Design speaks when words fall short. This student showcase highlights fresh voices in graphic design—clear, clever, and compelling. Each project reflects a thoughtful balance of form and function, proving that simplicity can be powerful. From striking visuals to subtle details, these emerging designers show how less truly becomes more—and why design matters more than ever.

FRIDAY-MAY 16TH

TWENTY-TWENTY-FIVE

AT 754 S WABASH AVE

CHICAGO, IL

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THE STUDENT CENTER

MANIFEST 2025

Columbia College Chicago’s Graphic Design program, part of the School of Design, empowers students to become bold visual storytellers and design thinkers. With a focus on creativity, collaboration, and real-world experience, students explore branding, typography, UX/UI, and motion. The program nurtures innovative, socially conscious designers ready to shape the future of visual communication.