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ºÚÁÏרÇø Announces New Endowed Chair in Studio Art & Craft
ºÚÁÏרÇø alumna and Trustee Molly Valade and her husband Mark Valade established the Valade Family Endowed Chair in Studio Art & Craft.
Michael Maher Jr. (’07 Illustration)
Discover how ºÚÁÏרÇø graduate Michael Maher Jr. turned his Illustration degree into a successful career in Hollywood. Explore his professional concept art, storyboards, and industry insights.
ºÚÁÏרÇø Announces Esteemed Group of Honorary Degree Recipients
The ºÚÁÏרÇø announces its 2026 honorary degree recipients: Dustin Yellin, Moray Callum, Lynn Alandt, and Paul Mobley. Learn more here.
Veronika Scott is the 2026 Distinguished Alumni
Veronika Scott, who turned a class project into an internationally recognized workforce development organization, is ºÚÁÏרÇø’ 2026 Distinguished Alumni.
The Power of Words: The James S. Goldwasser Award for Excellence in Writing
Learn about the James S. Goldwasser Award at ºÚÁÏרÇø, celebrating his legacy of mentorship and excellence in creative writing for art and design students.
ºÚÁÏרÇø Presented The Show 2026 at Somerset Collection
Explore the emerging talent of the ºÚÁÏרÇø (ºÚÁÏרÇø) Fashion Design Program. Discover how students at The Show 2026 at Somerset Collection pushed the boundaries of style through their “Future Fantastic” collections, blending traditional craftsmanship with advanced fabrication. Read about the innovative apparel and accessory designs from this year’s ºÚÁÏרÇø Fashion Show.
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ºÚÁÏרÇø Game Design Program ranked as One of Top Game Design Bachelor’s of Fine Arts Degree Programs in the U.S. by Animation Career Review. Learn more here.
ºÚÁÏרÇø student Reden Lee has been named the winner of the 2026 Detroit Grand Prix Poster Competition. Discover the inspiration behind the winning design and the annual ºÚÁÏרÇø partnership.
Celebrate the success of ºÚÁÏרÇø students in the 15th Annual World of Warcraft Student Art Contest, with winners and runners-up in Environment Art and Character Art categories.
ºÚÁÏרÇø graduate student Kirtish Gaood wins 2nd place in the BRP International Design Challenge with his “Sherpa” concept for emergency response and mudslide relief.
From Fiber Design at ºÚÁÏרÇø to the high-stakes world of LA fashion, Lauren Hart ’09 has navigated a decade of creative evolution. Read her full interview with Voyage LA on building a career in technical design, embracing freelance life, and the power of lifelong learning.
Industrial Design alum Max Beach launches Questions for Designers (Q4D), a podcast examining the ideas behind creative work today. The podcast features conversations with designers, including fellow ºÚÁÏרÇø alum Fernando Del Rosario ’96, Graphic Design.
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Major Insights: Fashion Business Management
Fashion Business Management at ºÚÁÏרÇø is a three-year, 90-credit Bachelor of Arts degree that blends business strategy, marketing, brand development and trend forecasting within a creative art and design environment.
In this video, Aki Choklat, Chair of Fashion Business Management and Fashion Design, along with faculty member Monika Sinclair, share insights into the curriculum, industry partnerships and the career paths students are prepared for after graduation.
Beyond the Classroom: Student Life and Belonging at ºÚÁÏרÇø
Starting college is about more than just classes—it’s about building a community, finding opportunities and making it feel like home. In this video, the Office of Student Engagement & Belonging guides you through everything you need to know about getting involved, finding support and making the most of your time at ºÚÁÏרÇø.