INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY AREA OF STUDY
FACULTY
MARCY SATTERWHITE
was instrumental in the creation of a graphic design program at Lake Land College. When she began working at the college 25 years ago, the graphic design program did not exist. “There were classes teaching students how to use the programs, but no specific degree program,” Satterwhite said. “The material continued to evolve and we kept adding classes. We saw the need for a niche degree and put it all together.” Now, many of the classes are taught by graphic designers still working in the field, allowing students to stay up to date on the latest industry standards and techniques. “Graphic design is always changing, so my goal is always to make sure students have the skills they need to go out and do well in their careers,” Satterwhite said. “Students who
graduate from the graphic design program here are very versatile. They have all the pieces they need to be successful.” Students in Satterwhite’s program have the chance to experience a wide variety of graphic design components, including industrystandard Adobe programs, design and creation techniques, a graphic design lab, printshop experience, digital art and up-to-date equipment.
Computer Systems Computer Technician Desktop Publishing IT – Computer Applications Specialist IT – Computer Game Development IT – Digital Media Specialist IT – Graphic Design IT – Network Administration IT – Programming IT – Web Design Information Technology Exploratory Area of Study
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Satterwhite said the IT-Graphic Design program recently purchased some digital drawing tablets for students to use in the creation of digital art. “I am continuously impressed with the talent and improvement my students accomplish during our time together,” Satterwhite said. “One of the things that I love about this program is that the students get to be creative. Their art can really capture people.” LAKE LAND COLLEGE s 217-234-5253
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