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Graphic Design Concentration

In addition to the common program goals, successful graphic design students will: think critically about visual images clearly communicate visual image concepts be prepared in current technologies of graphic design be prepared for entry-level work in the graphic design fields of print media, marketing, advertising, package designs and environmental design as well as electronic publication For the Graphic Design Program, all course work except Introduction to Media Communications (CAS 102) and Ethics and Regulation in Broadcast (CAS 315) is based on practical, applied and experiential work. Students are expected to produce competent and professional work while maintaining their own vision and style. The experiential component includes internships, practica and extensive experience working on computers with appropriate software. In a capstone course experience, students complete their professional portfolio. We are convinced that we offer an innovative, hands-on graphic design program.The experiential nature of the program, combined with the high-end technology available for students, highlights the content of courses taught by practitioners who have extensive teaching experience. Because of the individual attention the students receive from enthusiastic and highly qualified professionals, graphic design students leave Lyndon State with their own unique style and vision of design.

Program Goals

The program's balanced emphisis on current production technology and visual aesthetics is communicated to the students through extsensive one-on-one dialogues with both instructors and peers. The Design student is not only expected to achieve competency with the production of finished, creative work, she or he must also demonstrate the abilty to define and refine concepts and to verbalize an understanding and rationale for those ideas. Critical thinking, written, oral, and anaylitcal skills are reinforced through nontraditional instruction, field trips, multidisciplinary course work, and a wide range of practica and internships.

Mission Statement

The Department of Design and Graphic Communications offers preperation toward a professional career in graphic design leading to an associate's degree or a bachelor of arts degree. Extensive hands-on computer lab and studio work structured around a critique format compliment the studies in composition, color theory, and the history of art and design.