Laura Kim, BFA Fashion Design ’04, was profiled in The Cut in a piece that explores her professional relationship with Fernando Garcia, with whom she directs Oscar de la Renta. “They’ve held their jobs at Oscar for nearly a decade, a lifetime in this business, by saying ‘yes.’ Yes to almost every major celebrity, yes to Trumpworld and the Resistance Dems, and yes to an advertising campaign for a smart toilet.”
IDC Foundation Awards Second $1 Million Grant to Pratt’s Research Accelerator Hub
This funding supports core initiatives at the Research Yard of Pratt Institute in the Brooklyn Navy Yard.
Pratt and a Century of The New Yorker
From Pratt Institute News
On the occasion of the magazine's 100th anniversary, a look back at the many Pratt artists, writers, and creatives who have helped shape the renowned publication.
Commencement 2025 to Be Held on May 20 at Radio City Music Hall
From Pratt Institute News
Poet and cultural critic Claudia Rankine will deliver the Commencement address and receive an honorary degree, and distinguished alumni Annabelle Selldorf and Stefan Sagmeister will receive honorary degrees.
Sowing Seeds of Sustainability
From Pratt Institute News
Pratt Earth Action Week Spring 2025 featured walking tours, sustainability workshops and exhibitions, and world-building exercises.
The Music Listening Experience, Reimagined
From Pratt Institute News
The third annual Amazon Music Design Challenge tested students' design, research, and time management skills.
Pratt Remembers President Emeritus Thomas F. Schutte
From Pratt Institute News
The Pratt Institute community remembers Dr. Thomas F. Schutte, who served as the 11th president of Pratt Institute from 1993 to 2017.
Live from New York, It’s Pratt!
From Pratt Institute News
Meet the Film/Video majors past and present who have brought their skills to Saturday Night Live.
The Latest
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Pratt President Emeritus Thomas F. Schutte Dies At 89
Interior Design honored the legacy of Pratt President Emeritus Thomas F. Schutte, highlighting his transformative 24-year leadership and enduring impact on the Institute and broader Brooklyn community.
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Brooklyn Art Exhibit Transforms Into Mobile Aid Station For The Homeless
A news segment on PIX11 New York covered Collective Mobilities, an art exhibition at Pratt Institute’s DeKalb Gallery by Alex Strada, Pratt’s Fine Arts Civic Engagement Fellow. The exhibition has transformed into a mobile mutual aid station, collecting and distributing thousands of donated items to support Brooklyn’s homeless community.
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Op-ed: How Pratt Institute and Brooklyn Navy Yard are driving creative economic innovation
Pratt and the Brooklyn Navy Yard are driving creative economic innovation by fostering intersections between education, research, and industry, contributing to Brooklyn’s surge in small business growth and its leadership in the nation’s creative economy.
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“Black Dress II: Homage” Celebrates A History Of Black Fashion In America
Black Dress II: Homage at Pratt Manhattan Gallery received major recognition for its powerful tribute to Black designers and fashion creatives. Curated by professor Adrienne Jones and alumna Rachelle Etienne-Robinson, the exhibition reflects on a decade of progress since the original Black Dress exhibition, showcasing archival materials and contemporary pieces that highlight the impact of Black artistry on global fashion.
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An Exhibition Fit for Black History Month
As New York Fashion Week and Black History Month aligned, The Cut highlighted Black Dress II: Homage as one of the city’s must-see exhibitions. The article lauded Pratt Manhattan Gallery for its role in providing a critical space to honor Black contributions to fashion, noting how the show reclaims historical narratives and showcases emerging designers.
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Adjunct Associate Professor of Graduate Architecture, Landscape Architecture, and Urban Design Carisima Koenig spoke on inclusive environments and trauma-informed design at the North Atlantic Society for College and University Planning (SCUP) conference. Read more at the School of Architecture News.
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A paper by Saille Caia Murray, MSLIS ’25, titled “Deconstructing Christian Supremacy and Inviting the Orisha into the Library: Creating Diverse Religious Collections in Academic Libraries,” was accepted to the 2025 Critical Pedagogy Symposium: Decentering the West (June 10–12).
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Donni Davy, BFA Photography ’10, was interviewed by PopSugar for her work as a Hollywood makeup artist. “Makeup communicates so much to the audience,” she said. “It’s extra info; a storytelling tool.”
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Pratt alumna Anna Park, who studied Illustration and Fine Arts, became the youngest artist on Lehmann Maupin’s gallery roster and profiled by ArtDrunk.
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Marcelo Minoliti, MPS Design Management ’99, has contributed to the newly published book An Endless Journey – Connecting the World: The Story of Corporación América Airports. This landmark publication chronicles the evolution of the world’s largest international airport operator, which manages over 50 terminals across Latin America, Asia, and Europe. The book highlights the company’s transformative modernization efforts, emphasizing advancements in technology, safety, operational capacity, and passenger connectivity, alongside its commitment to inclusion and sustainable practices such as renewable energy adoption.
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Patrick O’Gorman, BS Construction Management ’24, is featured in BVM Sports in an article that highlights his journey from student athlete to coach. O’Gorman, who previously played for the men’s basketball team, is now an assistant coach for the team. “His experiences as a player have shaped his coaching philosophy, allowing him to foster a disciplined mindset and support his players’ development.”
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