College of Design at Iowa State University

College of Design at Iowa State University One of the country's most comprehensive design institutions.

One of the most comprehensive design institutions in the country, Iowa State University's College of Design offers degrees in Architecture, Art, Art History, Biological and Premedical Illustration, Community & Regional Planning, Community Development, Game Design, Graphic Design, Industrial Design, Interior Design, Landscape Architecture, Urban Design, Real Estate Development, and Sustainable Environments.

The College of Design is proud to celebrate two leaders recognized with Iowa State University Learning Community Awards....
06/02/2026

The College of Design is proud to celebrate two leaders recognized with Iowa State University Learning Community Awards.

Mindy Cooper was honored with the Learning Communities Champion Award. She was recognized for 20 years of service as an academic advisor and learning communities coordinator for the College, guiding the Design Collaborative, Design Exchange and Savanna Studio learning communities. Thank you, Mindy, for two decades of leadership, mentorship and impact.

Jarael Madyun, director of Student Success & the BUILD Learning Community, received the Early Achievement in Learning Community Coordination Award. Through BUILD, Jarael has helped foster support and belonging for Design students.

Join us in congratulating Mindy and Jarael!

Here’s to the designers, artists, planners, and innovators of the Class of 2026—your future is bright.From studio projec...
05/18/2026

Here’s to the designers, artists, planners, and innovators of the Class of 2026—your future is bright.

From studio projects and presentations to late-night laughs and hard-earned breakthroughs, this class has achieved so much. We are proud of everything you’ve accomplished and grateful for the faculty, staff, family, and peers who got you here.

Congratulations to our College of Design graduates. We can’t wait to see what comes next!

Congratulations to graphic design senior Carnycia Royce, the College of Design’s student marshal for Spring 2026 commenc...
05/14/2026

Congratulations to graphic design senior Carnycia Royce, the College of Design’s student marshal for Spring 2026 commencement!

Carnycia will graduate summa cm laude with degrees in graphic design and music, plus a minor in art history. A talented artist and engaged campus leader, she has made the most of her Iowa State experience through academic excellence, creative practice, and involvement across the university community.

This fall, she will continue her studies in the MFA design program at the School of Visual Arts in New York City.

We’re proud to celebrate all she has accomplished at Iowa State University!

Learn more: https://www.design.iastate.edu/news/spring-2026-college-of-design-student-marshal/

Students from several of our interdisciplinary studios shared their projects and research during IGNITE Innovation Showc...
05/11/2026

Students from several of our interdisciplinary studios shared their projects and research during IGNITE Innovation Showcase review sessions, with work on display throughout the week in the Iowa State University Student Innovation Center.

It was a great opportunity to see students bring ideas to life—showcasing the creativity, experimentation, and problem-solving that are central to a College of Design education.

05/11/2026

From classroom idea to patent-pending business venture: graduating industrial design senior Boluwarin Ojo shares how Iowa State University and the College of Design provided the tools, mentorship, and resources to help her create a first-of-its-kind product — and transform that idea into a business venture.

We’re proud to announce Ton Ngoc as the 2026 recipient of the Janice Peterson Anderson Medallion Award—our highest under...
05/08/2026

We’re proud to announce Ton Ngoc as the 2026 recipient of the Janice Peterson Anderson Medallion Award—our highest undergraduate honor for students majoring in art, graphic design or interior design in the College of Design.

A graduating senior in graphic design, Ngoc was recognized for work that blends bold visual storytelling with interactive design to explore identity, cross-cultural experience, and social impact.

She was selected from a talented group of finalists, alongside Ella Christensen (studio art) and Macy Rieser (interior design). Their work reflects strong individual voices and a shared commitment to creativity and care across disciplines.

Please join us in congratulating Ton Ngoc and celebrating this year’s finalists.
Learn more: https://www.design.iastate.edu/news/2026-jpa-medallion-award/

As the semester reaches its final stretch, our College of Design students are hard at work putting their creativity on d...
05/08/2026

As the semester reaches its final stretch, our College of Design students are hard at work putting their creativity on display during final reviews!

These presentations are an important part of the learning process, giving students the opportunity to practice presenting their work while gaining valuable feedback from professors and peers along the way.

College of Design Dean Luis Rico-Gutierrez has been named the inaugural holder of the Steven King and Susan Boren Endowe...
05/07/2026

College of Design Dean Luis Rico-Gutierrez has been named the inaugural holder of the Steven King and Susan Boren Endowed Dean’s Chair in Design.

Made possible through a generous gift from 1968 landscape architecture graduate Steve King and Susan (Sam) Boren King, who became an honorary College of Design alumna in 2023, this endowed position will provide funding to expand opportunities for students and faculty, support innovation, elevate the college’s national profile, and strengthen its impact in communities across Iowa.

Read the full story and join us in celebrating this milestone: https://www.design.iastate.edu/news/alumni-visionaries-create-endowed-deans-chair-to-advance-iowa-state-college-of-design/

Design has the power to shape stronger communities. At the Make/Change Symposium, students, faculty, and industry partne...
05/06/2026

Design has the power to shape stronger communities.
At the Make/Change Symposium, students, faculty, and industry partners explored how design can drive real-world civic impact.

Across two days, four outstanding keynote speakers from across the country were joined by local panelists from Des Moines Area MPO, DART, Iowa Department of Transportation, and Iowa State University Extension Community and Economic Development.

They shared perspectives on public space, community engagement, systems thinking, and design for social change—topics our students are already exploring in studio courses with real clients, and in some cases, bringing directly into the symposium.

Led by faculty fellows from our Innovation and Entrepreneurship (I+E) program, the symposium created space for new ideas, collaboration, and practical approaches to community-centered design.

We’re pleased to share that Dr. Biswa Das has been named chair of Iowa State University’s Department of Urban Planning a...
05/06/2026

We’re pleased to share that Dr. Biswa Das has been named chair of Iowa State University’s Department of Urban Planning and Development, effective July 1.

Dr. Das is an associate professor and Iowa State University Extension Community and Economic Development state and local government specialist. With more than a decade of experience at Iowa State, he has built an award-winning record of civic engagement and leadership.

As chair, he will guide the department’s growth by strengthening community partnerships and expanding hands-on learning opportunities for students.

Please join us in congratulating Dr. Das on this appointment.

Learn more: https://www.design.iastate.edu/news/biswa-das-iowa-state-urban-planning-development-department-chair

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