Communication Design
— Paul Platosh, Department Chair
Pushing the boundaries of traditional graphic design, Communication Design combines design skills with conceptual thinking and practical experience, preparing students to be active participants in the creative community. The curriculum is designed for exploration in other media and students are encouraged to bring their experiences back to their design work. Skill-building, collaborative projects, learning how to work with clients, professional experience through internships, and Global Studios opportunities are balanced with theory and critical thinking for a design education that meets the needs of the global marketplace.
Center 4 Design
To gain real-world experience, you can work on actual client projects via the College’s Center 4 Design. C4D is an on-campus, working student studio where client work is conducted under faculty supervision for college credit. The C4D space features exposed beams, natural light, and an arched wooden ramada structure held in place by tension. Facilities include a top-of-the-line Macintosh computer lab, conference room, offices, and drawing tables placed under large windows.
