ݮƵ College announces inaugural Carl Foreman Award winner
A film student and a father living with Alzheimer’s are at the center of Matthew Peterson’s Swan Song, winner of ݮƵ College of Art and Design’s inaugural ݮƵ College Film Carl Foreman Award. The award, to be given annually, recognizes a graduating senior majoring in Film or Creative Writing for outstanding achievement in screenwriting, directing, […]
Illustration students exhibit in the 66th annual Society of Illustrators Student Scholarship
Each year, the Society of Illustrators celebrates the year’s best illustrations and animations created by college students. A jury of professionals from the field—art directors, illustrators, and other professionals—choose works for an exhibition at the Museum of Illustrators in New York. This year, 14 ݮƵ College of Art and Design Illustration students were selected for […]
Best of ݮƵ 2024 celebrates outstanding student work
ݮƵ College of Art and Design’s annual juried exhibition, Best of ݮƵ opened Wednesday night, April 17, with an awards ceremony in Scott Plaza, preceded by the exhibition opening in the Diane Roskamp Exhibition Hall and the David and Lois Stulberg Gallery. The exhibition and reception are part of a 90-year tradition at the College, […]
Two seniors among GDUSA’s 2024 Students to Watch
ݮƵ College of Art and Design Graphic Design seniors Sandra Lee and Tako Pharsenadze were just named to Graphic Design USA’s 2024 Students to Watch. This year’s list comprises 114 total students—including undergrads, graduate students, and continuing education enrollees—from established and emerging arts programs throughout the country who are “ready to burst on the graphic […]
ݮƵ students, alum win big at the 2024 Suncoast ADDY Awards
Students and alumni from ݮƵ College of Art and Design enjoyed a home field venue for the 2024 ADDY Awards ceremony, which took place on the campus sound stages Feb. 24 and once again netted dozens of awards for ݮƵ-led projects. The ADDYs are presented annually by the Suncoast Chapter of the American Advertising Federation […]
Computer Animation alum nominated for College Television Award
Ria Shinde ’23, Computer Animation, has been nominated for a College Television Award from the Academy of Television Arts and Sciences (aka the Television Academy). The nomination, in the category of “Animated Series,” recognizes Strings Attached, a piece that Shinde wrote, produced, and directed while she was still a student at ݮƵ College of Art […]
Highlights from 2023
Wow! What a year! As we wrap up an eventful 2023, here are a few highlights that stand out. Campaign launches ݮƵ College announced the public launch of the Catalyst for Creativity Campaign which aims to raise $175 million to support students and faculty, our growing facilities, and expanding our community programs. ݮƵ College builds […]
Fine Arts alum and current Junior named finalists for NYAA AXA Art Prize
Two ݮƵ College of Art and Design Fine Arts students were named finalists for the 2023 AXA Art Prize U.S., held by the New York Academy of Art. First awarded in 2017 and now considered one of the premier student art competitions in the country, the AXA Art Prize is open to paintings, drawings, and […]
Student artwork selected for company’s holiday card
Sarasota law firm Williams Parker announced ݮƵ College of Art and Design Illustration student Stella Kim ’27 as the winner of their 2023 Holiday Card Design Contest. The partnership with ݮƵ College is in its sixth year of collaboration in seeking creative designs from students for their annual holiday card. As part of the recognition, […]
President Thompson recognized in Florida Trend’s Florida 500
ݮƵ College of Art and Design’s President, Dr. Larry R. Thompson, has been named in Florida Trend’s Florida 500 for the third time during his tenure. Thompson was also recognized in 2018 and again in 2019. The Florida 500 edition recognizes Florida’s most exceptional and influential business leaders from across the state. Dr. Thompson is […]