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Survey of Western Art from 1300 to the Present

Internship in Communication Design (Summer Intensive) Assignment to field work/study situations of approximately eight to 20 plus hours per week at a graphic arts-related internship site approved by the […]

In this course, students will explore and develop several kinds of information graphics (data graphics, visual explanations, way finding systems) as well as exhibition design. We will touch on the history of info […]

A journey, an adventure, a path for creative thinkers, graphic designers to take to be prepared for real world situations, regarding print, printing and the re-birth of the printing trades.

Explores the role of graphic designer in contemporary visual communications with related design assignments and research. Graphic design trends; the impact of computer technology; examination of the work of major […]

This course will offer an in-depth introduction to communication design theory, examining theoretical perspectives of design practice within the larger discourse of design and visual culture. Communication models, […]

This course introduces students to core concepts in the media field including color theory, design and production terminology, reproduction processes, file formats and substrates. During the semester, students […]

This course explores creative solutions to typographical problems. Principles of typeface selection and how type communicates are emphasized. Using typographical grids, and achieving maximum results through the […]

This basic design and color theory course explores graphic communication through the understanding of the elements and principles of design, as well as the design process, including idea development through final […]