NEW STUDENT ORIENTATION HANDOUTS
1 Curriculum Sequence (Simplified) — This 2-page PDF provides an abbreviated overview of the program's curriculum sequence.
3 How to be a Superb Graphic Designer
TECHNOLOGY REQUIREMENTS
The list of required technology is posted and regularly updated by the Department of Art.
1 MacBook Pro (visit the site or download the PDF above to review the recommended GD specs)
2 Adobe Creative Cloud Student Subscription
3 Digital Camera
4 Printer (capable of printing 13x19 or larger) is highly recommended
AIGA | the professional association for design
Join AIGA! Become an active member of the MSU AIGA Student Group and check out the events offered by AIGA Memphis and AIGA Birmingham.
COMPETITIONS
Entering juried student competitions is an important part of continuing your education in Graphic Design at MSU. Recognition through these competitions is great for both you and our program and is a major reason why our program has garnered national and international acclaim. You never know what a judge might pick, so put yourself out there! Most competitions have entry fees, but they are a worthy investment. Here's a short list to help you get started:
AAF American Advertising Awards
Adobe Design Achievement Awards
Communication Arts
Creative Quarterly
DSVC National Student Show & Conference
Flux National Student Competition
GLITCH National Student Competition (organized by the MSU AIGA Student Group)
Graphis New Talent
OTHER RESOURCES
Graphic Design ::: Portfolio Review
Graphic Design ::: ART 4523 Graphic Design Internship
MSU Library ::: Graphic Design Research Guide
Pre-Registration Worksheet — The Department of Art's advising pre-registration worksheet. Download and open the PDF in the latest version of Acrobat or Preview.
page updated by CH (10/22/22) / handouts updated by CH (03/06/22)