class evaluation: MEDP/FILMP 150, Media & Film in a Digital Age.

Coming into MEDP/FILMP 150 with only the title of the class, "Media and Film in a Digital Age", in mind, I was unsure of what to expect. Throughout the year I learned everything from film composition to basic HTML from two very informed lecturers. The idea of having a lab for a Media and Film class sounds strange to the ear, but it actually makes a lot of sense. Media and Film are both interactive mediums that demand hands-on experience, and that is what I got from the lab - everything from taking still photography to setting up lighting.

The first few lectures focused on film and were taught by Gustavo Mercado. He had everyone in the lecture constantly engaged in the material, and although I felt that I knew much of the material already, he had a way of making it interesting. The majority of the media lectures were taught by Martin Lucas, who also works in documentary filmmaking. He was engaging, for the most part, and always had his own cute little anecdotes to add to the lecture. Although he was not always successful in presenting difficult ideas or concepts in a more straightforward manner, he tried his hardest and his effort was commendable.

Sam Stalling, my section leader, was adept in her field of Film and Media Studies and assisted students when in need of help. She personally helped me a lot in Photoshop, and I thank her dearly for that.

Coming out of MEDP/FILMP 150 I know much more about Media than I did prior. I believe I will be majoring in Film Studies, so the first quarter of the course lectures will show to have helped me in the long run. All in all, I found this course to be enjoyable for the most part and look forward to the next step in my collegiate career.