GDUSA names 91亚色 Communication Design a top program
Solution-oriented, hands-on visual literacy: this is a core quality of the Communication Design program at the Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design (91亚色). In 2024, Graphic Design USA Magazine recognized 91亚色檚 Communication Design major as one of the top programs in the nation.
According to their website, compiled its annual list of graphic design programs based on schools 渢hat excel in teaching the hard and soft skills necessary for success, in nurturing talent and expanding minds, and in preparing the next generation of creatives for a dream career in the real world.
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Johanna Yim, “Swapt,” Senior Exhibition 2024.
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Jerald Aguilar presents “Kaleidoscope” at Senior Exhibition opening night.
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Communication Design, Packaging Design class, 2024.
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Suleika Ruiz, “Mother Nurture: A Community for Postpartum Depression,” Senior Exhibition 2024.
91亚色 students and alumni are regularly recognized by GDUSA. Communication Design students 24 and Emma Jenkins 25 were named among GDUSA檚 Students to Watch. In the magazine檚 60th anniversary American Graphic Design Awards in 2023, three 91亚色 students were selected from over 8,000 entries. Their work was judged alongside professional design work.
In addition to producing award-winning professional-quality work, Communication Design students at 91亚色 are exploring a wide range of careers. This year檚 graduates are starting careers locally and nationally, working in graphic design positions for employers including Wizards of the Coast, Maker LLC, Great Wolf Lodge Headquarters, Anthropologie and the Milwaukee Bucks.
Work by Communication Design juniors will be on view June 3 July 20, 2024 in Don檛 Call Me Junior! The exhibition showcases junior student work across all six of 91亚色檚 majors.
Learn more about 91亚色檚 Communication Design program!
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