Contemporary Istanbul Foundation presents the solo exhibition Mythologiques by Tomokazu Matsuyama, MFA Communications Design ’04, which is running concurrently with the 60th Venice Biennale. “Matsuyama, bridging his heritage between Japan and the USA, distills a bicultural narrative into a vibrant oeuvre that navigates the complexities of a globalized society.”
Navigating Life with Playing Cards
Pratt students and faculty have developed playing cards to explore a variety of issues.
Touring NYC: Students from France Improve English through Pratt Program
Students from the EBM Business School in France tour New York City to practice English conversation skills with the Pratt School of Continuing and Professional Studies.
Artist, Designer, and Educator Lisa Z Morgan Named Chair of Fashion Design
Lisa Z Morgan has been named chair of the Department of Fashion within Pratt Institute’s School of Design. Morgan will be joining Pratt from Rhode…
Internships Prepare High School Students with Disabilities for the Workforce
New York City students gain real-world experience and skills at Pratt as part of Project SEARCH, an international program that helps prepare individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities for success.
2024 Diamonstein-Spielvogel Fellows to Focus on Sustainability and Climate Change
Amira Chowyuk, MS Packaging, Identities, and Systems Design ’26, and Donavon Falls, MLA ’27, have been selected for the third and final year of the…
Envisioning a Better Future at 2024 NYCxDESIGN
Pratt students and faculty participated in workshops and talks and displayed their own work during the 2024 NYCxDESIGN festival.
Educator, Graphic Designer, and Creative Director Meta Newhouse Named Chair of Undergraduate Communications Design
Meta Newhouse has been named chair of Undergraduate Communications Design in the School of Design. Newhouse joins Pratt from Lesley University, in Cambridge, MA, where…
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Pratt Institute launches new Center for Climate Adaptation aimed at researching resiliency solutions for island cities
The establishment of the Center for Climate Adaptation is announced, emphasizing its role in researching solutions to enhance resilience for island cities such as New York and Singapore.
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The buildings of the future won’t just be for humans—they’ll be for insects, too
The article discusses the concept of multispecies architecture, focusing on the work of architect and faculty member Ariane Harrison and her firm Harrison Atelier, particularly their collaboration with the Bee Conservancy to create habitat spaces for bees within architectural structures.
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What designers need to know about sustainability certifications
Piece highlighting the emergence of alternative certifications to Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) and their impact on career trajectories. Pratt is mentioned as offering a continuing education certificate in Sustainable Design, among other institutions, providing opportunities for designers to deepen their knowledge and signal their commitment to sustainability.
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Innovative Design and Living Seawalls Can Improve an Imperfect Solution
The article discusses the challenges and limitations of traditional seawalls in addressing rising sea levels and storm surges, especially in locations like Miami with high-value real estate. School of Architecture faculty members, Philip Parker and John Shapiro provide insights into the environmental, financial, and efficacy issues associated with seawalls.
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Visiting Assistant Professor of Fine Arts Andrew Woolbright was named the recipient of the Sharpe-Walentas Studio Program’s 2024 Irving Sandler Prize in recognition of “his ongoing contribution to the New York City arts community, both in his artistic practice and generous spirit, as well as an educator, writer, and curator.”
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Deirdre Lawrence, MSLIS ’79, was interviewed by Cultured Magazine about print collectors in the digital age. “I have curated several exhibitions that have presented artists’ books,” said Lawrence, “and the public response to each has provided clear evidence that print is alive and well alongside their digital neighbors.”
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Visiting Assistant Professor of Interior Design Shari Francis was featured on Lumens’s “A Day in the Life” series. “As an assistant visiting professor at Pratt Institute, I teach sophomore studio. What it’s done for me, is to really bring the basics back into design,” said Francis. “Giving my knowledge is the reason why I teach, and to see how they become successful in their own design, I feel very grateful for.”
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Isabelle Brourman, MFA Fine Arts ’19, was featured in the New York Times for her unique take on courtroom sketches.
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Cooper Hewitt will be hosting a conversation with former Adjunct Professor of Industrial Design Lucia DeRespinis, BID ‘52, on July 20, about her long and significant design career, during which time few women designers were acknowledged for their contributions to the field. She will be joined by Hillary Petrie, co-founder of Egg Collective, and the event will be moderated by Matilda McQuaid, Acting Director of Curatorial at Cooper Hewitt.
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Alexandra Barker, interim chair of Graduate Architecture, Landscape Architecture, and Urban Design (GALAUD), discusses her background, career, and aspirations in an extended interview with Madame Architect.
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Spring 2024
The Connections That Shape Us
Pratt alumni on mentors and mentoring, and the advice that’s helped them through.