Victor is a student member of this association and was asked to share his thoughts about his education, work experience, and outlook in today’s climate.

He shares his thoughts about Product Design at 麻豆传媒在线, from his sponsored projects with and to his internships with and .

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Held in conjunction with the , the topic of the 听was the enhancement of the safety of vulnerable road users.听 Attendees and competitors discussed theories and concepts surrounding the protection of pedestrians, bicyclists, and motorcyclists through behavioral modification, with an eye toward innovative vehicle and roadway technologies.

GHSA Executive Director Jonathan Adkins participated in a panel highlighting the persistent challenges of longstanding traffic safety issues.

Product Design sophomores were also able to take advantage of exclusive early access to the auto show floor. Experiencing Press and Industry Day firsthand, they watched live product reveals and spent time assessing and evaluating new concept cars with their instructors. Product Design Program Coordinator Dr. Feigler and Adjunct Professor Michael Lyden discuss automotive surfacing with sophomores in preparation for coursework focusing on Transportation Design.

After starting her degree at 麻豆传媒在线, Webber attended the highly selective Bobbi Brown Makeup Artistry Certificate program within the Department of Art and Design, while simultaneously interning at Marchesa in New York City. Webber reflects on this opportunity saying, 鈥淭his program in particular opened up a lot of doors for me in the beauty industry; not only did I get to meet and work with Bobbi Brown, but I became friends with everyone on the staff at the 麻豆传媒在线 flagship store and had many opportunities to go to events and be a makeup model.鈥�

During her time at 麻豆传媒在线, Webber also took advantage of the Fashion Studies Spring Break Study Abroad program, travelling to Paris with Faculty, Dr. Abby Lillethun. Webber states, 鈥淧aris is one of those cities that I dreamed of going to and was in love with before ever visiting. I admired the couture, the high-end designers, and the Parisian culture. We travelled there during Couture Fashion Week, visiting many museums, landmarks, shops, showrooms and even bumped into Kim and Kanye West at the iconic retail shop, Colette. In it鈥檚 entirety the trip really gave me that extra push to take my talents, inspirations, and dreams and launch a brand with them.鈥�

Webber explains, 鈥淥verall, the Fashion Studies program taught me a few key things: 1. How to choose what I wanted to do in the fashion industry; 2. How to brand myself; and 3. How to understand the fashion market and supply/demand. All of which prepared me for my career in fashion and beauty.鈥� Webber founded her own company, Jade Alycia Inc. and runs all aspects of the business from social media, the accessory design process, and managing her website, . She also provides beauty services within her company, The Glamourous Touch which she founded in January; runs a blog filled with behind the scenes moments in fashion and beauty titled, The Unjaded Journal; and works full time in the fashion industry copywriting women鈥檚 ready-to-wear and accessories.

Webber prepared for her NYFW SS19 showcase by designing original accessories, styled and directed photoshoots for the collection, and created a lookbook for attendees. Webber says, 鈥淚 am so excited about the showcase because it is my first NYFW showroom and I get to introduce my brand to the fashion industry on a large platform. At this stage it鈥檚 really about brand awareness for me, I was able to cultivate a lot of new contacts and followers, and showing at NYFW has always been a goal of mine.

Jade Alycia Webber graduated with a Bachelors of Art in Fashion Studies in 2015. You can visit her website at or read her blog at .

Throughout the competition, Rodolfo worked closely with his prestigious mentors Spencer Hawkins and Evan Caruso while also applying critical feedback from his classmates. Solano credits his preparation prior to the competition and his performance during the competition to the curriculum and faculty of the听Product Design program at 麻豆传媒在线.

By strengthening his sketching skills, developing his researching skills, and improving his time management he was able to successfully balanced the workload of the competition while still staying on top of his academics.

“I want to be a part of the future and leave my mark.鈥� says Rodolfo, who also participated in the and the .

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“We are especially excited about this year’s Arts Days programs,” said Linda Davidson, assistant dean for the College of the Arts. “With twenty events highlighting all programs of the college, it is the largest Arts Days series ever. And the workshops are engaging, informative and fun!”

Click below for event schedules and registration:

• Art and Design Days: Oct 28, 2016; March 3, 2017
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  • Cali School Concert: October 14-15, 2016 (Kaleidoscope 10th Anniversary Concerts, all ensembles)
  • Flute Day: October 16, 2016
  • Music Therapy Days:听October 17, 2016; January 23, 2017
  • Horn Day : October 23, 2016
  • OcTUBAfest: October 30, 2016
  • Collegiate Choral Symposium : November 11, 2016
  • Jazz Day : November 18, 2016
  • Choral Ensemble Festival and Clinic: February 10, 2016
  • Brass Day (for brass players): February 26, 2016
• 听November 4, 2016; March 3, 2017
• : November 4, 2016; March 3, 听2017
• Dance Days: November 18, 2016; April 7, 2017

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 Department of Art and Design alumnus George Perez ’14 will be embarking on his dream career as an Interactive Designer at Bandai Namco Entertainment, located in California鈥檚 Silicon Valley.

Perez, who graduated from the College of the Arts with a double major in Fine Arts and Visual Communication Design, set his sights on a career in design early in life. 鈥淲orking in the game industry was a dream of mine, ever since I was a kid,鈥� shared Perez, who is eager to begin his new position this September.

So what exactly does an Interactive Designer do? Perez explained his work as primarily to create game interfaces for mobile devices and for desktop users. A web design class he took at 麻豆传媒在线 helped him learn HTML code, which is integral to his design work.

The path to Perez鈥檚 dream job was part hard work, talent, and career development, which started at 麻豆传媒在线. Internships are required within the Visual Communications course work, and Perez鈥檚 first internship at a record label gave him his start at professional design and animation. It then led to another internship at a mobile game company in New York City that inspired him to work on new concepts while honing his illustration skills.

Working with professors in the Visual Communications program also helped Perez grow as an artist and professional. 鈥淏eing in the classroom helped me with what I鈥檓 now doing; it built up my confidence to present work and interact with my classmates. It鈥檚 very close, as though you鈥檙e already at work collaborating.鈥�

Perez shared that one of his mentors, Professor John Luttropp, jumpstarted his ambition to succeed in the program. 鈥淭he first time we spoke, he presented the course of study as rigorous and challenging, saying that it didn鈥檛 just take graphic design technique, but also creativity and intelligence. It made me even more determined to do well.鈥� 

Another of Perez鈥檚 mentors, Professor and Program Coordinator Anthony Inciong, was also a significant influence. 鈥淵ou can tell how hard he works and as a student he makes you want to work harder. 鈥�

Perez鈥檚 advice to a Visual Communication Design students embarking on a career is simple and insightful. 鈥淜eep being yourself, keep practicing and shoot high. It鈥檚 all about being true to yourself.鈥� 

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The 2016 College of the Arts Convocation was a joyous and unforgettable ceremony which featured a show-stopping performance by Distinguished Alumna Award recipient Melba Moore 鈥�70, where Sprague Field resonated with the gleeful cheer of families and friends seated in the bleachers.

Dressed in regalia and grinning from ear-to-ear, graduating students posed for photos with their teachers, while laughing, embracing and trading stories. They also had much to share about taking the step from student to graduate, and reflected thoughtfully on their plans after graduation.

Reem Ibrahem, who delivered the Senior Address, graduated from the Art Education program and explained her thoughts as the chosen voice of the class of 2016. 鈥淎rts has been a passion my entire life, and it feels as though every moment has been building toward this day. I鈥檒l be getting my degree, walking across stage and delivering the Senior Address, so it鈥檚 a very special day for me.鈥� Ms. Ibrahem, who in the fall will be beginning her career as an art teacher at Paterson School No. 7, shared that if the faculty did not encourage her talents, she wouldn鈥檛 have pursued sculpture as her discipline of study.听 Ms. Ibrahem鈥檚 advice to students working their way to graduation was: 鈥淒on鈥檛 be dissuaded. If you have a vision for yourself, set a plan and strategy to accomplish it: go for it, and more power to you.鈥�

Musical Theatre graduate Darius Jordan Lee, who has starred in countless productions on campus such as 42nd Street and Hair, is joining the cast of Mamma Mia at the John W. Engeman Theatre in New York this summer. 鈥淚鈥檓 the first Lee in my family to graduate from college so it means the world for me to be here,鈥� explained Mr. Lee, who as a powerhouse of talent as an actor, dancer, and singer, was encouraged by all members of faculty. 鈥淭he Department of Theatre and Dance as a whole has encouraged me along the way; they鈥檝e helped me get to where I need to be as a creative professional.鈥� Mr. Lee鈥檚 words of wisdom to aspiring students of theatre: 鈥淒on鈥檛 give up, if your mind can conceive it, and your heart can believe it, you can achieve it.鈥�

John J. Cali School of Music graduate Kara Delonas is leaving 麻豆传媒在线 after prodigious study in Double Bass Performance, and will be rushing off after the ceremony to Colorado, to play at Creede Repertory Theatre for the summer season. Ms. Delonas who has also performed in several festivals around the country is thankful to everyone at the School of Music for their help, including faculty member Linda McKnight, a foremost teacher of the double bass in the country, and Gina Balestracci, the academic administrator of the program. 鈥淧ractice every day, always strive to be the best, and never settle. Even if you鈥檙e pleased with your work, you always have room to improve,鈥� was Ms. Delonas鈥檚 recommendation to performance students. It鈥檚 clear she鈥檚 followed her own advice as she embarks on an impressive performance career.

Leonor Marion Landais, a BFA Studio Arts graduate who specializes in ceramics, is enthusiastic to continue her studies and is dedicated to growing as an artist. In the fall, Ms.听Landais听will be beginning a Master in Fine Arts program at the Tyler School of Art at Temple University and is grateful to the Department of Art and Design faculty who have aided in her creative development. 鈥淚 feel it鈥檚 important to get as much insight as possible into your work, and because the faculty, such as my mentor Owen Oertling, were so accessible and available to help, I鈥檓 grateful to have had that opportunity as an artist,鈥� said Ms.听Landais. As she described her anticipation to continue her arts education and expand her experience as a visual artist, Ms.听Landais听offered her advice to aspiring students of art: 鈥淏e dedicated to your work in the studio. Regardless of your talents or gift, be dedicated to your growth as an artist by committing to your time to working in the studio.鈥�

As a Television and Digital Media Division graduate of the School of Communication and Media, Sam Romano worked as sports director and web editor at the campus radio station WMSC, wrote for the The Montclarion, and helped produce weekly episodes of Carpe Diem. 鈥淒uring my time in school I learned everything I needed to be successful and I can’t wait to put all of those skills to use,鈥� Ms. Romano shared about preparing for a career in broadcasting. Ms. Romano, who has just started a position as a Studio Director at News 12, explained how faculty encouraged her career goals. 鈥淭here are so many professors who have field experience and contacts and are so willing to help the students chase and achieve their dreams. It’s inspiring!鈥�

Dance graduate Emma Pressman was awarded the 2016 Dean鈥檚 Scholar/Artist Award, as well as the Theatre and Dance Service Award, and the Linda Roberts Outstanding Dance Senior Award. With these numerous achievements under her belt, Ms. Pressman shared how it felt to be recognized by the College of the Arts Dean as an artist. 鈥淭his award has made me realize what I have accomplished over the last four years. I knew I was working hard but I never really paused to reflect. I was so honored to be recognized, sitting on that stage gave me the opportunity to look out at all of the people who supported me through it, my friends, my family and my incredible teachers.鈥�

Each of the College’s graduates has contributed immensely to the vitality, spirit, and vast accomplishments of 麻豆传媒在线’s vibrant arts community. They will always be an essential part of 麻豆传媒在线’s history and future, and will always have a home at the College of the Arts as alumni!

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With College of the Arts Dean Daniel A. Gurskis presiding, the ceremony included greetings from President Susan A. Cole, the senior address delivered by Reem Ibrahem and music performed by students from the John J. Cali School of Music.

Tony Award-winning actress and vocalist Melba Moore 鈥�70 was honored with the Distinguished Alumna Award and delivered the keynote address. Also receiving special recognition was graduating senior Emma Pressman, who was presented with the Dean鈥檚 Scholar/Artist鈥檚 Award.

The candidates鈥� degrees were conferred at the 2016 Commencement ceremony on Wednesday, May 25 at Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey.

Music Education alumna Melba Moore 鈥�70 will receive the 麻豆传媒在线 Distinguished Alumni Award and undergraduate Dance student Emma Pressman will receive the Dean鈥檚 Scholar/Artist award.听Art Education student Reem Ibrahem will deliver the senior address.

Department of Art and Design Recipients:

Ann Chapman Scholarship
Maviel Gonzalez

Art and Social Practices
James Yee

Cento Amici (Art and Design)
Tiffany Case
Paige Fusco
Kaitlyn Texel
Evan Tortorelli听

Don & Judy Miller Award
Chloe Anne Cruz
Julian Alfonso Sanchez

Excellence in Animation/Illustration
Christine Almeda
Da Young Cho
Sebastian Gomez
Keven Mallqui
Yumi Nakayama

Excellence in Art Education
Danielle Davis
Luisa Henao

Excellence in Art History
Gorkem Eroglu
Cynthia Huasipoma
William Weber

Excellence in Ceramics
Stephany Sueldo

Excellence in Fashion Studies
Eric N. Torres

Excellence in Graphic Design
Pablo Chavarria听
Ariana Dela Vega听
Ramzi Husein
Nicole Park

Excellence in Industrial Design
Senior: Anthony Lopez,听Edwin Teca
Junior: Miguel Pena
Sophomore: Adam Pelley
Freshman: Sador Garrett Boldog

Excellence in Metal and Jewelry
Katherine McCole

Excellence in Painting and Drawing
Anthony Coplan
Christopher Gullander

Excellence in Print and Paper Arts
Derek Wright
Suzanne Tuchman

Excellence in Photography
Brianne J. Dougherty

Excellence in Sculpture
Leonor Marion Landais

Fashion Studies Katherine Hall Award
Genavieve Pimenow听

Outstanding Graduating BFA in Studio
Christopher Gullander听

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School of Communication and Media Recipients:

Achievement in Production Award
Amanda Accardo
KellyMarie Braun
Jose Cortez
Dante Giannetta
Francesca LaBianco
Sarah Modo
Samantha Romano
Tyler Rosenberg
Jarrett Strenner
Benjamin Vazquez-Juarbe

American Broadcasting Company Award
Daniel Collins
Ryan Long
Brandon Simanski

Angelo and Margaret J. DiFlaura Award
Emma Cimo

Bill Puskas Most Promising New Student Award
Jinal Kapadia

Cento Amici Award听(Communication and Media)
Kristie Keleshian
Samantha Williams

Christopher Stasheff/Al Prieto Scholarship Award
John Reilly

Communication Studies (2671) Award
Cynthia Huasipoma
Alison McCabe

Communication Studies 鈥� Excellence in Communication & Media
Theresa Bright听

Excellence in Cinematography
Alejandra Cedeno
Rob Woods

Excellence in Editing
Rebecca Gruber

Excellence in Filmmaking
Greg Buracker听听
Kim Hill听
Swelee Joseph
Jacob Shapiro听

Excellence in Health Communication
Annastassia Pritchett

Excellence in Organizational Communication Award
James Jeffers

Excellence in Public Relations Award
Ana Vargas

Excellence in Screenwriting听
Stephen Bodossian
Rocio Mendieta
Tiara听Montgomery

Faculty Award
Craig Gorbunoff
Michael Oroko

George Hiltzik Scholarship for Media Students
Jessica Bacher
Kyle Bogdan
Avery Federico
Paige Godlewski
Jennifer Leon
Keyra Krauss
Theresa Reynolds
Chris Sabo
Amelia Spitler听听

Harold Friedlander Memorial Award
Daniel Falkenheim

Jack Anderson Journalism Scholarship
Stephanie Pitera

John D. Sharkey
Jayna Gugliucci

Jose Rohaidy Award
Josue Dajes

Journalism Achievement Award
Fabricio Costa-Filho
Elena Medina
Christopher Thompson

Journalism Award
Daniel Falkenheim听

Lambda Pi Eta Scholarship
Morgan Taylor

Most Valuable Player to the Film Program
Michael Turner

MSU BFA Filmmaking Award 2016 Cinematography Award
Alejandra Cedeno
Robert Woods

Nominated for Dean’s Scholarship
Amelia Spitler

Outstanding Scholarly Achievement
Shannon Boyle
Brooke O’Donnell

Radio Achievement Award
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Radio Club of America Scholarship Award
Daniel Falkenheim
Nicholas Franciosa
Amanda Kaminsky
Dayonara Link
Paula Tan
Stanley Wiercinski

Richard Drukker Award
Deanna Rosa

Stephanie Wood Public Service Award
Jantzen Rogalski
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Wayne Bond Communication Achievement Award (Graduate)
Christine Sandella

Wayne Bond Communication Studies Achievement Award (Undergraduate)
Meghan Carney听
Julia Siegel听 听 听 听 听听听 听听

TV Digital Media (2514) Award
John Reilly 听 听 听听

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John J. Cali School of Music Recipients:

Academic Excellence Award听
Monika Szumski

Cento Amici Award (Music)
Evan Fleming
Rebecca Orlando
Dana Rizzo

David Ott Scholarship for Outstanding Music Therapist Intern
Chyi June Khoo

David Ott Scholarship for Outstanding Music Therapy Student (Graduate)
Erica Gibbons

David Ott Scholarship for Outstanding Music Therapy Student (Undergraduate)
Lawrence Budden

Excellence in Band Award
Alyson Berkowitz 听听
Hayley Orlando
Robert Parson听

Excellence in Choir Award
Nicole Jodoin
Andria Kwasnicki
Christine Rauschenbach 听

Excellence in Jazz Award
Ian Howells

Excellence in Orchestra Award
Anita Balazs
Nick Mossa 听 听听

Lucille Oliva Award
Karlee SanGiovanni

Music Department Service Award
Katie Rakus

Music Teachers National Association Award
Dana Rizzo

Oscar Ravina Award
Paul Vanderwal

Outstanding Graduate Composer Award
Kevin Cummines

Outstanding Graduate Performance Award
Sujin Kang 听听
Jung Yong Kim

Outstanding Graduate Student Teacher Award in Music Education
Larisa Skinner听

Outstanding Student Teacher Award
Mavrothi Kontanis
Andria Kwasnicki

Outstanding Undergraduate Composer Award
Camila Agosto
Jeffery Triggs

Outstanding Undergraduate Performance Award
Joseph Varela

Presser Scholarship
Dana Rizzo

Thomas and Michelle Wilt Scholarship
Camila Agosto

Thomas J. Randazzo Award
Emily Gaul

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Department of Theatre and Dance Recipients:

College of the Arts Advisory Board Scholarship Award
Daniel Padierna

Cento Amici Award (Theatre & Dance)
Juliana Chimenti
Jacqueline Kosoff
Brian Sedita
Yvonne Setlock
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Choreographic Excellence Award
Jennifer Campbell
Stephen Galberth 听 听听 听 听 听 听

Danceaturgy Award
Audra Hofacker
Ashley Wiedow听听
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Department of Theatre & Dance Service Award
Christian Dilks
Audra Hofacker
Nicole Mageros
Andrea Miller
Emma Pressman
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Doris Bianchi Senior Award
Eric Craft
Michael Sickles听听听听

Jeanne Wade Heningburg Award
Kidjie Boyer
Marsha Guirlande Pierre
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Joseph F. Bella Production/Design Award
April Gormley
Connor Wilson
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Linda Roberts Outstanding Senior Dance Award
Chelsea McCloskey
Emma Pressman
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Marc Mattaliano Theatre Award
Andrew Russel
Angelica Santiago听听听听听听听听听听听听
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Mary Ann Peins Dance Scholarship
Tiara Knox
Melody Marti

MSU Dance Education Award
Jayne Gendreau
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MSU Dance Spirit Award
Alexa Lucchese
Tricia Urgo
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Outstanding Performer Award
Breeanah Breeden
Victoria Franzetti
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Senior BFA Acting Award
Kacie Craven
Dino Curia
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Wycoff Award
William Ervin

From fashion and merchandising, industrial design, to graphic design and more, Art and Design Career Day is designed to give students the opportunity to learn about the diverse and exciting careers in the arts. Featuring workshops on portfolio development, cover letter and resume writing, marketing and branding, and budgeting, industry professionals will share their insights on how to best succeed in the art and design fields.

It’s a unique chance for students to network and learn from accomplished professionals working in the field who are eager to help students as they jumpstart their careers. Featured guests include entrepreneurs and professionals from DKNY Jeans, MIX Lab, 听FITZ & CO, Indigogo and many others.

This new Career Day follows the Department of on April 1st, which welcomes college-bound high school students to experience the arts, workshops, and info sessions on portfolios, auditions, and college degree programs.

For the Career Day college including the program schedule, list of speakers and more information, visit the Art and Design Career Day page.

Art and Design Career Day: .

Date: Friday, April 8th, 9 a.m. to 1:15 p.m.

Location: Finley Hall, first floor.