FEBRUARY 4, 2009 | THE MEREDITH HERALD I PAGES
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DESIGN TIPS APPLY TO EVERYONE
April Rummage
Staff Writer
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As Americans across the country struggle with a weak
ening economy, we are reminded that historically the arts
are some of the first aspects of society to feel the money
cruncfi. Even so, according to the News and Observer,
public art programs will become a vital part of society
in the coming days as economic woes ebb and flow. We
are to remember that city beautification should not take
a back seat because when people are suffering the most,
it is the time to enjoy culture and art. Art can be an en
joyable and free activity for families that can no longer
afford to go out to eat or travel to the beach.
One art-related profession that is preparing to take an
economic hit in the coming months is graphic designing.
The American histitute of Graphic Artists recently re
leased a statement providing ways for graphic designers
to cope with tho declining economy. These tips are not
only helpful for designers but all professions in general.
Let’s take a look at some of these tips:
1. Develop Your Practice/Make a Plan: Since the
economy is slow, now is a good time to reexamine your
business practices. Make a plan to better your skills and
strengthen your relationships.
2. Upgrade Your Skills: Take some time to expand
your skill set. Leam about a new kind of software, take
a few business classes, go back to school or attend a
few professional conferences. With the slow economy,
now is a good time to gain an edge on the competition.
Check with your professional organization to. see what
discounted products and services are available to you.
3. Be Actively Involved: Join a professional organiza
tion if you aren’t already a member. Volunteer to better
your profession and gain important contacts within your
business. Also, use your free time to volunteer at com
munity outreach organizations. This will not only better
your understanding of important community and social
issues but could lead to professional opportunities.
4. Stay Strong: Overall, the mos.t important thing to
remember in hard times is to stay strong and don’t lose
Iwpe. Times will get better. Do not sacrifice your per
sonal health and safety to save or gain money. One must
look forward to the future with optimism.
Regardless of your major, the ftiture looks to be chal
lenging. But as long as we stay optimistic and take ad
vantage of our resources, circumstances will change,
and we will be ready to meet them head on. ■
STUDENT GOVERNMENT ASSOCIATION UPDATE
Olivia-Paige Izze
Contributing Writer
It’s a ijew semester which means we will all be faced
with many new challenges; however, we know that ev
ery single bit of our hard work will pay off in the end.
Your Student Government Association has had two
meetings so far during the Spring semester and will be
meeting every Thursday to better serve you! Recent
ly we have been getting back into the swing of things
and have discussed many issues. Week before last we
spent a large amount of time discussing General Educa
tion and ways that we could improve it. Our goal is to
provide our input and serve as a voice for the student
body so that we can make Meredith College even better
next year. '
During the past few weeks we have also talked a lot
about the Smoking Policy that is currently implemented
on campus. Student Life is in charge of this policy, and
each member of the Meredith commimity should have
received a survey at some point in the past week. We
hope that you all took the time to share your thoughts
and feelings, because in the end that is what matters the
most. Also, we are continuing to try to tackle the issues
in Belk Dining Hall. We promise that we are doing ev
erything we can to make it as best as possible for you,
and each day we are taking bigger and bigger steps to
get there.
As for Elections, I’m sure you all knew that they went
on this week. The Candidate Question and Answer ses
sion was held Monday January 26th at 5:00 P.M. in
Kresge, and there was a great turnout. We really ap
preciate everyone coming out to hear firsthand all about
our wonderful candidates running for office for this up.-
comingyear.
Well that’s all for this week. Please keep a lookout
for more SGA briefings. Also please know that if you
have any questions or sugg»istions about what’s going
on here at school feel fi-ee to let us know. We are here to
serve you and hope you all have wonderful week! ■