Welcome back!

Yep! So after a LONG winter nap, I'm ready for another year of fashion, fun and food (I've made nearly 5 batches of Rice Krispy Treats and am SOOO paying for it)! To quickly catch up, as I have a TON of pattern making homework to do, I've made broaches and pillows (soon to be up on my shop at http://www.etsy.com/shop/QuirkyCouture), sketched designs for Skintimates "Be Ready For Everything" contest (http://www.skintimatestudios.com/), and got the cartilage in my ear pierced!! Yay pretty pretty pain!!

Since I've been putting MUCH more effort into my Etsy shop (a wonderful creative online craft shop where artists display their excellent-ness), I'm considering asking SLC watchers to switch to my new QuirkyCouture Blog (soon be be uploaded in a few days).
I look forward to writing for you guys soon so enjoy the warmer weather!!!!! >'.'<

Akira Fashion Show Tonight!

So I took a break from Blogging to spend sometime with family over the Holidays, but now that I'm back, I'm headed to the Akira Fashion Show Today at 6pm!! I love finding little events like this to spruce up my Fashion life (which undeniably has been lacking). It's 25 dollars and only a few hours long. I think I'll manage and maybe even take pics if it's allowed. :)

I bought these adorable black wedge heeled boots (with short fake fur at the cuff) over the break and I thought that today would be a great day to try them out. I took one step outside and nearly busted my butt on the ice that froze all over the cement after it rained last night. I walked in the street nearly 3 blocks this morning on my way to the bus stop! lol

So some tips for Chicago winter fashion: "skip the cute and go for the snow boot!" ;)

Until next time!

Meet The Simpsons Writer Michael Price for FREE!!!

ILIC students have the opportunity to see The Simpsons writer Michael Price for FREE on Sunday September 13th!

Any interested students/faculty/staff can get tickets by going to the Auditorium Theatre Box Office (50 E. Congress Parkway) with a school ID or business card. Please note: If you purchase tickets online, a $1.50 convenience charge applies. Unfortunately, there are no options for bulk ticket purchases. If you have any problems getting tickets, please let me know.

Visit the Student Portal at www.myilic.com

proudly present

AN EVENING WITH MICHAEL PRICE: Emmy Award-Winning Writer/Producer For The Simpsons with moderator David Viggiano from Fox News Chicago SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 13, 2009 AT 7:30 PM FREE for college students, faculty and staff Receive a complimentary one year subscription to Time Out Chicago for each advance ticket reservation. Kick off the school year with Michael Price, writer for The Simpsons! Discover the secrets of this iconic TV show as Michael takes you through the creative process with never-before-seen clips including a satirical look at the most recent Presidential Electionand a scene of Mr. Burns taking Homer for a night on the town in Chicago from the episode "He Loves to Fly and He D'ohs." As part of this exclusive presentation for college students, faculty and staff, you'll even enjoy a sneak peak of the 21st season, which starts September 27th. Michael will also answer your own questions in an exclusive Q&A session following the presentation.David Viggiano, Entertainment reporter for Fox News Chicago, will moderate. In addition to his work as writer and producer for The Simpsons, Michael Price has also penned episodes of The PJs, Teen Angel, Homeboys in Outer Space, The Newz and One Minute to Air. He served as writer and co-executive producer of the ABC animated series Teacher's Pet. He holds a BA in theatre arts from Montclair State University and an MFA in theatre directing from Tulane University. GET TICKETS: In person: Auditorium box office located at 50 E. Congress Pkwy, open Mon-Fri, noon-6 p.m. Online: CLICK HERE ($1.25 handling fee applies) Please Note: Limit two tickets per valid college ID. Please have your ID ready upon arrival. By reserving tickets you are giving the Auditorium, LoopUChicago.com and Time Out Chicago permission to contact you about special offers and events. Generous support is provided by: The SimpsonsTM and © 2009. Twentieth Century Fox Film Corporation. All Rights Reserved.

Free Film Festival

We still have a number of FREE tickets available for Tuesday’s event. If you’re interested in attending, please email Scott Perry at smperry@aii.edu.

All comp tickets can be picked up at the box office the night of the event.

Hear an expert panel made up of faculty from The Illinois Institute of Art - Chicago for The Midwest Independent Film Festival’s First Tuesday on September 1!

You will also get to enjoy the premier of “Being Bucky”!

Panel Topic: Getting your low-budget film made

Panelists: Nancy Bechtol

Michael Markowski

Steve Ordower

David Schmudde

Michael Wright

Where: Landmark Century Center Cinema

2828 N. Clark St.

Chicago

When: Tuesday, September 1

6:30 p.m.

Cruise this Monday

Chicago Skyline Boat Cruise

August 31, 2009; 7:30-9:30pm$10 Students; $15 GuestsTickets available in Student Affairs (Mart) (Limit 3 tickets/student)

Who: ILIC students and guests

What: Boat Cruise and Dancing

Where: Departure from Ogden Slip at Navy Pier, Bright Star pier

When: Boarding begins at 7:15pm; Boat departs promptly at 7:30pm

Why: Because you want something fun to do!

Alright, so for everyone that wants to go to the Volley Ball game on this Friday but doesn't know how to get there, I will be traveling from The Illinois Institute of Art to North Avenue Beach via Cta. I'll be waiting in the student lounge from 9:45 to around 10:00. We'll depart from there and head to the beach.

If you want to travel on your own, simply Google "North Avenue Beach". The picture above is what I received when I used Google maps.

See you there!

Alright, the date of this free event has been set and the sunblock applied!

The ILIC Recreational Volleyball Games (North Avenue Beach) will be at 11:00am-3:00pm on August 21st.

If anyone needs traveling information or directions, please feel free to contact Adam Patricoski in Student Affairs at (800) 351-3450, ext 8618 or myself at ChristinPed@gmail.com or via the comments on this blog.

See you there! :)

Volley Ball Game on the 21st

For those of you who are interested, The Illinois Institute of Art-Chicago will be hosting a volleyball game on the 21st of this month. It will be held on a nearby beach and all students are strongly encouraged to come! Take advantage of a change to introduce yourself to your peers and enjoy a little sun and sand in the mean time. Plus who can't resist a little friendly beatdown (I meant competition, I swear).

For details, drop me a email (or comment) with your email so I can send you details. Or skip the middle step and follow this blog to receive updates on upcoming events on and off campus.

See you guys there! :)

Open Mic Night on Campus

Yesterday August 12th, students from all majors enjoyed singing, poetry readings and instrumental songs written and preformed by none other then the students themselves. As their peer, it was really nice to see them openly express their talents to friends who may not have known otherwise. I admit I sang a song (not really well) but was glad to be introduced to 2 new people that may be great contacts later down the line (and may even teach me how to sing). ::laughs::

Hope to see you guys at the next open mic!

SLC Update

The Student Handbook Describes the SLC in greater detail:

The Student Leadership Council works to enhance and unify the college experience by providing an opportunity for growth and personal development of students through both planning and participation in social, cultural, and educational events that complement The Illinois Institute of Chicago’s academic mission.

The main goals of the SLC include:

• To help organize student activities and events at the college and in the community to promote student involvement.

• To Support other student organizations and work collaboratively with these organizations.

• To facilitate the exchange of ideas and information among students.

• To provide leadership opportunities for students within the college.

If you are interested, contact the Office of Career and Student Services.

[Adam Patricoski

Student Development apatricoski@aii.edu]

~Christina Pedroso

Fashion Design Major at the Illinois Institute of Art Chicago

ChristinPed@gmail.com