Brinkman Portfolio

Portfolio

Project 1: Website Redesign Redesign an Ecommerce website. Copper Penny is a boutique store located in South Carolina.

Project 2: Copper Penny Ad Campaign Objective: from the website redesign, create an ad campaign for Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook.

Project 3: The Skateboard Objective: create a skateboard design with an ad for a homelessness campaign using Saul Bass’ style

Project 4: Board Game Branding Objective: create a brand for a board game

Project 5: West End Beer Objective: create a four bottle package based on the art deco style.

Project 6: Clone Book Cover Objective: create a unique cover for a book.

Project 7: Clone Exploration Objective: expand on the “Clone” book cover for another book in a series.

Lucy finally knows her past... but some pasts are meant to be forgotten.

Praise for Clone: “Thrilling, captivating, and filled with just the right amount of action and adventure!” - Anna Goretski, New York Times bestselling author

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Book two of the Clone Series

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“A cross between Hunger Games and Terminator. A must-read for people who are fans of those series!” - Publishers Weekly

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Now, Lucy knows she has powers that no other clones have.

To keep her friends out of danger, she must learn how to control them. With the rebel clones closing in on her she must choose between the revolution or the government. One choice will put her and her friends in danger and the other could possibly get all clones destroyed.

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Project 8: Photography

Project 9: The Student Printz Newspaper Front Pages Front covers for The Student Printz. The Printz won Best Layout & Design in the Better Newspaper Contest.

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Prism Center provides training for prospective

LGBTQ+ allies CALEB MCCLUSKEY NEWS EDITOR outhern Miss Allies and the Prism Center of Southern Miss is providing training for students and faculty that will help them to become official allies of the LGBTQ+ community here at Southern Miss.

“The allies training [program] is a network of faculty and students who are willing to be visibly supportive of individuals in the community on campus,” the program manager for the Office of Multicultural Programs and Services Tegi

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Jenkins-Rimmer said.

The training was Monday, September 16 from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. in room 210 and Wednesday, September 18 from 2 p.m. in room 216, but for those still interested there will be a meeting on Friday, September 20 in room 216.

Jenkins-Rimmer said the response to the training has been great so far, and the center had to add the Monday class because their Tuesday class was filled. She said for those interested there is a signup form that can be accessed via their Facebook page, Southern Miss Prism Center.

“You don’t have to necessarily be a part of the community to be an ally,” Jenkins-

Rimmer said. “This type of training is necessary. Terms are changing. Students are changing, and I think it is important for the campus to be involved in that training.”

In the training, participants will learn how some terms have changed in recent years, how to create a welcoming environment and eliminate bias.

Associate professor of English Katherine Cochran, Ph.D., who has gone through the training herself, said that the training was instructive and helpful. She also said she found the language clarification portion the training particularly useful.

“I think the training could be instructive

for anyone, regardless of previous familiarity with LGBT+ issues, in part because it was such a welcoming space in which questions were encouraged,” Cochran said.

Those who complete the training receive a placard with the rainbow flag on it showing that they are allies. The placard also details the duties of an ally.

“For some students, seeing that rainbow symbol is very comforting,” JenkinsRimmer said. “An ally is someone that supports the community. It doesn’t mean you are taking on those beliefs. It just means you are supporting others on how they feel and what they believe.”

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MEGHAN FULLER PRINTZ REPORTER any sexual assault survivors go through trials every day following an attack.

In the U.S., one in three women and one in six men will experience a sexual assault in their lifetime. With this, 20-25% of college women and 15% of college men are victims of sexual assault during their time at college. With this, rape is still the most under-reported crime.

Junior special education major Cara Barker experienced first-hand how an assault can change life drastically. During her freshman year, Barker was sexually assaulted at a fraternity on campus during Halloween. She was with a group of friends who were drinking before she eventually got separated from the group.

“After my first or second drink, I felt funny, and that wasn’t normal,” Barker said. “A guy eventually led me into his room, and the rest was simply a blur from there.”

Barker said the assault from that night was shut out from her memory. She feared her assailant and his presence still on campus. Even more, she feared how she would be viewed or judged throughout campus if she were to open up about the incident. Barker later learned about a similar instance that took place the same night. She heard what was being said about the woman, which caused her to keep quiet about her attack.

“I didn’t want to be known as the girl who ruined someone’s life,” Barker said.

“Even though my life was never taken into consideration.”

Barker has never taken any legal action for her assault, but she reached out to those around her and began going to therapy. Barker struggled with coming

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to terms with the assault, but eventually allowed herself to heal.

“It’s a part of my story although it doesn’t define me,” Barker said. “The culture has changed on campus since then, but it’s nowhere near where it needs to be.”

Title IX coordinator Rebecca Malley has been working with the office since 2011 with assisting those who feel victimized or unsafe on campus. Title IX’s role regarding sexual assault is to implement the university’s sexual misconduct policy.

The staff also works to provide a place for students to find comfort and to consult with someone about their rights on campus regarding sexual misconduct.

“People need to get help and reach out after an attack,” Malley said. “They

need to know not to carry the burden themselves.”

Junior marine biology major Makala Marsh was sexually assaulted at 9 years old by her brother. While being told at the time that it was simply a game, Marsh said it continued for weeks following. After the assault, she avoided her brother at all costs. While Marsh had never told her parents, she eventually confided in friends.

“I had a friend in high school that underestimated the event, which caused me to be ashamed,” Marsh said. “This led me to never talk about it until I got to college.”

Marsh said that her fear has kept her from taking any legal action, but she would like to know his reasoning. While

she continues to go to therapy, Marsh also has allowed herself to become more open about the situation and reach out to those with similar stories. Marsh still struggles with common issues following the assault, such as nightmares and anxiety.

“I’m afraid to get into a relationship,” Marsh said. “I don’t trust easily anymore.”

While Marsh has only confided in a few people about the assault, she has also connected with a therapist at the Southern Miss Student Counseling Services. While she worries about the outcome of telling others, Marsh is comfortable with her support system on campus.

Marsh said that she feels her experience, although tough, has led her to seek the help that she has today. She said that the support she has been given is something that other survivors should seek out as well whenever they’re ready. While every case of assault is different, Marsh said that the action taken following an assault is important in the healing process.

“It’s important for other people to remember that just because someone waits, no matter how long to report a sexual assault, it doesn’t lessen the trauma,” Malley said. “Do not pass judgment on someone just because they waited a while to step forward.”

While reactions vary from person to person, many sexual assault survivors confide in someone following an attack.

The first step that Title IX takes after a survivor confides in them is to ensure the safety and well-being of that person, whether this means a change in a living situation or a simple talk with the University Police Department. Title IX then assists with services such as counseling or crisis intervention in order to benefit someone after an attack.

“It’s not your fault. It never was your fault. It will never be your fault,” Marsh said. “Survivors need to remember that therapy is super beneficial in these situations.”

Financial struggles bring gritty times for students t is said that every college student should study three hours outside of the classroom for every credit hour spent inside the classroom.

Southern Miss requires students to take 15 credit hours to maintain scholarships, so students would be expected to study for a minimum of 45 hours a week.

For low-income students, it can be difficult to focus that much on school due to their financial situations forcing many of them to work full-time. Likewise, other low-income students find it difficult to focus on classwork due to stress about having to take out student loans.

According to the Chamber of Commerce, 60% of all students have some form of debt by graduation stacking up to $1.5 trillion in federal student debt owed by 44.5 million people. The average debt amount in 2016 for a student graduating being around $37,102.

Freshman social work major Jasmine Taylor said her parents did not want her to come to Southern Miss.

“My mom said I needed to figure out something since she wasn’t going to pay for anything, so like everything for Southern Miss I’ve been working since high school to pay for it,” Taylor said. “Every semester I have to think of new ways to actually pay for that semester.”

Taylor accepted around $6,000 of financial aid per semester, but still had to take out loans.

“The majority of the loans that I got were through ParentPlus, so if I never got those, I wouldn’t be able to attend school,” Taylor said.

Taylor said that when she gets paid, she puts half of her paycheck in savings and the rest into her checking account.

“I prioritize. If I know I got to pay for something, pay for it then so I don’t have to later,” Taylor said.

Taylor is currently receiving a scholarship from the New Student & Retention Programs office and mentioned TRIO and upperclassmen as support going

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he film industry has seen a lot of change in the past ten years from the rise of big-budget Marvel films to the rise of streaming. As the 2010s come to a close, it is time to look back and reflect on what movies have stood out amongst the rest. These are the top five movies released this decade according to writers at the Student Printz.

I think the film “La La Land” speaks of a joy-filled life about how in times of trouble you have to push through and make your own joy. This film embodies this concept and brings it together through a realistic and relatable plot. The plot plays your heart, but in the end, their dreams come true whether it be the dream that the viewer might want.

From someone who adores old Hollywood films, this was such a refreshing film to watch in modern times with its spot-on cinematography.

“La La Land” is so cheerful that you literally can’t watch a scene and not smile, even in the midst of sadness there’s a bit of cheer being spread.

2. “Lady Bird” (dir. Greta Gerwig) Written by Morgan Usry “Lady Bird” follows a girl during her senior

“I have to prove to the state that I am financially independent from my parents. It’s just hard to provide all the references sometimes with the financial aid office.

I’m trying to go to school, and it is an added stress with the office questioning me,” White said.

Although White often works 10-14 hour shifts on weekends, she said there are positives to working so hard.

“I make good money. Like some weekends I can make up to $400 off of tips. It really helps me pay for rent which I don’t get any help with,” White said.

With so many hours spent working, White said it can be hard to focus on school or to get involved in

extracurricular activities.

“It would look great on my resume having extracurricular activities but I can’t afford it. It’s something that I’m going to have to take a hit on,” White said. “That’s why I try to do better on my grades because I’m hoping they’ll focus on that besides me not doing anything [extracurricular].”

Taylor and White both said other low-income students should learn to budget and become informed about the different offices that can help.

“You need to learn about financial aid, scholarships and loans. If you don’t, it’s harder in the long run,” White said.

The 177 individual artists of “Into the Spider-Verse” combined hand-drawn techniques with computer animation.

Also, instead of relying on 24 framesper-second, “Spider-Verse” occasionally doubled that number, meaning the poses would stay on film longer.

Each character and background had its own distinct animation style and colors. Watching “Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse” literally feels like watching a comic book come alive with its vibrant colors, lines and exaggerated expressions. year of high school as she deals with romance, friendship, herself and most importantly, family.

One of the things that make “Lady Bird” so special is how it balances all of these elements of life and weaves them together to create a compelling story.

A strong part of this story is the relationship between Lady Bird and her mother, which is a type of complex and real relationship that

4. “Hereditary” (dir. Ari Aster) Written by Jack McCallum Ari Aster is a director with an artistic vision like no other, best defined in the 2018 horror film “Hereditary.” His first feature-length film, Aster builds a unique, terrifying world that redefines what horror can be. “Hereditary” takes the viewer on an intense, mind-boggling journey

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through a family’s inner turmoil following the death of their grandmother.

Not for the weak at heart, “Hereditary” makes you question your own mental state and the family around you. Oh, and how can you mention “Hereditary” without acknowledging the killer, career-defining performance by legendary actress Toni Collette?

5. “Get Out” (dir. Jordan Peele) Written by Conrad Acosta

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Jordan Peele’s “Get Out” was one of the first horror movies among a long trend of sequels, rip-offs and remakes to actually present a wellexecuted, original concept. The film, which was Peele’s directorial debut, follows the weekend trip of a photographer to his girlfriend’s family’s house as he slowly realizes that he isn’t just a guest in their home.

The story wields its mystery very effectively even though it is clear early on that something is off. “Get Out” was the first in what promises to be a long line of incredible horror films from the mind of Jordan Peele. Its unique concept, wellwritten story and memorable performances make it one of the best films of the decade.

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Honorable mentions: 6. “Star Wars: The Force Awakens” (dir. J.J. Abrams) 7. “Baby Driver” (dir. Edgar Wright) 8. “The Help” (dir. Tate Taylor) 9. “Joker” (dir. Todd Phillips) 10. “Midsommar” (dir. Ari Aster)

Writers reflect on songs of the decade

1. Arctic Monkeys- “Do I Wanna Know?”

(2013) Written by Morgan Usry

through college as a first-generation college student.

Like Taylor, senior biology and Spanish double major Hayley White has had to support herself while at Southern Miss. In addition to taking 16 hours of class this semester, White works full-time as a waitress at Keg & Barrel.

“I don’t get involved much being a low-income student. Without my parents help, I have to work full time. I usually work 5-6 shifts as a waitress so it is kind of hard to balance,” White said.

White said even though her parents make too much money for her to receive adequate financial aid, they don’t help her financially.

3. “Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse” (dir. Peter Ramsey, Bob Persichetti, Rodney Rothman) Written by Lillie Busch

1. “La La Land” (dir. Damien Chazelle) Written by Bethany Morris

he decade is coming to an end, meaning it is time to discuss what songs have stood out and defined the 2010s. With this being the final issue of the Student Printz for the decade, the staff has come together to decide on what songs have truly made a lasting impact. These are the top five of the Student Printz writers’ favorite songs released in the past ten years.

Jasmine Taylor is one of the many financially independent students on campus.

isn’t often portrayed. Their relationship often is secondary to the other storylines, but it is always there and felt throughout the entire movie. But what makes “Lady Bird” truly great is its ability to capture the feeling of being young and full of hope for the future.

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“Do I Wanna Know?” is an emotional song that embodies the feeling of longing like no other song of the 2010s. The way lead singer Alex Turner yearns about unrequited love is enough to move anyone and is a predicament nearly everyone can relate to.

The entire song is amazing, but the second half is where it takes off into something more.

The multiple levels of sound and vocals create a rich listening experience like no other. The music video for “Do I Wanna Know?” adds to its iconic status. With over 900 million views and consisting of vibrating lines in the form of sound waves and line drawings, the video enhances the song in an extraordinary way.

2. Gorillaz- “On Melancholy Hill” (2010) Written by Brian Winters “On Melancholy Hill” is the Gorillaz song that

got me back into the Gorillaz. The last time I listened to Gorillaz was in 2006, so hearing “On Melancholy Hill” for the first time in 2010 brought me back to my early life and the love I had for the band.

The music is calming and more mellow than previous Gorillaz songs. To me, the song gives off a sense of relaxation. The music video – which if you have not seen, I suggest watching – adds to that relaxation. The music video is basically just submarines going through the ocean until they make it to Plastic Beach. “On Melancholy Hill” perfectly reminded me of the love I had for Gorillaz and reignited the love I still have for the band.

time of day and tone of light. This song, along with the rest of the album, breathes feelings and embraces happiness. “Golden Hour” speaks to Musgraves’ evolution from country-pop to a new tone that calls for strings, boldness and the appreciation of beauty.

5. Childish Gambino- “This Is America” (2018) Written by Conrad Acosta

4. Kacey Musgraves- “Golden Hour” (2018) Written by Ashlyn Levins

“This is America” by Childish Gambino is a perfect example of the magic that can happen when different mediums of art collide. The song, released amid the heated discourse surrounding gun violence in America, uses a variety of creative methods to show the listeners what America looks like through the metaphorical lens that Gambino provides.

The rhythm is short and punchy, giving the lyrics plenty of impact and allowing the meaning behind the words to take center stage.

The real beauty of the song, however, is found in its music video which features a choreographed tour through the chaotic landscape that is meant to represent an America riddled with gun violence.

The song “Golden Hour” is a smooth and attractive mix between country and disco rhythm.

Throughout the album of the same name, Musgraves creates a sense of awareness of the world around her, as if it is all new to her.

The album’s title track relates this awareness to the

Honorable mentions: 6. Adele- “Rolling in the Deep” (2010) 7. The Chainsmokers- “Closer” (2016) 8. Post Malone, Swae Lee- “Sunflower” (2018) 9. Hozier- “Take Me To Church” (2013) 10. Lana Del Rey- “Video Games” (2011)

3. Beyoncé- “Formation” (2016) Written by Kaylyn Jones Beyoncé came in swinging with her song and music video, “Formation,” proving that you can be fun, political and empowering. Both the song and music video masterfully intermingle black empowerment and issues.

Beyoncé proudly sings about loving where she came from and her roots as she puts her culture in your face with afros and hot sauce. She brought amazing imagery and real-life audio of flooding in New Orleans to call out the incompetence and racial implications of the handling of Hurricane Katrina.

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Project 12: Capstone Objective: create a brand for an exclusively gluten-free dessert shop.

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