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Congratulations to the MFA in Design class of 2026!

Congratulations to the BSD class of 2026!

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Explore the creative potential of artificial intelligence in art and design. This studio examines both generative design methods and how generative media is transforming visual culture, redefining authorship and authenticity in an era of synthetic images. Enter the logic of generative systems and work from the inside out. Push their boundaries, redirect their outputs, and treat AI as a creative material. Through iterative experimentation and critical inquiry, you will develop projects that are visually ambitious and conceptually rigorous. Working with tools such as Stable Diffusion, ControlNet, Gemini, and platforms like Runway or Comfy, you will experiment directly with contemporary generative systems and explore their creative possibilities.

No prior AI experience is required, though basic digital literacy is essential, and experience in design or media production is helpful.

SU26 Course: DESIGN 5193 - AI and Generative Design May 11 - June 18 (Summer | 6 week, session 1)Monday, Wednesday 9:00AM - 12:00PM, in personFriday 9:00AM - 12:00PM, onlineInstructor: Gaëtan Robillard, Assistant Professor - [email protected] for course permission.Class 18181 (Undergrad)Class 22546 (Grad)

Please join us in congratulating Ange Leone, Senior Graduate Program Coordinator in Ohio State’s Department of Design, on two significant 2026 recognitions highlighting her leadership and service.

Leone received the Graduate Coordinator Wellness Program of the Year Award from the Ohio State Graduate School for Co‑Designing the Future of Graduate School Wellness, an initiative that uses design‑thinking methods to support graduate students’ intellectual, emotional, and social well‑being.

She was also elected as the 2026–27 Membership Co‑Chair for the Association of Staff and Faculty Women Plus (ASFW+), joining the organization’s Executive Board to help advance inclusive engagement and professional development for staff and faculty across the university.

Together, these achievements reflect Leone’s commitment to building environments where people are supported, connected, and empowered to thrive—values that resonate across Ohio State’s academic and professional communities.

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Ange Leone Recognized for Campus Leadership in Wellness and Faculty‑Staff Engagement Ange Leone, Senior Graduate Program Coordinator in The Ohio State University Department of Design, has recently been recognized for her leadership and commitment to community care through two notable 2026 honors that reflect her impact at both the departmental and university levels.

Congratulations to Ohio State Design alum Joshua Fry (MFA Design, 2010, DAIM), who has been recognized with a 2026 Visual Effects Society Award for Outstanding Environment in an Animated Feature.

Fry shares the honor with collaborators Limei Z. Hshieh, Alexander Nicholas Whang, and Ryan DeYoung for their work on Zootopia 2: Marsh Market—an award celebrating exceptional achievement in environmental design and world‑building for animation.

The VES Awards are among the most respected honors in the visual effects industry, recognizing teams whose work advances both the technical and creative potential of film and animation. Fry’s career reflects the kind of interdisciplinary practice and collaborative leadership fostered through Ohio State’s Department of Design, particularly the DAIM program’s emphasis on systems thinking and integrated media.

This recognition highlights the impact Buckeye designers continue to make across the creative industries, contributing to projects seen by global audiences while shaping the future of visual storytelling.

Read the full story: https://design.osu.edu/news/design-mfa-alum-joshua-fry-wins-ves-award-outstanding-environment-animated-feature

Congratulations to Thomas Yurkin (BSID ’85), 2026 Distinguished Alumni Award Recipient!

The Ohio State University Department of Design is proud to recognize Thomas Yurkin, Senior Creative Director at Freeman Company, as the recipient of our 2026 Distinguished Alumni Award, presented during the Spring Exhibition Reception.

With a career spanning more than 40 years, Tom has helped shape the field of experiential and exhibition design—leading the creation of immersive brand experiences that bring people, stories, and ideas together at scale. His work bridges visual communication, industrial design, and live events, guiding projects from concept through ex*****on while keeping the human experience at the center.

As part of his visit to campus, Tom engaged directly with our community: delivering a guest lecture to Visual Communication Design students, joining Collab Studio for a Q+A, and recording an episode of our Thinking Through Design podcast. Across each setting, he shared insights on collaboration, creative leadership, and the evolving role of designers in live, experiential spaces.

We’re honored to celebrate Tom’s achievements and his continued commitment to mentoring the next generation of designers.

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https://design.osu.edu/news/thomas-yurkin-named-2026-distinguished-alumni-award-recipient

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 presented during the Department’s Spring Exhibition Reception, honoring Yurkin’s decades‑long care...

TONGHT we are keeping Urban Art Space open late! Join us for a reception from 6-8pm to explore the fourth-year capstone projects at the 2026 Spring Exhibition. In the upper gallery, we will also be featuring a special, limited-run, first time ever, second gallery showcasing standout work from the Department of Design students across the curriculum. You don't want to miss this!

Meet the Designers at our Spring Exhibition in 2 days!
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Elizabeth Howes
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Nancy Hohl
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Sydney Greenwell
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Elli Youngpeters