Upcoming Events
FALL 2024
LECTURE SERIES | FALL 2024
Arzu Ozkal's "Socially Engaged Design"
November 7th 2024, at 5 pm
Arzu Ozkal, co-editor of Cabaret Voltaire: Fluxus West, San Diego, and Southern California Mail Art, and Gün: Women's Networks, is a Turkish-born designer and researcher based in San Diego, CA. Dedicated to fostering collaboration and inclusivity, Ozkal's practice critically engages with socially engaged design and cultural issues.
She holds an MFA from the University at Buffalo, SUNY and a BFA from Bilkent University. Ozkal's work has been exhibited and recognized globally, with her pieces being included in collections across the country.
Remote access via Zoom is available upon registration.
James Grady's "Cultivating Creativity Through The Crossroads of Interdisciplinary Design"
October 23RD 2024 at 4pm (EST)
James Grady is a designer and educator with over two decades of experience. He is an Assistant Professor of Graphic Design at Boston University and Principal of Design Axl, a global graphic design consultancy. Since 2017, James has taught undergraduate and graduate students at BU and co-teaches Spark! Product Innovation at the Center for Data Sciences, where he also serves as Creative Director. His work emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration across various BU colleges.
James co-authored a grant from Digital Learning & Innovation to bring an artist in residence to BU’s School of Visual Arts, Theatre, and Faculty of Computing & Data Science. Before joining BU, he co-taught Information Design at MIT and held senior roles at kor group and Fathom Information Design, leading projects for clients like Google, GE, Nike, and Volkswagen.
James earned his MFA in Graphic Design from the Rhode Island School of Design and his BFA in Digital Media from the University of Massachusetts Dartmouth. His interdisciplinary approach drives his research, teaching, and creative practice, providing a platform to explore new ideas in design and inspire students to innovate.
Anna Jordan's "Everything Is An Art Supply"
October 2ND 2024 at 4pm (EST)
Anna Jordan is a graphic designer and educator in Rochester, New York, USA. Her award-winning book cover designs explore theintersection of typography and materials. Many pieces are made using her unique design process of analog-digital synthesis. In 2025, PRINT Magazine named Anna one of the best New Visual Artists: 15 Under 30. Her work is exhibited internationally and featured in many design publications. Anna earned her BFA in Graphic Design from Rhode Island School of the Arts. She has taught graphic design at Maryland Institute College of Art, Virginia Commonwealth University, and Rochester Institute of Technology where she is currently Assistant Professor in the MFA Visual Communication Design program.
LECTURE SERIES EVENTS
Please join the FAU Department of Visula Arts and Art History for the Fall 2024, Art and Design Lecture Series.
Lectures
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Anna Jordan - October 2nd 2024 at 4pm (EST)
- Associate Professor School of Design Rochester Institutue of Technology.
- ZOOM
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James Grady - October 23rd 2024 at 4pm (EST)
- Assistant Professor Graphic Design Boston University, Founder of Axl
- ZOOM
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Arzu Ozkal - November 7 at 5pm (EST)
- Professor of Graphic Design San Diego State University
- IN-PERSON
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Kelly Walters - January 29th 2024 at 4pm (EST)
- Associate Professor Parsons of School of Design, Founder of Bright Polka Dot
- ZOOM
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Pouya Jahanshahi - March 13th at 5pm (EST)
- Associate Professor of Graphic Design Oklahoma State University
- ZOOM