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KCAD Collaborative Design

Kendall College of Art & Design of Ferris State University Collaborative Design Program

“Collaborative” means you’ll learn how to creatively solve problems and engage in project activities, management and coordination in both public and private organizations. We’ll help you develop techniques for generating and communicating good ideas, both independently and as part of a team.

“Design” means you’ll graduate with a deep understanding of the process of design. A blend of studio class

es, art history, general education and a required minor in one of our design disciplines adds up to well-rounded students who can understand, advocate and facilitate good design wherever they go.

10/01/2025

Thank you Nicholette for such an insightful conversation. Here’s to a better tomorrow!

09/15/2025

The Inclusive Exchange is looking a little bit different this semester! We are happy to be hosted in the Spark Gallery at 17 Fountain. Drop by and visit!

We are also excited to JoLee Kirkikis, the ArtPrize Director of Exhibitions, to speak about accessibility at Artprize in her talk ALL TOGETHER NOW. Join us on Monday 9/22 at 11:30-12:30 🎨✨

12/03/2024

WELCOME TO THE INCLUSIVE EXCHANGE

Collaborating with DAKC our goal is to…
- Promote Collaboration and Creation
- Promote awareness and understanding of inclusion opportunities within the design community
- Gain insights and invite dialogue to influence future opportunities and expand the projects scope
- Create a set of plans based on feedback gained to include inclusive design in the core values of KCAD
- Expand the scope of this project beyond KCAD

Come contribute to our interactive questions and join in on the conversation! Located in the Atrium in the Fountain Street building.

Going through this semester and next with a quick break for the holiday market (12/7 10am-4pm)❄️✨

11/08/2024

Table 11 submitting our Lego Build Challenge to design a seamlessly elegant shower. Congratulations to celebrating their 44th year of making a more inclusive community.

11/02/2024

KCAD’s open house opens at 1:00 today, Saturday November 1. Come and visit! Stop by the Collaborative Design and see what we are working on!

03/15/2023

We are so excited to announce the third ever Career Journeys event! Join us on Saturday, March 25th to hear several incredible Collaborative Design alumni talk about their adventure through KCAD and learn more about the endless opportunities that exist with a degree in art and design. RSVP by emailing [email protected] or by following the link in our bio. See you there!

11/09/2022

Aidan bringing a wonderful sustainability inspired brunch this morning in the WNF building! Homemade and locally sourced, this absolutely hit the spot. Thanks Aidan!

10/26/2022

We are so excited to announce the second Collab Design Career Journeys Event! Saturday November 5th from 12:00-3:00pm, come listen to our wonderful alumni share their journey through KCAD and beyond. RSVP by going to the link in our bio, or by emailing [email protected]. Hope to see you there!

05/20/2022

Congratulations to team Green Promoters on placing first in this year’s Wege Prize Competition! A big round of applause to everyone who participated 🎉 and don’t forget - Wege Prize 2023 starts right NOW!!

05/04/2022

ICYMI: the senior and excellence award exhibition is now open to the public! Be sure to stop by to see the work our amazing seniors have done throughout their careers at KCAD. Congratulations to our graduates on your accomplishment, we are so proud of all you have done 💗

03/30/2022

There’s still time to RSVP for the Wege Prize Workshop happening Saturday, April 2nd! Join us in person or via zoom to learn more about what it takes to build a successful team, and how to start shaping ideas to tackle your wicked problem. We hope to see you there!

03/22/2022

ATTN: anyone curious about the Wege Prize process, team building, or wicked idea tackling, look no further! Join us Wednesday at 11:30 in either the KCAD student commons or via zoom for a lunch and learn to hear more about the nitty gritty details of the Wege Prize Interdisciplinary Design Competition, and how YOU can make a difference through circular economics. Not enough for ya? We feel the same. Join us again on April 2nd for a Wege Workshop to learn more about building teams and shaping ideas. For more information and to RSVP, contact [email protected]. We can’t wait to see you there!

Address

17 Fountain Street NW
Grand Rapids, MI
49503

Telephone

+16164512787

Website

http://www.kcadcollaborativedesign.com/

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