Design (Graphic/Information)
S. G. Vial, Chair; E. Astarita, J. Calvert, E. Thornton, B. Tyson (Dept. phone 832-2557)
Major in Graphic/Information Design, B.A.
33 credits as follows: DES 222, 322, 325, 326, 419, 436, 438, 499; MKT 306;
either COMM 330 or 336; CS 495. Additionally, ART 110, 130, 224; COMM 230; MKT
295 and MIS 201 are required.
Note: Students must complete a standard minor or 18 credits of
major-related courses as approved by adviser.
The Bachelor of Arts Degree in Graphic/Information Design provides professional
training in the areas of Graphic Design, Web Site Design, Interactive Multimedia
Design, Information Design and Digital Imaging.
The Department provides an academic structure for the advancement of Graphic and
Information Design training and degrees at both the undergraduate and graduate
level. The Department of Design (Graphic/Information) is separate from the
Department of Art and Industrial Technology. The faculty and staff are comprised
of members with academic background and professional experience in graphic
design, fine art, advertising, illustration, information design, communications,
marketing, computer science, web site design and interactive multimedia design.
The Department maintains a state-of-the-art print center and laboratories.
Upper-level students may be selected (by portfolio) for participation in the
following:
1. Design Internship experience with graphic design, advertising, publishing,
web site or multimedia design companies.
2. Central Design, student operated full service graphic design studio.
3. International Design Student Exchange.
Graduates of the Department are highly successful, working as designers and art
directors with nationally known graphic design firms, advertising agencies,
corporate design and communication departments, broadcasters, publishers, and
web site design houses, as well as multimedia/animation studios.
Admission Requirements:
To be admitted to the Graphic/Information Design major program, candidates must successfully complete DES 222,
Graphic/Information Design I, with a grade of B or better. Students with a lower
grade may appeal for admission by portfolio presentation to a design faculty
committee. Candidates may apply for admission to the program after having
completed 9 credits of course work.
Note: Students enrolled in the following courses will be assessed
a $65 Design Lab Fee: DES 222, 322, 325, 326, 436, 438, 439, 465, 498, 499, 503,
504, 598, 599. Contact the Department for additional information.