CCAD Alumni

We are so fortune to have so many black alumni voices that shaped the creative culture of CCAD and continue to lead throughout the region. Share names and impacts of others as well.

Proud to share Columbus College of Art & Design’s 2025 President’s Report.
This year’s report highlights the momentum coming out of our Here for Change campaign and the many ways CCAD is advancing student success, creative careers, and community impact across Columbus.
Take a look: https://www.ccad.edu/presidentsreport

This is such a great way to show off our wonderful alumni and student skills!

❗ ❗ Last call for CCAD Alumni Award nominations ❗ ❗

The deadline to submit your nominations for the 2026 CCAD Alumni Awards is almost here. Nominate yourself or a fellow CCAD alum for one of the following categories by January 31st:

✨ Joseph V. Canzani Alumni Award for Excellence
✨ Community Impact Award
✨ Emerging Leader Award

Visit this link and submit your nomination today.

- CCAD Columbus College of Art & Design grads shape culture and commerce around the globe. Our annual CCAD alumni awards recognize these creative and artistic achievements.

📣 Submit your CCAD Alumni Award nominations!

Nominate yourself or a fellow alum who has achieved greatness in their field, made a positive impact on their communities, or shown outstanding leadership.

Visit the link below to nominate deserving alumni for any of the following awards:
✨ Joseph V. Canzani Alumni Award for Excellence
✨ Community Impact Award
✨ Emerging Leader Award

The deadline for 2026 CCAD Alumni Awards nominations is January 31st.

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScxjdgiakZhmvOaVPL-jMJaIr9lnbj8lLruZ_D9HDNxfmly9w/viewform?usp=header

Nominations for the 2026 Alumni Awards are now open!

Know an alum who is excelling in their professional career, making a positive impact on their communities, or demonstrating exceptional leadership?

Nominate yourself or a fellow alum by January 31, 2026.

For a complete list of award criteria, access to the nomination form, and to learn about past winners, check out the link below.

https://www.ccad.edu/alumni/awards

Susana Antunes (Animation, 2026) draws inspiration from expressive storytelling, the vibrant Columbus arts scene, and the creative community at CCAD. #CCAD

“Support from CCAD feels like a true community effort. Your classmates and professors want you to succeed, and it’s nice to know that there are donors out there supporting your education and rooting for your success too.”

Help more students like Susana pursue a creative education by making a gift to CCAD’s General Scholarship Fund.

https://www.ccad.edu/development/give-now

Thank you to the amazing alumni, faculty, and students who came out for Big Mingle Burbank this past weekend!
We hope you had a great night bonding over your experiences at Columbus College of Art & Design - CCAD.

Shoutout to Story Tavern for being a great host!

Columbus College of Art & Design is excited to host a full evening of events during Cartoon Crossroads Columbus (CXC) on Saturday, September 20.

5:30–6:00 PM | Manga Gallery Opening
Be among the first to see MANGA, マンガ, 漫画: Beyond the Mainstream, a new exhibition of original and rare manga art. Enjoy complimentary food, including fresh onigiri from Onigiri Musume, and meet visiting MINT (Manga International Network Team) artists Marco Kohinata and Keita Katsushika.

6:00–7:00 PM | MINT Manga Panel Talk
Hear from Kohinata, Katsushika, and MINT/JPIC coordinator Adam Jimenez as they discuss the debut of this landmark exhibit in the U.S.

8:00–10:00 PM | Special Guest Speaker: Jhonen Vasquez
Creator of the cult-classic Nickelodeon series Invader Zim and the influential comic Johnny the Homicidal Maniac, Jhonen will share insights into his creative process, career journey, and the evolving world of comics and animation. A reception will follow.

All events take place in the Joseph V. Canzani Center & Auditorium at CCAD. Free and open to the public.

RSVP for our student and alumni networking night this Thursday!
https://host.nxt.blackbaud.com/registration-form/?formId=aec89217-1a4f-45b5-ac1e-38ccb86b3484&envId=p-RM6RpIHNv06jrE8gmfHBpw&zone=usa

Join us on Thursday, September 11, at the Columbus Museum of Art’s BAM Thursdays for an evening with CCAD alumni and students. This is a free event and an opportunity to connect, share experiences, and celebrate our creative community.

See you there!

2025 Visual Arts Fellowship applications are now open. Six visual artists will be selected to receive a cash reward and invitation to participate in the Greater Columbus exhibition at the Columbus Museum of Art. Applications close Sept. 30. Tap the link for more information: https://www.gcac.org/grant/visualartsfellowship/