MFA in Communication Design at Txst

This week's Graduate Assistantship Spotlight: Stephanie Wiesehuegel!

"Being a GTA has opened my eyes to just how meaningful teaching is to me and has shaped my love for design pedagogy. Working closely with students—helping them think through ideas, experiment, and grow as designers—has been one of the most fulfilling parts of my graduate experience. Nothing makes me happier than seeing my students succeed and gain confidence in their work. This role has completely changed my perspective and my goals, making graduate school feel far more purposeful and rewarding. Through this experience, I’ve realized that teaching is where I feel most engaged and inspired, and it has solidified my goal of becoming a professor after I graduate."

Interested in becoming a GA? Applications are open through the link in our bio. Take the next step and get involved!

This week's Graduate Assistantship Spotlight: Kat Pena!

"Working as a GIA at Texas State was an experience I am grateful for. It allowed me to pursue my degree full-time while gaining hands-on experience in the classroom. I also had the opportunity to observe so many remarkable professors, which has helped shape me as a professional and in my teaching practice."

Interested in becoming a GA? Applications are open through the link in our bio. Take the next step and get involved!

We’re excited to introduce Prompt, a one-day collaborative workshop led by Radius Collective!

The workshop explores the theme of distance through rapid design prompts and experimental making activities that investigate mapping, translation, and movement. By the end of the day, participants transform their collective experiments into a collaboratively designed exhibition assembled on-site.

Can't wait for a day of making, collaboration, and creative discovery on May 2nd!

Introducing our spring Residency keynote speaker, Radius Collective!

Using the symbolic and literal form of a line, this international creative body of artists and designers is focused on critical discourse around identity, place, and connection.

Residency is just one week away, May 1–2! Join us for the keynote Friday at 2:45 PM, open to all! We can't wait to see you there!

This week's Graduate Assistantship Spotlight: Maham Soomro!

"Being a GTA has been one of the most rewarding experiences of my life. It has helped me discover my true passion and made me fall in love with teaching. My excitement for teaching in the classroom is met by students who are equally excited to learn and knowing that I can make a positive change in their lives is immensely fulfilling."

Interested in becoming a GA? Applications are open through the link in our bio. Take the next step and get involved!

This week, we recognize the commitment and impact of our graduate students. Your hard work does not go unnoticed! 🎉

Fall registration is now open! Don’t wait until July 31st... register for fall classes as soon as possible before the deadline sneaks up on you!

Wishing everyone a safe and restful Spring Break!

We invite all to attend Natural Artefact, the 2nd Annual Communication Design Colloquium!

📅 Thursday, March 12
⏰ 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
📍 Joanne Cole Mitte Building (JCM)

This year’s theme, Natural Artefact, explores what makes us human. We'll talk, share ideas, and see how the essence of the human experience is woven from shared knowledge and creativity. The event will feature three talks from visiting design professionals, followed by a hands-on workshop hosted by our talented MFA students.

Natural Artefact brings together students, faculty, and practicing designers for a day of conversation, inspiration, and creative exploration. Breakfast and Lunch will be provided, and all are welcome to attend.

We hope to see you there!

Join us this Thursday, March 12th at 6:30 PM, as we welcome James Grady for a guest lecture and student critiques on zoom!

James Grady is a designer, educator, and researcher whose work bridges professional practice, digital innovation, immersive experiences, and teaching. He is an Assistant Professor of Graphic Design at Boston University and Principal of Design Axl, a global design consultancy. Through Design Axl, he has collaborated with organizations including Bain Capital Ventures, Dell Technologies Capital, Alexandria Real Estate Equities, and NextView Ventures. His work has received national recognition, including awards from Graphic Design USA, Graphis, and Fast Company’s World Changing Ideas Awards for Polyplexus, a DARPA-funded platform advancing scientific collaboration. His research explores computational and immersive design, including the experimental tool Random Actor.