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New MoMA Product: Modern Geometry Jewelry Stand by Nihaarika Arora ‘23

“ChatPoD” and Synthetic Podcasts: Recent Department Experiments with AI

Snapshots from E11VEN: Our 2024 Thesis Presentations!

New MoMA Product: An Interview with Designer-Alum Monica Albornoz

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Allan Chochinov 10/26/23 Allan Chochinov 10/26/23

How to Be the Designer Every Agency Wants to Hire

Helpful advice and insider intel on how to turn your design degree into a design job.

Taotao Holmes 10/24/23 Taotao Holmes 10/24/23

Faculty Member Hlynur Atlason on Winning the 2023 National Design Award

Atlason shares what it’s like earning the ultimate design accolade, along with insights on his design journey.

Allan Chochinov 10/19/23 Allan Chochinov 10/19/23

Is Design Grad School Worth It in 2024?

There are many professions where completing a degree is non-negotiable. While the creative design field isn't necessarily one of them, attempting to learn systems thinking, complex software, advanced skills, and new techniques on your own is certainly a challenge. Additionally, having a formal education under your belt puts you at a competitive advantage during your career search.

Allan Chochinov 10/11/23 Allan Chochinov 10/11/23

Open House Design Challenge! Win Airfare to NYC

Submit to our annual Open House Design Challenge for a chance to win a free trip to New York City, along with expert portfolio reviews and other surprises while you’re here!

Taotao Holmes 10/11/23 Taotao Holmes 10/11/23

New MoMA Product: An Interview with Designer-Alum Giancarlo Cipri

We sat down for a chat with Giancarlo Cipri, MFA PoD ’22, to learn more about the design behind his Perpetual Sliding Calendar, now available at the MoMA Design Store.

Allan Chochinov 9/28/23 Allan Chochinov 9/28/23

Grad School Preparation Checklist

Are you planning to pursue a graduate degree? Researching and choosing the best grad school and program is essential to expanding your knowledge and creating new possibilities for your future. To help you get started, we've compiled a checklist to guide you along the journey.

Allan Chochinov 9/27/23 Allan Chochinov 9/27/23

6 Tips for Choosing a Design Grad School

Pursuing a master’s in design can be a strategic move to learn more about a field that you’re passionate about. But you may be wondering how to start looking for a master's program that's right for you. If you have been mulling over choosing the right grad school, we can help make this process easier with our five tips for choosing a design grad school.