CCAD Stories

CCAD collaborated with 99P Labs to create "Meraki," a shared mobility vehicle prototype, focusing on millennials, older adults, and rideshare providers. Students logged 11,000+ design hours, developing research-driven, inclusive solutions that emphasize trust and dignity in autonomous transportation.

COLUMBUS, Ohio—Columbus College of Art & Design (CCAD) is pleased to announce the appointment of seven new trustees to its Board of Trustees and that Jeni Britton, Founder & Chief Creative Officer of Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams, will take the helm as Chair.

COLUMBUS, Ohio—How do we collectively reset ourselves after COVID-19’s dramatic and fatal strike across our worlds? How do we reassert our social selves? These are the main considerations of Beeler Gallery’s latest exhibition, Bianca Beck, Tamara Gonzales, Christina Forrer.

Andy Friz is an associate professor of Animation at Columbus College of Art & Design who maintains an active creative practice, including special effects work for the long-awaited Space Jam sequel, officially titled Space Jam: A New Legacy.

Ron Miller, a 1970 CCAD Illustration graduate, is an award-winning illustrator and author, known for his sci-fi and astronomical art. He works with NASA, National Geographic, and others. His latest book is "Natural Satellites: The Book of Moons."

In fall 2020, CCAD Film & Video students transformed two scripts from the Film Columbus Teen Screenwriting Competition into short films for their Collaborative Projects course.

Fashion Design student Ryder Teach found his fit at CCAD, fueled by creativity and community. Scholarships supported his journey, leading to an internship and dream job at Abercrombie & Fitch. Now, he's aiming for celebrity wardrobe design. His unique, celestial-inspired collection shines at the 2021 CCAD Fashion Show.

COLUMBUS, Ohio—Retail is not dead; it’s at a crossroads, and Columbus College of Art & Design (CCAD) plans to prepare leaders who can reenvision the industry’s future and solve some of its biggest challenges through a new graduate program.

The CCAD community will cheer on alum Dan Scanlon (Illustration, 1998) at the 93rd Academy Awards. Scanlon's "Onward" is nominated for Best Animated Feature.

Courtney DeYoung, a CCAD Fine Arts grad, creates hypoallergenic, hand-painted porcelain jewelry with whimsical and natural elements. Her pieces, priced $24-$140, feature florals, animals, and patterns. DeYoung, inspired by Scandinavian designs and cute animals, is a frequent vendor at CCAD's Art Fairs and will join the first CCAD Alumni Art & Design Market.

Ric Petry, CCAD's Professor Emeritus, will be honored with an honorary doctorate for his artistic achievements and transformative impact.

PJ Sedgwick, a CCAD alum, blends her design expertise with a passion for equestrianism, launching BOTORI, offering functional yet stylish apparel.