance hours)
WHAT: Bldg. FS1 room 126-A
WHO: Aaron | Jasper | Michelle | Rene'

DESCRIPTION

On Day 2, students collaborate on their group Artificial Intelligence projects.

WHAT: Friday Blend Day 2: Group Collaboration
WHEN: Friday, October 4, 2024
9-9:30 am: Set up and network
9:30-12:30: In your seat, (attendance hours)
WHAT: Bldg. FS1 room 126-A
WHO: Aaron | Jasper |Michelle | Rene'

DESCRIPTION

On Day 1, students will be introduced to the Friday Blend topic on Artificial Intelligence

WHAT: Friday Blend Day 1: Introduction
WHEN: Friday, October 4, 2024
9-9:30 am: Set up and network
9:30-12:30: In your seat, (attendance hours)
WHAT: Bldg. FS1 room 126-A
WHO: Aaron | Jasper | Michelle | Rene'

DESCRIPTION
Groups will present their completed digital cookbooks to the class, explaining their design choices, recipe selections, and potential applications. Feedback will be given by peers and the instructors, with a focus on the creativity, functionality, and overall quality of the cookbook.

WHAT: Friday Blend Day 3: Presentations
WHEN: Friday, Sept 20, 2024
9-9:30 am: Set up and network
9:30-12:30: In seats, (attendance hours)
WHERE: Bldg. FS1 room 126-A
WHO: Shannon Gillett | Phil Lacinak | Libby Perry | Mike Dunn

DESCRIPTION
Groups will focus on creating their digital cookbook. This involves compiling recipes, designing the layout, and integrating multimedia elements. Students will collaborate closely, ensuring the cookbook is visually appealing and user-friendly. By the end of the day, groups should have a near-final draft ready for review.

WHAT: Friday Blend Day 2: Creation
WHEN: Friday, Sept 13, 2024
9-9:30 am: Set up and network
9:30-12:30: In your seat, (attendance hours)
WHERE: Bldg. FS1 room 126-A
WHO: Shannon Gillett | Phil Lacinak | Libby Perry | Mike Dunn

DESCRIPTION

Introduction to the "MC Cookbook" project, outlining objectives and expectations. Students will be divided into small groups and tasked with researching various recipes, culinary traditions, and design inspirations. Each group will brainstorm ideas, assign roles, and begin gathering content and digital design elements.

WHAT: Friday Blend Day 1: Introduction
WHEN: Friday, Sept 6, 2024
9-9:30 am: Set up and network
9:30-12:30: In your seat, (attendance hours)
WHAT: Bldg. FS1 room 126-A
WHO: Shannon Gillett | Phil Lacinak | Libby Perry | Mike Dunn

DESCRIPTION

The August Blend is designed to provide students with a hands-on real-world simulation experience with the Hope for More Foundation and their Fashion and Hope event. You have met your client’s needs, developed, and created deliverables. Today you present to your client and peers.

WHAT: Media for Hope and Change: Strategy and Production Day 3: Present

WHEN: Friday, August 23
9:00 AM Set up | Network
9:30 AM Seat Attendance -12:30 PM

WHERE: FS1 CR 126-A

WHO: Jesus De Leon | Joanna Leck | Abby Ginsburg | Juliana Neves

DESCRIPTION

The August Blend is designed to provide students with a hands-on real-world simulation experience with the Hope for More Foundation and their Fashion and Hope event. It’s time to execute the plan that was developed in week 1. This day we create, create, create!

WHAT: Media for Hope and Change: Strategy and Production Day 2: Create | Create | Create

WHEN: Friday, August 16, 2024
9:00 AM Set up | Network
9:30 AM Seat Attendance - 12:30 PM

WHERE: FS1 CR 126-A

WHO: Jesus De Leon | Joanna Leck | Abby Ginsburg | Juliana Neves

DESCRIPTION

The August Blend is designed to provide students with a hands-on real-world simulation experience with the Hope for More Foundation and their Fashion and Hope event.
Who is your client, and what are their needs? This day is dedicated to better understanding your client and creating the foundation for what will be produced in week 2.

WHAT: Media for Hope and Change: Strategy and Production

WHEN: Friday, August 9
9:00 AM Set up | Network
9:30 AM Seat Attendance -12:30 PM

WHERE: FS1 CR 126-A

WHO: Jesus De Leon | Joanna Leck | Abby Ginsburg | Juliana Neves

DESCRIPTION
Summer Series ‘24, Day 6: Get a Job (B)

WHEN: Friday, July 26, 2024
9:00 AM Set up and network
9:30 AM Seat Attendance -12:30

WHERE: Bldg. FS1 room 126-A

WHO: MC Faculty

DESCRIPTION
Learn to Pitch, Bid, and Build a creative, client project with Mike Dunn.

WHEN: Friday, July 19, 2024

9:00 AM Set up and network
9:30 AM Seat Attendance -12:30

WHERE: Bldg. FS1 room 126-A

WHO: Mike Dunn

SUMMER SERIES ‘24
When: Friday, July 12, 2024
9:00: Set up/Network
9:30: Seat Attendance
Where: FS1 CR 126-A

MC BOARD GAME NIGHT
When: Friday, July 12, 2024
4-8:00 PM
Where: 3F CR 111B
Host: Jacob Lacerte

DESCRIPTION
Summer Series ‘24, Day 3 of The Friday Blend Show, with Phil Lacinak.

WHEN: Friday, June 28, 2024
9-9:30 am: Set up and network
9:30-12:30: In your seats, the show is starting (attendance hours)

WHERE: Bldg. FS1 room 126-A

WHO: Phil Lacinak

DESCRIPTION

Summer Series ‘24: Day 2 of Friday Blend Show explores the magic of branding and pitches.

WHAT: Blend Branding Pitches
WHEN: Friday, June 21, 2024
9-9:30 am: Set up and Network
9:30-12:30: In your seats, the show is starting! (attendance hours)
WHERE: Bldg. FS1 room 126-A
WHO: Jason Gillett