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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…]

Announcing Insights Design Lecture Series 2022 February 10, 2022
New address for AIGA Minnesota August 27, 2021

Our new mailing address:
AIGA Minnesota
P.O. Box 18396
1600 18th Avenue NE
Minneapolis, MN 55418-4714 [read more…]

AIGA Minnesota Welcomes
New Board Members August 10, 2021

AIGA Minnesota is pleased to announce that a number of new members have been elected to serve on the organization’s board of directors, effective immediately. [read more…]

Remembering Dale K. Johnston June 21, 2021

AIGA Minnesota Fellow, Dale K. Johnston, passed away from this life on Sunday, June 13, 2021. Dale was one of the founders of the Minnesota Graphic Designers Association (MGDA) and served as president in 1982. MGDA became AIGA Minnesota in 1986. [read more…]

COVID-19 Update June 4, 2021

Ensuring the health and safety of the creative community is AIGA Minnesota’s highest priority. We will post the most up-to-date information here. [read more…]

Facet Design Conference—Call for Speakers: Expand the definitions of design February 21, 2021

AIGA MN is looking for speakers for an upcoming design conference on the expanding boundaries of design [read more…]

Announcing AIGA MN Spotlight Series February 18, 2021

The AIGA Minnesota Spotlight Series showcases the work of emerging designers pursuing employment in Minnesota. Anyone with 0-5 years of professional experience can submit work to be featured. This includes students, graduates, interns, recent hires, and people changing careers. [read more…]

AIGA Minnesota Welcomes
New Board Members January 31, 2021

AIGA Minnesota is pleased to announce that a number of new members have been elected to serve on the organization’s board of directors, effective immediately. [read more…]

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Emily McLaughlin
Emily McLaughlin
Director of Communications
Emily is a graphic designer and creative director based in Saint Paul, MN. She passionate about the potential for design to cultivate collaboration and cleave opportunities. As Communications Director of AIGA Minnesota, her emphasis is on supporting and engaging the design community while kindling new connections.