The Art Institute of Phoenix Launches New Web Program
Monday November 22, 11:05 am ET
New Program in 'Interactive Media Design' Provides Students with Competitive Education in Evolving Career Path
PHOENIX, Nov. 22 /PRNewswire/ -- In response to advancements and the enhancement of a designer's role within the communication technology field, The Art Institute of Phoenix has remodeled its Multimedia & Web Design program, with the inclusion of an Interactive Media Design curriculum. This program's relaunch is intended to arm students with the skills necessary to enter the ever-changing graphics and Web design industry.
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Shifting from its original focus of multimedia to the practice of Web design and interactive media, the program will now prepare students to become architects -- professionals who can be artistically creative, yet knowledgeable, in the technical aspects of Web production.
"Over the past few years, we have seen a change in an interactive designer's role," said Karen A. Bryant, President of The Art Institute of Phoenix. "These days, interactive designers must know not only how to design, but also to work efficiently with a variety of tools, to communicate with and listen to customers, and to provide solutions for the Web site's users. The Art Institute of Phoenix's Interactive Media Design discipline keeps up with design definitions which evolve and reinvent themselves continuously."
In the lat 1990's, the keyword "new media" was defined as the specialty that represented Web site and CD_ROM interface design. However, in the 2002 edition of Becoming a Graphic Designer, the operative term is branded "interactivity." The design of Web sites seems so simple that anyone can do it, but outstanding Web sites also require graphic design skills, an understanding of navigation and information architecture, and the grasp of technical limitations.
Students studying Interactive Media Design will learn all of these concepts as they prepare for a career in the Web industry. Graduates will be "user-centered designers" -- designers who think like a user and aim to please the user first -- and will be prepared for entry-level positions such as Web designer, content developer, and Web producer. The curriculum will offer students classes in graphic and Web design, Photoshop and other layout programs, "back end" Web page development, information design, marketing, and business strategies.
The Art Institute of Phoenix is one of The Art Institutes ( http://www.artinstitutes.edu ), with 31 education institutions located throughout North America, providing an important source of design, media arts, fashion and culinary professionals. The parent company of The Art Institutes, Education Management Corporation ( http://www.edmc.com ) is among the largest providers of private post-secondary education in North America, based on student enrollment and revenue. Student enrollment exceeded 66,000 as of fall 2004. EDMC has 67 primary campus locations in 24 states and two Canadian provinces. EDMC's education institutions offer a broad range of academic programs concentrated in the media arts, design, fashion, culinary arts, behavioral sciences, health sciences, education, information technology and business fields, culminating in the award of associate's through doctoral degrees. EDMC has provided career-oriented education for over 40 years.
To learn more about the Interactive Media Design program or other programs of study at The Art Institute of Phoenix, call (602) 331-7500 or (800) 474-2479 or visit http://www.aipx.edu .
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Source: The Art Institute of Phoenix
Thanksgiving Dining 2004
A variety of locations an venues for Thanksgiving Dinner in the East Valley of Phoenix, Arizona.
Both Dine In and Take out ideas ( Holiday Dinners To Go ) are included.
Thanksgiving Dining
Tempe Symphony Orchestra concert celebrates the holidays
TEMPE, Ariz. - The Tempe Symphony Orchestra's annual holiday concert is set
for 7:30 p.m. on Nov. 29 at Gammage Auditorium, 1200 S. Forest Ave.
(northeast corner of Apache Boulevard and Mill Avenue). Admission is free.
The night of music will feature organ soloist Kimberly Marshall and the
Arizona Mormon Choir with conductors Gregor and Lorri McHardy. The orchestra
will showcase traditional carols and works by Richard Wagner, Alexander
Glazunov, Camille Saint-Saëns and Johann Sebastian Bach.
The Tempe Symphony Orchestra is under the direction of Dr. Richard Strange.
Michael Hoerber, Director of Bands at Paradise Valley High School, is the
assistant conductor.
The Tempe Symphony Orchestra is sponsored jointly by the city of Tempe and
the Arizona State University School of Music. For information, call
480/350-5287 or visit www.tempe.gov/arts/events/tso/
Are Body Composition, Body Mass Index (BMI) and Waist to Hip Ratio Part of Your Fitness Assessment?
October 14 , 2004 by
Mike Masood - Personal Fitness TrainerBody Mass Index (BMI)Body composition, body mass index and waist to hip ratio are all measurements that are indicators of fitness levels. We all understand that we need to eat correctly, do our cardio and exercise, but do we really know where we are and where we should be as these relate to fitness standards?
Got Stretch?
November 21 , 2004 by
Mike MasoodFlexibility is defined as the range of motion (ROM) within a joint. A joint itself is limited to the properties and body segments that come together to form its structure. There are many factors that limit joint mobility. Genetics, aging, growth spurts, connective tissue elasticity, strength of opposing muscle groups, tendons, neuromuscular coordination and the joint structure itself all play a role in how the joint functions.
What are the benefits of stretching?
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Physical Fitness - Ask A Trainer - Got Stretch?
Arizona Balloon Festival
Join the City in celebrating the 2004 Arizona Balloon Festival in its inaugural year. The event is sure to become one of the top ballooning events in the country. Fun for the entire family, the 2004 Arizona Balloon Festival is expected to draw more than 25,000 people during the weekend of activities.
November 19 - 21, 2004
Tumbleweed Park
Presented by Events West
Arizona Balloon FestivalHours:
- Friday, Nov. 19 - 5:30 a.m. to 11 p.m.
- Saturday, Nov. 20 - 5:30 a.m. to 11 p.m.
- Sunday, Nov. 21 - 5:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Overview of Events
Ticket Prices & Parking
Buy your tickets in advance for $4. Tickets can be purchased at the gate for $5 and full weekend ticket pass for $10.
VIP passes will be available for the first time at the event for $25. The VIP pass includes one single day ticket to the event, light snacks and beverages (beer, soft drinks and water) in the VIP tent and a VIP parking pass.
Parking at the event is $4 and $7 for VIP parking. Handicapped parking will be provided in the VIP parking area for $4.
Kids 12 and under are always FREE.
PLEASE NOTE: All ballooning events are dependent upon weather conditions. No refunds. Rain checks offered to next day's ballooning events due to cancellation. No pets allowed.
Hare & Hound races
On Saturday and Sunday morning, November 20 & 21, some 50 colorful hot air balloons will participate in the thrilling "Hare & Hound races". The balloons will rise from Fields at Tumbleweed Park in Chandler, Arizona. Similar to the hare & hound events in England, balloons ("hounds") will chase one single balloon ("hare"). The hare balloon places a target on the ground where it landed. The hound balloons fly toward that target and toss small bean bag like ID. This target has a numbering system. The balloon that accumulates the most points throughout the two day competition wins cash prizes up to $5,000. Like playing darts from the sky. Spectators are encouraged to walk on the fields and watch the balloons inflate. Photo taking is invited.
Desert Glows
The 2004 Arizona Balloon Festival "Desert Glows" will take place Friday and Saturday evenings, November 19 & 20 at Tumbleweed Park in Chandler, Arizona and will feature more than 30 illuminated, tethered hot air balloons glowing in time to music. With activities for young and old alike, the "Desert Glows" will be a festive family event and fun for all. "Can the world's biggest tennis shoe fly?" spectators will be asking as novelty-shaped balloons participate in the crowd-pleasing event at Tumbleweed Park in Chandler, Arizona. "The Desert Glows" are a favorite of both amateur and professional photographers, and is a special treat for kids of all ages.
Family Zone
The Family Zone is an area designed with the whole family in mind. This Family Zone will be the largest family area ever produced at a public event. Remember taking two days to go through Disneyland. Make plans to come to an entire day or two, to experience the Family Zone at the 2004 Arizona Balloon Festival. It will feature a variety of interactive activities including children's entertainment, educational activities, games, face painting, clowns, and more. The Family Zone will be open throughout the weekend event.
Entertainment Zone
A variety of popular local bands will perform on the main stage throughout the 2004 Arizona Balloon Festival. Additional special entertainment will include appearances by the Wings of Blue, the US Air Force Academy's premier precision parachute team. On Saturday night, stay to enjoy the Fireworks Show lighting up Chandler skies. Included in the Entertainment Zone is retail shopping. Shop and visit over 50 retail and commercial booths. From kits to clothes and everything in
/>For more information on hot air balloon participation, vendor, sponsorship and volunteer information, call (480) 201-9249.
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East Valley Living - EVLiving.com – An Interactive Online Community Resource for Business, Information, News, Dining, and Events in Phoenix Arizona East Valley, Announces
One-Year AnniversaryEast Valley Living - EVLiving.com – An Interactive Online Community Resource for Business, Information, News, Dining, and Events in Phoenix Arizona East Valley, Announces One-Year Anniversary
East Valley Living (http://www.EVLiving.com/) a Forden Gorden venture, is proud to announce their one-year anniversary.
Chandler, AZ (PRWEB) November 17, 2004 -- Incorporated on November 10, 2003, Forden Gorden Ventures, Inc. launched their first venture, East Valley Living, an interactive community resource for business, information, news, dining, and events in the East Valley, within one week of incorporation. The East Valley Living community resource website went live to serve the East Valley community on November 17, 2003.
Mayor Hugh Hallman delivers State of the City address
Mayor Hugh Hallman delivers State of the City address
Tempe Chamber of Commerce welcomes public to annual event
TEMPE, Ariz. - Tempe Mayor Hugh Hallman will discuss "Where We Are, Where We
Are Going and How We Get There" at the annual State of the City address
Friday, Nov. 19, from 7-9:30 a.m. at the Wyndham Buttes Resort, 2000 W.
Westcourt Way, Tempe.
Sponsored by the Tempe Chamber of Commerce, Edward Jones and other
organizations, the annual address connects the Tempe business community with
Tempe leaders. Mayor Hallman will outline his view of the city's current
state and its ideal one, along with practical steps Tempe can take to reach
its goals.
Registration for the breakfast is $40 for Chamber members and $60 for
non-members. To register, visit
www.tempechamber.org or call 480-967-7891.
What the Bleep Do We Know!?
What the Bleep Do We Know!? has been seen by nearly 1,000,000 people and many are wondering, “How can I incorporate these quantum principles into my life?” or “How can I use these principles to change my life?” On Friday, November 19th Ramtha’s School of Enlightenment will host a Free Introductory Evening at the Phoenix Marriott Mesa from 7 – 9 PM.
More information is available at
East Valley Living or at
What the Bleep Do We Know!?
ANNUAL LIGHT PARADE TO LIGHT UP CENTRAL PHOENIX DEC. 4
For the 18th straight year, the APS Electric Light Parade will bring
a dazzling display of lighted floats and costumes to central Phoenix.
This year's parade will begin at 7 p.m. on Saturday, December 4, and
proceed along Central Avenue from Missouri to Thomas Road. More than
60 entries will grace the parade route.
Visit http://phoenix.gov/NEWSREL/lightpar.html for more information.
ADOPT A FAMILY FOR THE HOLIDAYS
The city of Phoenix Human Services Department is sponsoring its
annual Holiday Adopt-A-Family Program. Sponsors are needed to provide
toys, clothing and household items for participants in the
department's social service programs. Participants are low-income
families who are experiencing difficult times and would not otherwise
be able to provide gifts for their children.
Visit http://phoenix.gov/NEWSREL/adopta.html
Iron Girl Raises Funds For American Heart Association With 5K Run/Walk Event On November 13, Iron Girl will hold a 5K women’s only run/walk event at Tempe Town Lake. Event organizers will offer unique give-away items, such as Iron Girl performance wicking shirts sized just for women. Additionally, a special Mother/Daughter category will provide those young and old the opportunity to spend quality time together while exercising. Baby joggers are also welcome to encourage new Moms to participate.
Iron Girl MovementWhen Women Get Moving, a Movement is not Far Behind
November 11 , 2004 by Kathleen Gorden
Join the Iron Girl movement as we kick off with an event right here in Tempe! On November 13, 2004, women from throughout the area will gather at beautiful Tempe Town Lake for a day filled with fun, friends and fitness.
The Iron Girl 5K will feature a flat, scenic course that is ideal for both runners and walkers. This women’s-only event caters to the Iron Girl in all of us! From race shirts sized just for women, to personalized bibs and finisher awards, this event is a “must-do” for both beginners and veterans.
Annual Light Parade To Light Up Central Phoenix Dec. 4
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Nov. 9, 2004
For the 18th straight year, the APS Electric Light Parade will bring a dazzling display of lighted floats and costumes to central Phoenix. More than 60 entries, from brilliantly lighted floats to musical and dance performance groups, will grace the parade route.
This year's parade, themed "A Child's Dream," will begin at 7 p.m. on Saturday, December 4 and proceed along Central Avenue from Missouri to Thomas Road. Up to 200,000 spectators are expected to view the gala along the parade route.
All entries in the APS Electric Light Parade - even individuals in performance groups who walk the route - are decorated in holiday lights. In years past, some entries have sported more than 50,000 lights. In addition to the floats, performance groups and bands also will take part.
The Phoenix Parks and Recreation Department produces the APS Electric Light Parade.
If You Go
Tickets for a reserved seating bleacher area are on sale now. The bleacher entrance is at the southeast corner of Camelback Road and Central Avenue. Call (602) 262-4627 for information.
Spectators are encouraged to bring blankets and chairs.
Coolers are permitted though alcohol and glass containers are not allowed. " Unreserved viewing spots along the parade route are first-come-first-served. Spectators often start arriving three hours before parade time to reserve spots.
Parking is on street and also is on a first-come-first-served basis. Private lots near the parade area often offer parking for a fee.
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Mesa announces joint application for grant funding
Mesa announces joint application for grant funding
The City of Mesa Community Revitalization Division and Office of Human
Services recently announced the start of the fiscal year 2005-06 funding
application process for the City's combined federal Community Development
Block Grant (CDBG), HOME Investment Partnership (HOME), Human Services
general fund, Emergency Shelter Grant (ESG) and A Better Community (ABC)
programs. This year the City and Mesa United Way have partnered to create
a joint application. Both agencies will use the same application for grant
funding. Previously funded projects and programs include housing, youth
prevention, job training, meals on wheels, homeless assistance, upgrading
city parks and recreation facilities, and neighborhood improvements, such
as sidewalks, streets and street lighting.
"Human Services funding is an investment in our community's future
self-sufficiency," said Mesa United Way President and Chief Professional
Officer Carol McCormack. "Combining the two allocation processes helps
alleviate a duplication of effort and allows agencies to do what they do
best, focus on service delivery."
The City will host an information meeting from 10 a.m. to noon, Nov. 9 in
the Saguaro Room of the Main Library, located at 64 East First Street.
The application form, instructions and schedule are available online at
www.cityofmesa.org/comrev/application. The deadline to apply is 3 p.m.
Dec. 17.
For more information, call (480) 644-2387.
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Scott Cesen Camps Out at IKEA
Scott Cesen IKEAScott Cesen IKEA
On November 2, 2004, Ahwatukee resident Scott Cesen, became the very first person in line, showing up eight days before the Grand Opening of IKEA’s first Arizona store, and will win the IKEA furnishings and accessories featured on the cover of the 2005 catalog – a $1500 value.
“This is the first time anyone has showed up this early to camp out in line at a US store grand opening,” said Diane Kokoska, of IKEA’s Corporate Public Relations.
Tempe Arizona IKEA Home Furnishings Grand OpeningIKEA - affordable solutions for better living opens in Tempe
IKEA Tempe has partnered with KMXP-FM (Mix 96.9) on the Welcome Neighbors campaign to help find the “Fabulous Five Neighbors” who were randomly chosen from more than 1,200 submissions who wrote in describing why they deserved consideration as an IKEA neighbor.
The five winners will sleep out at IKEA Tempe from November 7 through grand opening day on November 10. In return, each of these “Fabulous Five Neighbors” will receive a $2,000 IKEA Gift Card along with a free IKEA bed, mattress, linens, bedside table, lamp, area rug and slippers.
Taliesin West - Frank Lloyd Wright living quarters to open.
Taliesin West - Frank Lloyd Wright living quarters to open.
WRIGHT'S LIVING QUARTERS OPEN NOV. 1 AT TALIESIN WEST.
On Nov. 1, Taliesin West will open the Wright's living quarters.
The private living quarters at Taliesin West were renovated and will be made available to the public for the first time in history as part of the 2004-05 winter schedule, which begins Nov. 1 and continues through April 30, 2005.
The living quarters were added by Wright in 1940 and contain a living space, private bedroom and work space. The wing, adjacent to the site's famous living room, which Wright called the "Garden Room," has been remodeled to restore the masonry and structural work to their original appearances, as well as a full restoration of the interiors.
For more information on Taliesin West, call 480-860-2700 or visit www.franklloydwright.org.