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ISSUE 8, July - August, 2015By Jessica Arevalo - BFA Graphic Design

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A R TIS T SPOTL IG HTFASHION FUNSKHIONSWIM WEEK 2015by M arci a Gomez - D i re ctor of Cam pus RelationsLast week current fashion students and recentgraduates from Miami International University of Art &Design displayed their skills and creativity with a swimwear and resort collection runway show. Part of this year’sFashion Swim Week, the show took place under theFunkshion Fashion Tent on 21st and Collins in MiamiBeach this last Thursday, July 16, 2015.This marks the first year that Miami International Universityof Art & Design has partnered with Funkshion Swim Weekto provide a career-starting platform for up-and-comingdesigners. To earn the honor of showing their collections,the 60 students competed against fellow students andgraduates and were selected based on their finishedgarment.A number of the designers changed careers to pursuetheir passion for fashion including French born, VirginieFallon Romier who after working in finance most of hercareer and raising three teenage sons decided to takea chance on her passion and is pursuing a Bachelor ofFine Arts in Fashion Design. For her swimwear collection,Virginie started her process with research and trend forecasts and was quickly drawn to neon colors and vinyl as areflection of Miami Beach and the music conferences thattake place in the Spring. “The visceral trend immediatelyreminded me of Ultra Music Festival, the Music Conference and the many pool parties in Miami Beach –all perfect for elaborate swimwear,” says Virginie FallonRomier.Several students were asked to design more than onegarment for the show including Bachelor of Fine Arts inFashion Design student Stephanie Castanon whosecollection includes both women and menswear. Hermenswear look consisted of a bright floral design, whichthen color-blocks into a black and white floral print withstripe detailing, all printed on silk fabrics. She usedsilk organza to add a sheer element that also serves toprovide breathability to the garment for the summer heat.Her woman’s wear swimsuit consisted of a two-piecemesh-neoprene and ultra mesh that imitates the sheerorganza used in the menswear piece. The cover up wasmade of reversible sequins that change from bright,iridescent colors, to black upon brushing your handthrough it.“We are so proud of the swim wear and resort collectionsour students have created and are thrilled to have theopportunity to showcase their creativity, skills andtalents in our very own show for Swim Week this year,”said Charlene Parsons, director of Fashion programs atMiami International University of Art & Design.Ximena Lopez also changed gears after obtaining anAssociate of Arts in Business Administration to pursue herpassion. Born in Peru, Lopez comes from an artistic familyand always doubted her own creativity. After working inbusiness, she realized that the business side of the worldwas not her true passion or calling. With a businessdegree in hand, she decided to shift career paths andpursue a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in Fashion Design.For her Swim Week design, she pushed herself wayoutside her comfort zone by designing menswear. Hervision for this design was to create a high-tech, futuristicactive wear garment that was suitable for swimming.The information and opinions expressed and/or any artworkdisplayed herein represent the independent opinions and ideas ofindividual students attending Miami International University of Art& Design do not represent the opinions or ideas of Miami International University of Art & Design.July - August, 20153

M IU FAC ULT YTHE E VERL A ST ING HER ITAG E OFINS TRU C TOR L AU R A R AM I RE Zby Ana PazThere are various careers available that one can pursueat MIU, and there are many professionals that help yougrow through your journey. As an Advertising instructor andprofessional; Laura Ramirez helps thousands of studentsevery year. Her different teaching methods and tacticsallow students to enjoy the process of learning, a journeythat can become amazing for many and overwhelming toothers. As Instructor Ramirez says in every class, thereis too much to do and too little time. But what is behind allthat knowledge and what stimulates that hunger for more?Let’s discover her journey and her unique ways in this shortinterview.Miss. Ramirez, what were your three first jobs?At the age of 14, I working as a cashier at a Chinesegrocery store in New York while still going to high school.After that I was an Assistant Litigation Attorney when Istarted my college career at age of 17.And at the age of 19 I was working as a part-time ESLteacher at an adult education institution where my dad wasthe school Director of International Student Programs.How did you decide to become a teacher?I always knew that after gaining extensive experience inthe Journalism and Communications field, I wanted toteach because I had many mentors in my life that inspiredme and made me think that one day, perhaps, I could alsopass on the knowledge to younger generations. Also, Icome from a family of educators: My dad a adult counselorand high school and university professor of English andMathematics; my mom, a childhood development educator;an Aunt, a Chemistry university professor; another aunt,a Spanish high school teacher; my grandfather, a mathteacher in the military.How do you handle stress and pressure?One thing I’ve learned is that when you try and try and tryagain, and things don’t work out as you expect it . don’tgive up. Keep trying, because it is on the verge ofdesperation when that last push through insanity makesthe long-awaited break through finally happen.I understand that you are not from Florida. How did youdecided to move to Miami?I studied junior high school, high school and two years ofcollege in New York City. I moved to Miami because myparents wanted to live in better weather conditions and hadheard that in Miami, FL, life was not as the rough New Yorkwinters. I followed them here, as I was still a teenager, andstarted my life once again.What is the most important lesson that life has taughtyou?That while you are alive; it is in your hands to solveproblems, to accomplish goals, to live to tell. Once youleave this plane, you no longer have a saying. So live andlearn until you can.What is your favorite movie or book?Movie: The English Patient “She had always wanted words,she loved them; grew up on them. Words gave her clarity,brought reason, shape.” Michael Ondaatje, The EnglishPatientBooks by Shirley MacLaine, Don’t Fall Off The Mountainand Out On A LimbTell us more about a story of your childhood.What are some of your passions and hobbies?I rather leave this one for another time I’m still working on these. I have many passions and can’tseem to pinpoint a specific one. Sometimes I wonder if it’sall right not to have an answer. So many people alwaysstrive for the perfect answer, or for the answer others wantto hear. I don’t have a specific answer. I like so many things.I like the ocean, I appreciate the mountains, I love hikingand running, I enjoy advanced yoga classes, and lovedancing. It depends, I guess. It’s up to the circumstancesand the moment in time. Then, I’ll do what can be done.Laura Ramirez is always leaving you craving for more.However, her professional skills have been passed on fromgeneration to generation. Remember, never give up yourdreams, and always seek for greatness embracing yourroots. As our dear friend and instructor.The information and opinions expressed and/or any artworkdisplayed herein represent the independent opinions and ideasof individual students and faculty members of Miami InternationalUniversity of Art & Design do not represent the opinions or ideasof Miami International University of Art & Design.July - August, 20154

R AN DOMIT ’S SUM M ER GE T YOURTA ST E B U D S G OI NG !by A r i a nne S a n ch e zWhat better way to spend these hot days than preparingrefreshing desserts to impress your classmates or just to eatby yourself while doing homework (yeah right haha!). I ambringing you two recipes: First, Sangria Ice Pops that are todie for and second a Blueberry-Lemon Pie, who doesn’t lovepie? These two recipes where found on foodnetwork.com –feel free to look for more recipes.Blueberry-Lemon TartINGREDIENTSPASTRY: 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 2 tablespoons sugar Pinch kosher salt 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, cold, in chunks 1 large egg, separated 2 tablespoons ice water, plus 1 teaspoonFILLING: 4 large eggs 1 1/2 cups sugar 1 cup fresh lemon juice (about 5 lemons) 1/4 cup heavy cream 1 tsp. lemon zest Pinch kosher salt 1 pint blueberriesSangria Ice popsINGREDIENTS 1 (750-ml) bottle fruity red wine 1 cup unsweetened pomegranate juice 1/4 cup simple syrup (is just water and sugar equal partsbrought to boil until sugar dissolved and let cool) 2 tablespoons honey 2 tablespoons orange juice 2 tablespoons red grape juice 2 apples, cored and chopped 2 oranges, chopped 2 ripe pears, choppedDIRECTIONSIn a medium saucepan, reduce the wine to about 2 1/2 cups.While still hot, add the remaining ingredients and steep overnight, refrigerated.Strain the mixture and fill ice pop molds; freeze until solid.DIRECTIONSTo make the pastry, pulse the flour, sugar, and salt togetherin a food processor. Add the butter and pulse until the doughresembles cornmeal. Add the egg yolk and 2 tablespoons icewater and pulse again until the dough pulls together. Wrap thedough in plastic wrap and let it rest in the refrigerator for 30minutes.Roll the dough out on a lightly floured surface into a 12-inchcircle. Roll the dough up onto the pin and lay it inside a 10inch tart pan with a removable bottom. Press the dough intothe edges of the pan and fold the excess dough inside toreinforce the rim. Cover the tart pan with plastic wrap and putit into the refrigerator for another 30 minutes to rest.To bake the shell, heat the oven to 350 degrees F.Put the tart pan on a baking sheet and prick the bottom of thedough with a fork. Cover the shell with a piece of parchmentpaper and fill it with pie weights or dry beans. Bake for 25minutes. Remove the parchment and weights. Lightly beat theegg white with 1-teaspoon water and brush it onto the bottomand sides of the tart shell; set aside to cool.Whisk together the eggs, sugar, lemon juice, cream, zest, andsalt. Add the blueberries to the cooled tart shell and pour thefilling over the blueberries. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes. The curdshould jiggle slightly when done. Cool to room temperature,remove from the tart ring, and serve.The information and opinions expressed and/or any artworkdisplayed herein represent the independent opinions and ideasof individual students attending Miami International Universityof Art & Design do not represent the opinions or ideas of MiamiInternational University of Art & Design.Recipes and images courtesy of Bobby Flay& Tyler Florence - The Food t-recipe.htmlJuly - August, 20155