Graphic Design & Art

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Graphic Design (B.S.)

Theory meets application in this hands-on program where you'll craft a stand apart portfolio and lay the framework for a successful design career. 

Advertising Art (A.A.A.)

This two-year program builds strong foundational design skills and proficiency in graphic design for print and interactive media. 

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Pair a minor with any bachelor's degree, or an immersion with any bachelor's or associate's degree.

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09.17.2024

‘Life of Brian’ comes ‘Full Circle’

Illustrator Brian Lutz returned to his alma mater for two days of inspirational exchanges. The 2008 advertising art grad engaged students in hands-on work in two Illustration classes, delivered a public lecture in Penn’s Inn and answered questions during a reception in The Gallery at Penn College, where his “Full Circle” exhibit in on display through Oct. 4. It was in the gallery and his classes that Lutz was first inspired to pursue a career in illustration, so the exhibit’s title is an apt description.

09.06.2024

Open invitation: Tuesday talks by alumnus, illustrator

The Gallery at Penn College reminds the campus community and public of two opportunities to hear from accomplished illustrator Brian Lutz, a Penn College advertising art graduate. On Tuesday, Sept. 10, Lutz will deliver a 3:30 p.m. lecture in Penn’s Inn, on the second floor of the Bush Campus Center, and a 5:30 p.m. artist's talk in the gallery, on the third floor of The Madigan Library. The gallery talk will occur during a reception (set for 5 to 6 p.m.) celebrating Lutz's "Full Circle" exhibit.

08.21.2024

Alumnus comes ‘Full Circle’ with exhibit at Penn College gallery

Pennsylvania College of Technology alumnus and illustrator Brian Lutz is coming full circle, opening the 2024-25 season at The Gallery at Penn College. The artist’s “Full Circle” exhibit, illustrating his professional journey, runs through Oct. 4. On Tuesday, Sept. 10, Lutz will speak at a 3:30 p.m. lecture in Penn’s Inn and a 5 p.m. reception in the gallery. He will also engage with students and faculty in two Illustration classes.