Monday, August 23, 2010
11:30am to 1pm
Chef's Gallery
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Showing posts with label The Art Institute of Dallas. Show all posts
Showing posts with label The Art Institute of Dallas. Show all posts
Wednesday, August 18, 2010
Good at Debating?
Come out to The Art Institute of Dallas and show off your skills. We are having a debate on many hot topics and are inviting the alumni to share their wisdom and knowledge. Come out and show the students how it is done!
Monday, August 23, 2010
11:30am to 1pm
Chef's Gallery
Monday, August 23, 2010
11:30am to 1pm
Chef's Gallery
Tuesday, August 10, 2010
Tuesday, July 27, 2010
AiD Grads and Chef Honored
During the recent Texas Chef’s Association state convention, AiD Grad and Faculty received honors:
Aid Graduate, Robert Gillentine, CC, Executive Chef of Medical City was honored as the Dallas Chapter Chef of the Year
AiD Graduate, Kat Kilpatrick, CC, Pastry Chef at Edom Bakery near Tyler was honored as the East Texas Chapter Pastry Chef of the Year
Brenden Mesch, CEC, CCE of the Art Institute of Dallas was honored as the State Culinary Educator of the Year.
Congratulations!!!
Aid Graduate, Robert Gillentine, CC, Executive Chef of Medical City was honored as the Dallas Chapter Chef of the Year
AiD Graduate, Kat Kilpatrick, CC, Pastry Chef at Edom Bakery near Tyler was honored as the East Texas Chapter Pastry Chef of the Year
Brenden Mesch, CEC, CCE of the Art Institute of Dallas was honored as the State Culinary Educator of the Year.
Congratulations!!!
Buz Sawyer's Book Signing
Buz Sawyers, a General Education Faculty who currently teaches Writing I here at The Art Institute of Dallas, will be participating in a book signing event with about 12 other local authors at the Barnes & Noble at Firewheel Center in Garland on Saturday, July 31st, from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM.
The Barnes & Noble is located at George Bush Interstate (190) and Hwy 78 in Garland.
Buz Sawyers is the published Author of:
Ø No Point in Dying Now (historical fiction on the Civil War)
Ø A Debt Unpaid (western)
Ø Decades in Anadar (short story collection)
Ø Murder: Shaken, Not Stirred (mystery)
The Barnes & Noble is located at George Bush Interstate (190) and Hwy 78 in Garland.
Buz Sawyers is the published Author of:
Ø No Point in Dying Now (historical fiction on the Civil War)
Ø A Debt Unpaid (western)
Ø Decades in Anadar (short story collection)
Ø Murder: Shaken, Not Stirred (mystery)
Thursday, April 8, 2010
An Invitation from Blake Malouf, an AiD Alum
Blake Malouf is having an exhibition of photographs and artwork at Estates & More in the Design District in Dallas from April 29th-May 21.
You are invited to attend the OPENING RECEPTION on Thursday, April 29th, 2010.
...and everything in between...Photographs and Artwork by Blake Malouf
Thursday, April 29th 6-8pm
Estates & More
1444 Oak Lawn Avenue
Space #604
Dallas, TX 75207
ENTER ON DRAGON STREET!
Directions:
http://maps.google.com/maps?client=safari&rls=en&q=map+of+1444+Oak+Lawn+Ave.+Dallas,TX&oe=UTF-8&um=1&ie=UTF-8&hq=&hnear=1444+Oak+Lawn+Ave,+Dallas,+TX+75207&gl=us&ei=pMuyS_3OIYmssgOyjbnmAQ&sa=X&oi=geocode_result&ct=title&resnum=1&ved=0CAwQ8gEwAA
You are invited to attend the OPENING RECEPTION on Thursday, April 29th, 2010.
...and everything in between...Photographs and Artwork by Blake Malouf
Thursday, April 29th 6-8pm
Estates & More
1444 Oak Lawn Avenue
Space #604
Dallas, TX 75207
ENTER ON DRAGON STREET!
Directions:
http://maps.google.com/maps?client=safari&rls=en&q=map+of+1444+Oak+Lawn+Ave.+Dallas,TX&oe=UTF-8&um=1&ie=UTF-8&hq=&hnear=1444+Oak+Lawn+Ave,+Dallas,+TX+75207&gl=us&ei=pMuyS_3OIYmssgOyjbnmAQ&sa=X&oi=geocode_result&ct=title&resnum=1&ved=0CAwQ8gEwAA
Monday, March 8, 2010
Thursday, January 21, 2010
AiD Job-A-Palooza Job Fair- Tues, Jan. 26th!
Need $$? Need a job?
Then attend the JOB-A-PALOOZA Student Job Fair
TUESDAY, January 26th11am-1pm
8th Floor
Apply for part-time or full-time jobs
Bring info to fill out applications
Bring copies of your resume
Visit our Career Services / Job Search Assistance Table
Need resume assistance? I'd be happy to look over it for you! Email me at nrincon@aii.edu
Tuesday, December 29, 2009
The Great Chef Nina Hunter Does It Again!
Chef Nina Hunter, Pastry Chef Instructor here at The Art Institute of Dallas, won the Gingerbread House Competition at North Park Mall. One of her students and Ai student, Ashley Moyer also placed third.
DMagazine covered the story and you can read more about it here. Just scroll down to find the article.
Chef Hunter's 1st Place Gingerbread House
Ashley Moyer's Gingerbread House
Chef Hunter's house (front) and Ashley Moyer's house (back)
Tuesday, December 1, 2009
Ugly Christmas Sweater Contest!
For all of you that don't know, we have a new neighbor here at The Art Institute of Dallas - Gordon Biersch Brewery. Below is an open invitation to anyone that wants to attend GB's first seasonal event. Read below for more info!
Come celebrate with us on December 3rd from 5:30-7:30.
We will be tapping our first seasonal celebration, Winterbock!
· There will be an Ugly Sweater Contest-wear your most hideous holiday sweater for a chance to win great prizes.
· Bring an ornament to help decorate our Christmas Tree, prizes will be awarded to the most creative entries.
· In addition to the contests, we will have periodic raffles, a complimentary sampling of great food, and a passing of “Das Boot”.
Make plans to spend this Thursday 12/03 at Gordon Biersch. Stein Club and Passport Members, your first Winterbock at the party is on us!
I sincerely look forward to tapping this beer. I am certain that you will enjoy it as much as I do. If you have a moment when you are in on Thursday, please introduce yourself, I would greatly enjoy meeting you.
Raymond Plasek
Brewer
Come celebrate with us on December 3rd from 5:30-7:30.
We will be tapping our first seasonal celebration, Winterbock!
· There will be an Ugly Sweater Contest-wear your most hideous holiday sweater for a chance to win great prizes.
· Bring an ornament to help decorate our Christmas Tree, prizes will be awarded to the most creative entries.
· In addition to the contests, we will have periodic raffles, a complimentary sampling of great food, and a passing of “Das Boot”.
Make plans to spend this Thursday 12/03 at Gordon Biersch. Stein Club and Passport Members, your first Winterbock at the party is on us!
I sincerely look forward to tapping this beer. I am certain that you will enjoy it as much as I do. If you have a moment when you are in on Thursday, please introduce yourself, I would greatly enjoy meeting you.
Raymond Plasek
Brewer
TODAY! Free Workshop!
(Click on to Enlarge)Today, Tuesday, December 1st
Noon to 1pm
Room 204 - The Art Institute of Dallas
Thursday, November 5, 2009
ImagiNations Design Competition
I wanted to share this with you as it hits all programs like Interior Design, Sound Design, Designers, and many more.
If you have a passion for creative and innovative design, here's an opportunity to work with one of the most creative organizations in family entertainment. Created and sponsored by Walt Disney Imagineering, the ImagiNations Design Competition offers opportunities for diverse students to showcase their talents.
You can win a 10-day all-expense-paid trip to present your project to a panel of Walt Disney Imagineering executives and have the opportunity to compete for the "Best in Show" awards.
This incredible opportunity will provide participants with insight into Disney's creative process, and learn what it takes to succeed in an innovative organization. Additionally, all qualified applicants will be considered for Internship opportunities with Walt Disney Imagineering.
Imagineers are challenged to build on the Disney legacy of great storytelling to pioneer new forms of entertainment through technical innovation and creativity. The ImagiNations competition encourages you to do the same!
Past winners of the competition have gone on to serve internships at Imagineering and some have become full-time Imagineers.
Student must be a Junior, Senior, or a recent graduate within 1 year of graduation.
Click here for competition information!
Thursday, October 29, 2009
Boo!
Yesterday was the annual Halloween Costume Contest here at Ai Dallas and Career Services went as what else? Zombies.
I have to give credit to our wonderful makeup artist and AiD alum, Travis Magee from Brutal Industries. Thank you for making us look so scary!
I have to give credit to our wonderful makeup artist and AiD alum, Travis Magee from Brutal Industries. Thank you for making us look so scary!
Jennifer Magee, Kit Johnston, David Elias, Julie Janik, & Nicole Rincon
Tuesday, October 27, 2009
The Alumni Connections Website - UPGRADED!
The Career Insider, formerly called Vault, is now live on the Alumni Connections website. You will see it on the right-hand navigation AFTER signing in.
The Career Insider has a new look and some fresh new features.
A summary of new features:
·The number of industries the new site covers increase from 40 to nearly 200, expanding further to cover more career paths
·The number of professions has also increased from 60 to more than 400
·50,000 employee and industry influencer surveys
· Expanded company profiles that provide targeted insight into the interview and hiring practices, salaries, advancement opportunities and corporate cultures of thousands of companies
· Up-to-the-minute news from Dow Jones
· “SixFigureStart,” offering practical tips and strategies based on how hiring really works and what employers really want from former Fortune 500 recruiters
· “Career Nation,” a blog aimed at helping readers achieve career and job fulfillment
· “My Vault” is a content organizational tool, through which users can access the latest information about their personalized list of target companies, industries and professions
· Career and Profession Discussion Boards allow users to interface with those already working or searching for jobs in targeted industries
In order to access The Career Insider, you will need to register (one time only). You will enter in any valid email address and click on “Create an Account”. The next page is where you will sign up for a basic account, and they have the option to complete additional information in order to have a customized experience. Once registered you can log in and access the new site.
The Career Insider has a new look and some fresh new features.
A summary of new features:
·The number of industries the new site covers increase from 40 to nearly 200, expanding further to cover more career paths
·The number of professions has also increased from 60 to more than 400
·50,000 employee and industry influencer surveys
· Expanded company profiles that provide targeted insight into the interview and hiring practices, salaries, advancement opportunities and corporate cultures of thousands of companies
· Up-to-the-minute news from Dow Jones
· “SixFigureStart,” offering practical tips and strategies based on how hiring really works and what employers really want from former Fortune 500 recruiters
· “Career Nation,” a blog aimed at helping readers achieve career and job fulfillment
· “My Vault” is a content organizational tool, through which users can access the latest information about their personalized list of target companies, industries and professions
· Career and Profession Discussion Boards allow users to interface with those already working or searching for jobs in targeted industries
In order to access The Career Insider, you will need to register (one time only). You will enter in any valid email address and click on “Create an Account”. The next page is where you will sign up for a basic account, and they have the option to complete additional information in order to have a customized experience. Once registered you can log in and access the new site.
Monday, October 19, 2009
A Bunch of Short Guys Meeting to Feature Ai Dallas Graduate....
As seen on the A Bunch of Short Guys site:
The next ABOSG meeting is October 24th from 10am to noon. CCCCD Campus room c-104.
The October 24th Meeting of A Bunch of Short Guys is entitled "Sculpting and Maquettes" and is described here: "This month we break away from the computer and get down with some tactile materials. ABOSG welcomes an all star line lineup of traditional and modern sculptors. Each panelist will have 15 min to discuss their style with q&a at the end. Come join us - meetings are free."
Each panelist will have 15 minutes to talk, and one of the panelists is our our graduate Tyson Summers.
Tyson Summers
Tyson graduate of the Art Institute of Dallas 1995. Long time fan of late eighties and early nineties skateboard art. He is influenced by things that cross lines, whether its comedy, music or artwork. Tyson grew up in Garland TX, surrounded by an artistic family and Sesame Street. I had the privilege of seeing first hand how hard work and dedication combined can be truly magical.TysonSummers.com
The next ABOSG meeting is October 24th from 10am to noon. CCCCD Campus room c-104.
The October 24th Meeting of A Bunch of Short Guys is entitled "Sculpting and Maquettes" and is described here: "This month we break away from the computer and get down with some tactile materials. ABOSG welcomes an all star line lineup of traditional and modern sculptors. Each panelist will have 15 min to discuss their style with q&a at the end. Come join us - meetings are free."
Each panelist will have 15 minutes to talk, and one of the panelists is our our graduate Tyson Summers.
Tyson Summers
Tyson graduate of the Art Institute of Dallas 1995. Long time fan of late eighties and early nineties skateboard art. He is influenced by things that cross lines, whether its comedy, music or artwork. Tyson grew up in Garland TX, surrounded by an artistic family and Sesame Street. I had the privilege of seeing first hand how hard work and dedication combined can be truly magical.TysonSummers.com
Tuesday, October 13, 2009
Wednesday, October 7, 2009
You're Invited....
You are invited to attend a Studio Open House and be among the first to preview the work spaces of Byron Zarrabi, Trayc Claybrook (Ai Dallas Digital Film & Video Production Instructor), Janet Reynolds and VET.
Saturday, October 17
7:00- 9:00pm
235 Murray St.
Dallas, TX 75226
(in Deep Ellum just north of the intersection of Hall & Commerce)
Appetizers and cocktails will be served.
Monday, October 5, 2009
Hell's Kitchen Open Call
Now Casting For America's Best Chefs!
FOX's HELL'S KITCHEN is looking for top-notch Chefs, 21 and over, who are passionate about cooking and skilled at their craft. Can YOU stand the heat?
OPEN CALL: October 12th12pm - 5pm
The Iron Cactus
1520 Main StDallas, TX 75201
For more information, go to www.fox.com/hellskitchen
Call: 310-482-0564 // Hell's Kitchen Hotline 866-266-2226
Email: hellskitchen@theconlincompany.com
FOX's HELL'S KITCHEN is looking for top-notch Chefs, 21 and over, who are passionate about cooking and skilled at their craft. Can YOU stand the heat?
OPEN CALL: October 12th12pm - 5pm
The Iron Cactus
1520 Main StDallas, TX 75201
For more information, go to www.fox.com/hellskitchen
Call: 310-482-0564 // Hell's Kitchen Hotline 866-266-2226
Email: hellskitchen@theconlincompany.com
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