Today, we're spotlighting Liz Heisey and their time as a Graphic Design intern at Sorrelli! Here's what Liz had to say about her time there: "I had the great opportunity to intern at Sorrelli and work with Rachel Miller and other amazing designers. I had the privilege of coming up with their holiday branding and using my illustration skills to develop creative assets for the team to use in their projects. It was exciting to work at a quick pace. I enjoyed working on different kinds of projects like promotions for Halloween and the Wicked Movie. I learned a lot about design layout and animation, specifically in social media. I am thankful for this internship and the experience I gained from my time working with these designers." #kucd #studentintern #internship

Join us for a special Faculty First Thursday featuring Professor John Steven Gurney, author and illustrator of Dinosaur Train and the Fuzzy Baseball graphic novel series. With over 140 illustrated chapter books to his name — including A to Z Mysteries and The Bailey School Kids — Professor Gurney will share an overview of his illustration career and dive into the creative process behind building the world of Fuzzy Baseball. From publishing to graphic novels to teaching Illustration and Drawing at Kutztown University, his experience spans decades of storytelling through art. Don’t miss this inside look at a professional illustrator’s journey and process.

Starting Fall 2026, we’re launching a 4+1 BFA/MA program, meaning you can earn your Communication Design Bachelor’s + Master’s in just 5 years. Want to know how it works? Info Meetings: Tuesday, March 10 at 7:00 p.m. Thursday, April 16 at 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, May 6 at 7:00 p.m. All students are welcome, freshmen through seniors. Graduating in May? You can still enroll in the MA program. Come learn how. Sign up online: https://www.kutztown.edu/academics/colleges-and-departments/visual-and-performing-arts/majors-minors-and-certificates/art-and-design/master-of-arts-in-communication-design-(ma).html

Fun fact! 😱 Did you know our two favorite typography teachers have the same birthday and are the same age happy birthday Professor Kresge and Professor Clair!!!#kucdrocks

This week for our Internship Spotlight we are taking a look at Juliza Rodriguez! Here is what Juliza had to say about her time at First Generation: "This fall, I had the opportunity to complete my internship during the dates of October to December at First Generation, fully in person from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Monday through Thursday. It was such a meaningful and unforgettable experience. I spent my time working on a wide range of projects, but some of my favorites were the social media posts I created for different clients. Especially all the themed content during the holidays for Halloween and Thanksgiving. Getting to design posts that were fun, engaging, and true to each brand's personality taught me so much about consistency and creative problem-solving. Throughout my time at First Generation, everyone was incredibly kind, patient, and welcoming. From day one, I felt supported and encouraged to grow not just as a designer, but as a creative thinker and collaborator. I walked away with new skills, more confidence, and a deeper understanding of the design field. I am so grateful for this opportunity and truly thankful for the chance to intern at First Generation. This experience has made me even more excited for the future and everything still ahead!" #kucd #studentintern #designintern

Intricate Interplay at the Portland Winter Light Festival ✨ A new collaboration between Professor Josh Miller @codesketchbook and KUCD alum Joey Strain @joey_strain. Their work was projected in Portland, Oregon as part of the festival—featuring free light-based art, immersive sculpture, performances, and participatory events across the city in February. If you love this, consider taking Creative Code in Fall 2026. #advising #creativecode #whatstandsoutinaportfolio #professorsrock #kucdrocks

This week for our internship spotlight we are highlighting Justin Conley! Here is what he had to say: "As a Graphic Design Intern at Tesseract Ventures, I got the chance to work on all kinds of creative projects, infographics, brand guidelines, UI/UX design, and more. Every day felt a little different, and I loved getting to experiment and learn along the way. A lot of what we worked on is confidential, but it’s been really exciting to be part of something so forward-thinking. My mentor Kathy and the rest of the Tesseract team were amazing to work with! It’s been such a rewarding experience to work on projects that challenge me and keep me inspired.” #kucd #designintern #graphicdesign

Starting Fall 2026, we’re launching a 4+1 BFA/MA program, meaning you can earn your Communication Design Bachelor’s + Master’s in just 5 years. Want to know how it works? Info Meeting: Feb 19 | 11–11:50AM | SH 120 💻 Zoom option available! All students are welcome, freshmen through seniors. Graduating in May? You can still enroll in the MA program. Come learn how. PLUS: We’re hosting a Parent Informational Session on Feb 24 (7–8PM, virtual) for families who want to learn more.

108 students pushing ideas. 10 alumni giving back. 9 faculty guiding the chaos. And 1 Kathy keeping us all together. 12 hours of straight design. The 2026 KUCD Designathon was a full day of dedication, collaboration, and serious creative drive. We’re incredibly proud of the thoughtful work, bold concepts, and commitment every single person brought into that room. This is what happens when talent meets effort — and this community continues to raise the bar every year #KUCD #designathon #design