Dear Students,

We are yet to receive Overnight Lab Booking Form from some students. Please be reminded to submit it to your subject lecturer/tutor or Ms Fiona at Multimedia dept as below,

Batch MM0905-1&2: to Lecturer Sook Chiung

Batch MM0901-1 &2 : to tutor Zhe Yen

Batch MM088-1: to tutor Yiwei

Batch MM085-1: to lecturer Joanne Ng

Batch MM081-1: to tutor Sook Chiung

Batch MM078-1&2: to Lecturer Kenny

Deadline: 19th March(Friday)


Thank you.

Dear fellow students,

Befrienders (M'sia) will be conducting an outreach programme with all TOA staff and students on the following date and time:

Date: Friday, 12th March 2010
Time: 3pm – 4.30pm
Venue: F4 room (Above Ming Tian)
Open to all TOA Staff & Students


The programme outline is as follows:

- Overview of mental health situation
- Managing stress and depression
- Dealing with emotions
- Active listening skills
- Emotional support for the despairing or suicidal person


Kindly RSVP to (joannekok@toa.edu.my) to book yourself a seat if you would like join us. Hope to see you all there! :)

Dear MM085,

Reminder for formal presentation of your redesigned website:

10 March 2010 at MMLab2, 1pm
with online live site, presentation slide, project proposal, CD-ROM.

Students are welcome to attend the master class as below,

Exclusive master classes taught by working professionals in the visual effects and games industries. Each 2-3 hour video focuses on a different element of the VFX industry.

Date : 9th, 10th, 12th, 13th & 17th March 2010
Venue : Audio Visual Hall
Show time & date are listed below (the schedule is subject to change)

9th Mar 2010 10am-1pm (Tue)
Traditional Art Values Applied to Digital Art
Instructor: Craig Mullins
Renowned digital painter Craig Mullins shares how he applies the timeless values behind traditional art to digital art.

9th Mar 2010 3-4pm (Tue)
Drawing From Design
Instructor: Feng Zhu
Acclaimed concept designer Feng Zhu shares how to create designs that strike a balance between uniqueness and mass-market appeal.

10th Mar 2010 10am-1pm (Wed)
Design and Visual Communication of Vehicles
Instructor: Scott Robertson
Scott Robertson will explain his approach to designing a variety of vehicle types for video games.

10th Mar 2010 3-6pm (Wed)
Dark and Stormy Nightmares: The Art of Dreaming on Paper
Instructor: Iain McCaig
Storyteller and artist Iain McCaig shows how to tap into your dream-mind.

12th Mar 2010 10am-1pm (Fri)
Creature and Character Design
Instructor: Neville Page
Neville Page, lead creature designer on Star Trek, shares how to utilize a variety of techniques to create a unique character design.

12th Mar 2010 2-6pm (Fri)
The Digital Creature Creation Pipeline
Instructor: Alvaro Buendia
Alvaro Buendia of Blizzard Entertainment shares his process behind creating a digital creature.

13th Mar 2010 10am-1pm (Sat)
Mastering ZBrush 3.5
Instructor: Ryan Kingslien
Harness the power of ZBrush 3.5 for character, environment and concept design pipelines with Master ZBrush Artist Ryan Kingslien.

17th Mar 2010 10am-1pm, 2-6pm (Wed)
Creature Development
Instructor: Alex Alvarez
Alex Alvarez will cover his 3D creature production process and how to work fast in the face of deadlines.

For more information about the competition please visit http://mastraveller.com/detikMH/

Dear MM078-2,

Please be informed that the location for DigitalPortfolio on 9/3/10 has changed to MMLab 2. Class will start at 2PM as usual.

thank you.

Dear students,

As a continuing effort to provide additional good resources to facilitate students in their research and studies, please be informed that college has subscribed to two online journals- Project Muse and ACM Digital Library. The online journals can be accessed at the college’s premise.

We have developed a video tutorial to guide students to familiarize and fully utilize the online journals. A shortcut link – Tutorials for online journals - has been posted on every computer desktop in all the labs. When students click on this shortcut, they will be able to view the video.

A short guide on how to access these journals is also available at the library counter.

Please use the links below,
1) Project must --- http://muse.jhu.edu
2) ACM Digital Library --- http://portal.acm.org/dl.cfm


Thank you.

We have confirmed that "Your Grandfather's Road" Presentation and shortfilms screening session will be held on this coming Wednesday (3 March), 11am - 1pm, in the Audio Visual Hall.

"Your Grandfather's Road" is coming to TOA where Manesh, the founding member of Sunny Stories, is keen to screen two of his short films to The One Academy students, followed by a short presentation about YGR and a Q & A session.

More info about Your Grandfather's Road, pls visit : www.yourgrandfathersroad.com

All MM students are encourage to attend this seminar especially DV students, ADV and students who are going into video subject.

Dear MM78

Thank you to Group 1 for informing the clash of timing.

We have adjusted again the schedule for Group 1.

24 Feb (Wed) - No lecture

25 Feb (Thur) - Workshop
Group 2 - 9.30am to 12.30pm - MM Lab 1
Group 1 - 1.00pm to 4.00pm - MM Lab 1

Thank you.

See you soon!

Dear MM78

This arrangement is made only for this week, Lesson 7.

Please take note that the major changes is the timing of Group 1 & Group 2 workshop sessions.

24 Feb (Wed) - No lecture

25 Feb (Thur) - Workshop
Group 2 - 9.30am to 12.30pm
Group 1 - 3.00pm to 6.00pm

Group 2 please attend the morning class, and group1 attend the afternoon class.

Thank you for your understanding & sorry for the inconvenience caused.

See you soon!

Dear MM081 & MM085,

Kindly submit your Elective Subject Selection Form to Ms Fiona at MM Dept by 3/3/10(Wed).

Thank you.

Dear Students,

Please submit your Overnight Lab Booking Form to your subject lecturers as below,

MM0905-1&2: to Lecturer Sook Chiung

MM0901-1: to tutor Zhe Yen

MM088-1: to tutor Yiwei

MM085-1: to lecturer Joanne Ng

MM081-1: to tutor Sook Chiung

MM078-1&2: to Lecturer Kenny

Deadline: 10th March


Thank you.

Due to public holiday this coming Friday 26th Feb, 3DMM elective class will replace on 2nd March 2010 9am sharp @ MMLAB1.

MM81 elective 3DMM replacement class (to replace 12th Feb) will be on 23th Feb from 9am till 12pm @ MMLAB1.

Dear MM78

There will be no lecture on 10th Feb, but we will have longer project workshop on 11st Feb.

10th Feb (Wed)
5.00pm to 6.00pm - No lecture

11st Feb (Thur)
9.30am to 1.30pm - Group 1 workshop
2.30pm to 6.30pm - Group 2 workshop

Please take note of the time & see you all on Thursday!

Dear MM students,

LG is looking for best, young and development talents to develop new and engaging interactive social flash games in the theme of their campaign; Live Borderless. Show your creativity and talent by developing a concept game that can best define the theme, and you stand to win great prizes!

Please check this website for more details,

http://www.lgborderless.com.my/contest/

Dear MM081-1,

Please be informed that the location for Design Method 3 lecture session on 26-1-2010 has changed to MMLab4. Class will start at 5.00pm as usual.

Videolab Rules and Regulation

• This lab is only for multimedia students who will be utilizing it for
video production, compositing, audio editing and dvd-authoring only.

• Multimedia Design students are required to book the workstation at
Operation Department before utilizing the facilities.

• Students who are caught entering the videolab and utilizing the facilities
without booking will be asked to leave immediately.

• Lab facilities are meant only for students to work on their college assignments.

• In the event that lecturers need to conduct classes, students are required to give
full co-operation to the lecturer. A notice will be placed outside the door as
advance notice.

• Usage of the lab is only available from 9am till 12am during weekday and
9am till 6pm on Saturday.

• If any lecturers, Operation and/or IT personnel finds out any misbehaviour of the
students during the facility booking period, they have the authority and the right
to ask the students to leave immediately.

• Strictly No food and beverages inside the Videolab.

• Students must report to Operation and IT dept immediately should they
encounter any problem with the facilities.

Red Giant Colorista and Look Adobe Premiere Pro now available and intalled at MM Video Lab workstation 15, 16, 17 and 18 for ADV students.

Dear fellow students & staff,

We would like to take this opportunity to bring to your attention about alleged reports on suspicious individuals and vehicles loitering around Bandar Sunway during the morning and evening hours. As crime tends to happens when one least expects it, prevention is always better than cure. And TOA management would like to extend a message on personal safety precautions.

By taking a few simple precautions, you can reduce the risk to yourself and also discourage those who commit crime.

Be prepared....

• Always be alert and aware of the people around you.
• Educate yourself concerning prevention tactics.
• Be aware of locations/situations which would make you vulnerable to crime, such as alleys and dark parking lots.
• Street precautions...
• Be alert to your surroundings and the people around you, especially if you are alone or it is dark.
• Whenever possible, travel with a friend or as part of a group.
• Stay in well-lighted areas as much as possible.
• Walk close to the curb. Avoid doorways, bushes and alleys where someone could hide.
• Walk confidently and at a steady pace.
• Make eye contact with people when walking - let them know that you have noticed their presence.
• Do not respond to conversation from strangers on the street or in a car - continue walking.
• If you carry a purse, hold it securely between your arm and body or consider wearing a fanny pack.

Vehicle Safety...

• Always lock doors after entering or leaving your vehicle.
• Park in well-lighted areas and away from shrubs or other potential hiding places.
• Have your keys ready in your hand as you approach your vehicle to unlock it.
• Check the back seat before entering your vehicle.
• If you think you are being followed, drive to a public place like a police station, gas station or hospital emergency entrance.
• If your vehicle breaks down, open the hood and attach a white cloth to the antenna or put a CALL THE POLICE sign in the rear window. Stay locked inside your car, and if someone stops to assist you, roll down the window only slightly and ask them to call for assistance.
• Consider buying a cellular phone for ready access to emergency communication.
• Don’t stop to aid motorists stopped on the side of the road. Call and request help for them.
• Keep your vehicle maintenance current and always have a FULL tank of gas!

While waiting for a bus....

• Avoid isolated bus stops.
• Stand away from the curb until the bus arrives.
• Don't open your purse or wallet while boarding the bus - have your pass or money already in your hand.
• Don't invite trouble by flashing your jewelry - hide it under a collar, turn ring stones around so that they don't show or leave them at home.

While riding on the bus...

• Sit as close to the bus driver as possible.
• Stay alert and be aware of the people around you.
• If someone bothers you, change seats and tell the driver.
• Keep your purse/packages close by your side. Keep your wallet inside a front coat pocket.
• Check your purse/wallet if someone is jostling, crowding or pushing you.
• If you see any suspicious activity, inform the driver.

Office/Classroom security...

• Never leave your purse or wallet in plain view or in the pocket of a jacket hanging on a door.
• Don't leave cash or valuables at the office.
• If you work alone or before/after normal business hours, keep the office door locked.
• If you work late, try to find another worker or a security guard to walk out with you.
• If you are in the elevator with another person, stand near the control panel. If someone gets on that makes you feel uncomfortable, get off immediately and wait for another elevator.
• Be alert for pickpockets on crowded elevators or escalators.
• Report all suspicious persons/circumstances to the proper authorities: office manager, building security and/or the police.
• Be aware of all escape routes for emergencies and post police business and emergency numbers.


(Source: http://www.twp.grand-blanc.mi.us/)