On Your Mark! Open Studio
On Your Mark! Open Studio April 21 from 6 - 7 p.m.
UIW’s School of Media and Design invites you to On Your Mark! Open Studios, an in-person tour of the university’s Bachelor of Fine Arts in Graphic Design design studios. Professors from our award-winning program will provide information about how to apply, the requirements to enter the program, the skills that you will develop and the opportunities that await you upon graduation.
Why Study Graphic Design at UIW?
Graphic design permeates the world around us. Even more than words, visual images communicate feelings, ideas and stories that resonate with viewers. In a world with so many different media competing for attention, graphic design allows one to convey a message quickly and effectively. Moreover, the ever-increasing presence of digital and social media means that visual imagery has become central to the marketing strategies of companies and organizations that need to connect to potential audiences.
The 120-hour program at UIW is the only four-year BFA in Graphic Design degree program in San Antonio. Thanks to state-of-the-art computer labs, an experienced faculty and a rigorous curriculum, students will develop a mastery of design and design principles — skills crucial in an expanding industry that continues to grow and evolve. Students will also graduate with an expansive portfolio that demonstrates the breadth and depth of their graphic design education, another crucial element for those seeking employment in a competitive field.
If you want to learn more about the graphic design industry, the Bachelor of Fine Arts of Graphic Design at UIW and our award-winning students, sign up for our On the Mark! Open Studio in-person tour below.