Student Orientation

Student Orientation for Bramson ORT College has been scheduled for Wednesday, October 23, 2013 at 10 a.m. and 6:15 p.m.

Orientation will take place at Bramson ORT College's main campus located at:

69-30 Austin St.
Forest Hills, NY, 11375

If you have any questions about orientation, feel free to give us a call at 718-261-5800.

Attention Bramson ORT Students! Win $3000 and a Canon Camera!

Attention Bramson ORT Students!

Enter to win $3,000 and a Canon camera by competing in the Japan Center Essay Competition!

"The aim of the Japan Center Essay Competition is to promote awareness and understanding of Japan in the United States and to help young Americans broaden their international horizons. Contestants should write, in English, one or more aspects of Japan including art, culture, tradition, values, philosophy, history, society, politics, business, and technology in relation to their personal views, experiences, and/or future goals. (Contestants do not need to have any experience in visiting Japan or studying Japanese."

The following link shows the detailed information and the results of the previous competitions:

http://www.stonybrook.edu/commcms/japan/events/essay.html

The deadline for submission is January 8, 2014. You must be enrolled in the 2013-2014 school year in the New York Metropolitan area. Email us at djuraszek@bramsonort.edu if you enter and win, and you could be our next success story! Good luck!

Bramson ORT College Taught Me the Skills and Knowledge Required to Make it in The Gaming Industry!

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Bramson ORT College Taught Me the Skills and Knowledge Required to Make it in The Gaming Industry!

"My name is Adam Alicea and I graduated with an Associate Degree in Game Design at Bramson ORT College. Before I started my education at Bramson ORT College, I was working at an uneventful security job. I knew I didn’t want to do this for the rest of my life and I had a desire to obtain a career relating to the art field. At the time, I wasn’t sure what my options were. I had dropped out of high school, which put me at a major disadvantage as a workforce candidate. A friend told me about Bramson ORT College’s GED Program. I learned that you could obtain your GED while earning college credit at the same time. I immediately jumped onto this opportunity and enrolled at Bramson ORT College. This single decision impacted my future.

I enrolled as a Game Design and Programming major. I learned about Game Design starting from the basic principles to the intermediate concepts. This unique program introduces students to all types of design aspects from developing characters and understanding how they work, to understanding the business aspects and developing good stories for games. The Game Design Associate Degree Program also introduces you to intermediate aspects of programming for game and character development. I was introduced to Autodesk Maya, an industry software application used for 3D animation, 3D modeling, simulation, visual effects, rendering, and compositing. With Maya, I learned how to develop 3D models for games and animations. In my first few classes, I realized that I wanted to design characters for video games and become a successful Game Designer.

During my studies, Bramson ORT College’s Career Services Department helped me obtain an internship as a Game Tester for Power Head Games. As a game tester, I had to document any issues or errors in video games and send these reports to the Game Developers. This role is very important because it involves all the mechanics of a game, such as the art, sound, hardware, and software. Without these aspects, the game cannot be completed. The whole process of creating a game from start to finish is amazing and challenging. Everyone I worked with had strict deadlines, and we had to finish our duties in a small amount of time. I witnessed how hard everyone had to work to finish completing the game, and I pushed myself to do the best job possible. I received an A following the completion of my internship.

I came to the realization that what I learned was more important than receiving a good grade. I learned something that I could take with me in any situation. It was the idea and understanding that through any situation there will always be a struggle. There will always be some type of frustration or letdown or days when you feel like quitting. But through your struggles, you end up building something without realizing it. This is called character. Character can be a strength that takes on any situation. Sometimes knowing or not knowing what is really involved and building a strong character is a tool that will help you to grow as a better person for the rest of your life! Bramson ORT College taught me the skills and knowledge required to make it in the gaming industry! I am glad that I found my path at Bramson ORT! You can view my first short 3D Animation student film by clicking here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ywWiMj4P3t4&list=UUZCjgwNNojFQxy7D4D2r7VA."

- Adam Alicea
(Game Design & Programming Graduate)

With the growing demand for game design and programming skills in an expanding industry, Bramson ORT’s Game Design Concentration and Game Design Certificate Program was founded in 2009. It was one of the few programs pioneering the latest game design software, technology, and theory in one of the most current and creative fields. The program became so popular that a Game Design Associate Degree was approved in October 2011. The degree program received accreditation by NYSED and was implemented successfully. Bramson ORT’s game design courses are aimed at meeting the standard competencies necessary for employment in the game design industry. The curriculum includes hands-on training in computer and game programming, game design theory, and game development. The popularity of the program proved that there is a growing demand for creative careers in this expanding and in-demand field. In addition to the Game Design Associate Degree, the college offers careers in the Medical Field, Pre-law, Business, Business Online, Accounting, Office Technology, Renewable Energy, Electronics, Graphic Design Concentration, and Computer Networking. Currently, Bramson ORT College has an over 80% graduate job placement rate! For more information about our Queens and Brooklyn campuses and programs visit www.BramsonORT.edu. You can view more Bramson ORT students’ work at our new Game Design Portal http://gamedesign.bramsonort.edu and watch animations and videos on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GSCuBegrZaE

For a limited time, Bramson ORT College is offering a $500 scholarship towards tuition for students that enroll.

Join us at our next Open House Event or call Admissions at 718-261-5800 for more information.

Bramson ORT College Paralegal Department News

Bramson ORT College is joining the New York City Paralegal Association as a sustaining member. Each month, two paralegal students will attend the association’s meetings, networking events, and social programs featuring law firms and certified paralegals.

Legal Research and Writing students are taking a field trip to the Brooklyn Law Library on August 6, 2013. They will meet with a law librarian, tour the library, and review available research facilities and resources. Professor Aicha Cesar is very dedicated to her students. She is planning a special class on the basics of briefing a case. Reviewing, analyzing, and understanding cases are essential skills for all paralegals and will assist paralegal students in mastering these tasks.

The 2nd Moot Court Competition is underway with a Torts fact pattern. Students are preparing to submit written briefs on the case and make oral arguments in front of the Paralegal Department faculty. The Competition provides students with an opportunity to polish their written and verbal communication skills as well as engage in a friendly simulation of legal argument.

Bramson ORT College Prepares Future Leaders and Technicians with Hands-on Training and Job Seminars

Bramson ORT College Prepares Future Leaders and Technicians with Hands-on Training and Job Seminars

During Bramson ORT's recent job seminar, College Director, Dr. Buhks, and Career Services Coordinator, Ms. Beth Morganlander, introduced Mr. Jeffrey Kamberg. Mr. Kamberg is a top sourcing recruiter for the New York and Long Island Regions of Robert Half International, a Global Leader in Professional and Specialized Staffing Services.  Sharing his vast experience in the field, Mr. Kamberg gave a seminar for Bramson ORT students on the topic "How to land a job in this tough economy." Mr. Kamberg collected resumes from Bramson ORT students for potential positions in the near future. Students were encouraged to sign up for professional career networking sites such as LinkedIn, as well as get involved in internships through Bramson ORT's Career Services Department. The seminar was a huge success and students left with important information that will aid them in their job search efforts. 

Bramson ORT College puts job preparation, hands-on training, and "real world" approaches to learning at the top of their list. The goal is to help students start their dream career after graduation. The non-for-profit college offers 19 in-demand degrees and numerous certificate programs.  Recent studies have shown that employers are favorable towards students with tech school diplomas, such as Bramson ORT graduates. Bramson ORT students get the practical training needed for current in-demand careers in technical fields with a focus on specific trades. The Career Services Department is a bridge between the world of work and the academic environment. The office provides excellent customer service, superior opportunities for students and alumni in choosing and securing appropriate, rewarding, and satisfying careers. Just this month, several students were placed in new internships and jobs. Bramson ORT College is interested in the total education of each student. Student support programs and free tutoring are offered to help students achieve the goals that are essential to their educational, career, and personal development. The classes are small, so each student gets the one-on-one attention needed to help them succeed. The college provides a caring and professional environment. As one student stated,"Here you are never just a number."

Join Bramson ORT College on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/bramsonortcollege/

For more information about our student internship opportunities and career services, contact: 

Ms. Morganlander at 718-261-5800, Ext. 120. at the Queens Campus or

Ms. Tal Gutkovich at 718-259-5300 Ext. 224 at the Brooklyn Campus
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