MFA in Design Exhibition 2026

Abstract composition of layered blocks in muted earth tones, overlaid with scattered, glowing vertical dots in green, blue, and white that create a sense of movement across the image.
Mon, April 13, 2026
3:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Hayes Hall

Join us for the Design MFA Exhibition on April 13, 2026. This event showcases the creative research outcomes of our MFA3 students, featuring everything from interactive VR environments to computational prints and speculative short films.

This exhibition highlights design artifacts as vital research outcomes investigating complex visual and technological systems. To accommodate the diverse nature of these projects, the show features three distinct presentation modes: Screening for time-based media, including speculative films and "visual sound" animations; Demo for interactive software and VR/AR experiences; and Display for physical prototypes and computational prints. By moving between physical models, interactive software, and cinematic narratives, the Design MFA Exhibition provides a comprehensive look at how design research addresses societal challenges while pushing the boundaries of interactive media and technology.