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DMACC West’s ‘Celebrate! Innovation’ Week Presenters Include ‘Shark Tank’ Cast Member, ‘Matrix’ Special Effects Coordinator
A full week of activities are planned to help students become more creative and innovative in their thinking.

“Shark Tank” cast member Daymond John and John Gaeta, special effects coordinator for “The Matrix” film trilogy, are among the keynote speakers during the annual “Celebrate! Innovation” week at Des Moines Area Community College – West Campus.
Designed to inspire, the Celebrate! Innovation Learning Exhibition stresses the importance of creative thinking and innovation by surrounding students, staff and faculty with numerous examples of innovative thinking which have formed the current narrative of American innovation.
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Through the use of tangible exhibits and artifacts, digital video, large photos and diagrams, and story panels integrated into classrooms, labs and common spaces, the West Campus has been transformed into a place that preserves, displays and celebrates America’s innovative spirit.
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