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When Support Meets Opportunity
Sometimes, big change starts with something small. For design student Phillip Biondo '26, it started with showing up to a Zoom call. For alumnus Tom Yurkin '85,…
Thinking through Design Episode 32 with guest Aliina Lange
Aliina Lange sits down with host Adam Fromme in this episode of the Thinking through Design podcast.
“You really need to advocate for yourself and your…
Thinking through Design Episode 31 with guest Aya Rikabi
Aya Rikabi sits down with host Adam Fromme in this episode of the Thinking through Design podcast.
“Humans are social, so we need these intentional places…
Design MFA Alumnus Recognized as Outstanding Research Mentor
Ohio State University Department of Design Alumnus Erik Evensen (MFA Design, 2009, DRD) has been recognized with the Outstanding Research Mentor award at the University of Wisconsin–Stout. Erik is…
Thinking through Design Episode 30 with guest Jeff Haase
Jeff Haase returns to the studio to join host Adam Fromme in this episode of the Thinking through Design podcast.
“We’ve stopped learning how to be engaged…
Francesca Knoetgen: From NYC to Columbus
Leaving New York for Ohio State pushed Francesca Knoetgen beyond her comfort zone, where a close-knit design program, real-world projects and global experiences helped her grow in confidence and…
Ohio State Visual Communication Design Recognized in GDUSA’s 2026 Top Design Schools List
The Visual Communication Design (VCD) program in The Ohio State University Department of Design has been recognized in Graphic Design USA’s (GDUSA) 2026 Top Design Schools…
Design MFA Alum Joshua Fry Wins VES Award for Outstanding Environment in Animated Feature
Ohio State University Department of Design alum Joshua Fry (MFA Design, 2010, DAIM) is among the artists recognized with a 2026 Visual Effects Society (VES) Award for Outstanding…
Thomas Yurkin Named 2026 Distinguished Alumni Award Recipient
The Department of Design at The Ohio State University is proud to recognize Thomas Yurkin (BSID ’85, Visual Communication Design) as the 2026 Distinguished Alumni Award recipient. The award was…