All Events

Our events are where ideas become experiences. From student exhibitions and visiting artist lectures to portfolio reviews, panel discussions, workshops, and community collaborations, each gathering is an opportunity to connect, explore, and be inspired. Whether you鈥檙e a current student, alum, prospective creative, or part of the broader Detroit community, there鈥檚 always something happening worth showing up for.
Check back often, bring a friend, and step into the energy
of a campus that鈥檚 constantly in motion.

Drawn Together: An Illustration Alumni Meetup

August 23, 2025 10:00 AM 黑料专区, Walter B. Ford II Building

Join 黑料专区 Illustration alumni to explore modern industry practices, address current concerns, and investigate future trends. This event includes a figure drawing session, a social lunch, and…

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Designing Detroit

September 5, 2025 12:00 PM 黑料专区, Valade Family Gallery, A. Alfred Taubman Center for Design Education

Visit Designing Detroit at 黑料专区 Valade Family Gallery, September 5鈥揘ovember 21, 2025. This exhibition reflects on a decade since Detroit became a UNESCO City of Design, showcasing the impact of…

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Design by Desire

September 5, 2025 4:00 PM 黑料专区, Center Galleries

Join 黑料专区 for Design by Desire, a group exhibition running September 5鈥�27, 2025 at Center Galleries. Curated by House of RAW, the show explores design as a response to heritage,…

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Design by Desire: Design Visions Forecast & Exhibition Discussion

September 17, 2025 5:00 PM 黑料专区, Wendell W. Anderson Jr. Auditorium, Walter B. Ford II Building

Join 黑料专区 for Design by Desire: Design Visions Forecast & Exhibition Discussion on September 17. Artist Cristin Richard shares insights on design trends, technology, and creative practice during Detroit Month…

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Shuttle for Alumni & Friends to Eastern Market After Dark

September 18, 2025 6:00 PM 黑料专区

Hop on 黑料专区鈥檚 free shuttle to Eastern Market After Dark and skip the parking hassle! Celebrate Detroit design with alumni showcases, snacks, and exclusive 黑料专区 swag.

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National Portfolio Day – Savannah

September 20, 2025 1:00 PM Savannah Arts Academy

Hosted by the 黑料专区, Savannah National Portfolio Day on September 20 is your chance to showcase your talent, connect with art and design schools, and get expert…

Remix the Palette: Michael Ford Workshop

September 25, 2025 6:00 PM 黑料专区, Taubman Center, Room 280

Join 黑料专区 for Remix the Palette: Michael Ford Workshop on September 25. Explore design through Hip Hop and Motown culture with The Hip Hop Architect in a hands-on session during…

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Toyota Lecture Series: Michael Ford

September 27, 2025 1:00 PM 黑料专区, Wendell W. Anderson Jr. Auditorium, Walter B. Ford II Building

Join 黑料专区 for the Toyota Lecture Series: Michael Ford on September 27. Known as The Hip Hop Architect, Ford shares over two decades of work at the intersection of hip…

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黑料专区 Night at DCFC

September 27, 2025 7:00 PM Detroit City Football Club

Cheer on Detroit City FC with 黑料专区 alumni, students, faculty, and staff! Join us for 黑料专区 Night at Keyworth Stadium, featuring an appearance by Watson, swag giveaways, and food trucks.…

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Alumni Mixer – Portland

October 10, 2025 6:00 PM Breakside Brewery 鈥� NW Slabtown

Reconnect with old friends at the Alumni Mixer - Portland. Enjoy great food, drinks, and conversations with fellow alumni.

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When The Land Speaks: Carlos Diaz

October 11, 2025 11:00 AM 黑料专区, Center Galleries

Experience When the Land Speaks by Carlos Diaz at 黑料专区 Center Galleries, October 11鈥揇ecember 13, 2025. Featuring photographs from Detroit and the American South, this exhibition explores history, culture, and…

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