Education

Want to join 500+ vibrant AIGA Minnesota student members and an equally diverse design education membership? Then this is the committee for you. AIGA Minnesota represents OVER 42 student communities!

The Education Committee oversee the chapter’s education activities, by developing and nurturing relationships between AIGA Minnesota and regional educators, schools, student groups and students. This committee acts as an advisor to and liaison between the chapter board, educators and students to ensure that chapter activities address critical education issues and student needs. The Director of Education and Associate Director of Student Affairs works to ensure that AIGA Minnesota’s education objectives are aligned with AIGA national initiatives as well as our chapter’s purpose statement.

Each year the Education Committee offers “Why Join” meetings for any school. Contact us to schedule a visit.

Also stay connected by joining our group on Facebook to get information on upcoming events: www.facebook.com/groups/AIGAMNStudents/

Recent News

AIGA MN Fellows Invite You to Participate in a Community Survey June 10, 2025

We’re exploring the idea of renewing the AIGA Minnesota Fellows Award — a program that honors designers who’ve made lasting contributions to our local design community. As we think about what this could (and should) look like for today’s generation of designers, we’d love your input.

Please use the link below to access the survey, which should take just a few minutes to complete. We are seeking your response by July 1, with plans to develop a program for implementation in 2026.

All are encouraged to submit ideas! [read more…]

Interview with Dr. Prasad Boradkar, the New Dean of the College of Design November 17, 2023

Congratulations to Dr. Prasad Boradkar on being selected as the new dean of the College of Design. Dr. Boradkar's leadership promises innovation, interdisciplinary collaboration, and a vision that unites academia and industry, signaling an exciting chapter ahead for the College of Design. [read more…]

Patrick Redmond selected as the Art Educators of Minnesota (AEM) 2023 Emeritus Art Educator of the Year. October 20, 2023

AIGA Minnesota Fellow, Peter Seitz passed away on Thursday, September 21, 2023. Peter was one of the founders of the Minnesota Graphic Designers Association (MGDA) and served a term as president. MGDA became AIGA Minnesota in 1986 and Peter was the recipient of the first AIGA Minnesota Fellow Award. [read more…]

Remembering Peter Seitz September 28, 2023

AIGA Minnesota Fellow, Peter Seitz passed away on Thursday, September 21, 2023. Peter was one of the founders of the Minnesota Graphic Designers Association (MGDA) and served a term as president. MGDA became AIGA Minnesota in 1986 and Peter was the recipient of the first AIGA Minnesota Fellow Award. [read more…]