Why Study Graphic Design at Assumption?
Studying graphic design at Assumption University means experiencing a program that teaches the visual principles of creative design. Our faculty are practicing artists as well as experienced designers, so they bring their creative passion into the classroom; and our graduates don’t just get jobs – they find fulfillment in their work.
Students in this program work in our state-of-the-art Mac labs with the latest software and technology in the field. By studying in the context of a broad-based liberal arts education, you will graduate from our program with the technical, creative, and critical-thinking skills you need to thrive as a professional.
Faculty
Experiential Learning
Assumption's Rome Campus
At Assumption's campus in Rome, Italy, the city and the country become your classroom through daily and weekend-long excursions throughout "the eternal city" and the Italian countryside. This unique study abroad experience will enrich your academic and cultural pursuits as you walk in the footsteps of emperors and gladiators then enjoy delectable Italian cuisine or perhaps a cappuccino after class in a local cafe. (Did you know that your financial aid follows you to Rome?)
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Faculty/Student Research
The Assumption curriculum encourages scholarly and real-world experience. With hands-on research conducted alongside faculty mentors, students gain a depth of knowledge and skills that lead to professional success and personal fulfillment.Study Abroad
At Assumption University, the world is your classroom. Students can study and explore abroad in over 50 places from Vienna to England, South Africa, and even our own campus in historic, yet modern, Rome, Italy. Assumption’s study abroad program offers culture, history, and a living classroom for all.Internships
Assumption starts planning for your future the day you arrive on campus. Our Career Development and Internship Center helps students secure exciting and fulfilling internships where you’ll apply knowledge obtained in the classroom in a professional setting, preparing for a future career or additional study. Assumption connects students to internship opportunities in corporations, government agencies, research hospitals, non-profit organizations, and more.Pathways to Success
The Graphic Design program is excellent preparation for a variety of fields in a corporate, agency, or nonprofit setting, including:
Advertising
Computer Animation
Illustrator
Public Relations
Visual Journalist
Web Designer
Ambar Rosas Sanchez
English 2019
Marketing Freelancer, Telemundo
“Assumption exposed me to new and exciting opportunities that wouldn’t have been possible elsewhere. I wanted to learn what it would be like to work in journalism, a field I’m very passionate about, and Assumption afforded me this opportunity. ”
Ania Szemiot
Graphic Design 2014
Graphic Design Contractor, MassDOT RMV
“Assumption has been a defining experience in my life! As a designer, it's important to have a well-rounded foundation to connect and work with various clients. Assumption's liberal arts curriculum helped me take a variety of classes and provided a base of knowledge that can be applied to any project I work on.”
Cortney Stauffer
Graphic Design 2014
User Experience Design Consultant, Adaptive Financial Consulting; Elite Entertainment Productions, LLC, Co-Founder
“My experience at Assumption was very rewarding and has had a meaningful impact on my career today. When it comes to my photography, I think outside of the box and try to find ways to be more creative with my shots. I think back to how my professors pushed me to reach outside my comfort zone and try to find more creative and intriguing shots that help to tell a story. ”
Casey Ellms
Graphic Design 2018
Corporate Partnerships Coordinator, Kraft Sports + Entertainment
“Assumption gave me the opportunities and skills needed to get where I am now and to go even further. I took advantage of all my resources from my classes, internships, ACTV, and professors. With their help and support and through hard work, I was able to start my dream job working for an NFL team right out of school.”
Chantel James
Graphic Design 2015
Graphics Specialist & Marketing Assistant, A.C.T. Marketing and Business Solutions, Inc.
“Assumption has been the number one reason I continue to grow and succeed. I had the opportunity to obtain a wide range of experiences in visual arts, graphic design, and marketing.”
First-rate Academics in a Catholic University Setting
Assumption University awakens in students a sense of wonder, discovery, and purpose, forming graduates known for their intellectual seriousness, thoughtful citizenship, and devotion to the common good. Students are provided an education that shapes their souls, forms them intellectually, and prepares them for meaningful careers. Enlivened by the harmony of faith and reason, here, students’ minds and hearts are transformed.