Designing a Bright Future: Canon Solutions America Celebrates the University of Louisville Students’ Talents, Centered on World Design Day
29 Abril 2024 - 3:30PM
To help celebrate World Design Day and empower students, Canon
Solutions America, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Canon U.S.A.,
Inc., partnered with Hite Institute of Art + Design at the
University of Louisville (UofL).The World Design Day activities
were part of Canon Solutions America’s ongoing support of UofL
activities, including acting as the flagship sponsor of the
university’s Portfolio Day on April 26. The event offered
graduating seniors from the bachelor of fine arts (BFA) in graphic
design program a chance to put their work on display for the
collegiate community and the Louisville region. This also provided
a platform for the next generation of designers to network with
creative industry professionals.
“Empowering the next generation of artists is a pillar of
Canon’s corporate philosophy of Kyosei, and we are proud to
celebrate World Design Day with the incredible students and faculty
at the University of Louisville,” said Peter P. Kowalczuk,
president, Canon Solutions America. “By fostering a connection
between students and mentors, we aim to inspire young artists and
designers. This partnership underscores our commitment to provide
talented students with the tools and resources they need to succeed
in the world of design. We thank the team at the Hite Institute for
organizing such a wonderful event.”
Engaged learning experiences held in advance of Portfolio Day
included a series of workshops and activities. To help graduating
students refine their work, a team of graphic designers from Canon
provided mentorship training and portfolio advice. In addition,
Canon experts and executives led a virtual session to help junior
students hone their video and still photography skills. The team
also worked with the University of Louisville’s local Canon
Solutions America print shop leaders to teach students how to use
large-format printers, prepare their files, and select papers and
finishing options for their portfolio projects. In total, Canon
Solutions America orchestrated over eight hours of instruction for
the students to impart knowledge ahead of the event.
This year, 14 graphic design students will earn their BFA
degrees from the competitive, professional preparatory program,
culminating in the capstone Portfolio Day event. Students’
portfolios highlighted the diversity of the graphic design
discipline, with projects including visual identity systems,
packaging, UX/UI, websites, branding, and publications. The
students will receive their degrees at commencement ceremonies on
May 11; links to their online portfolios are available on the
Portfolio Day web page.
“Learning from the team at Canon Solutions America was
transformative for our students, providing valuable insights into
the professional landscape that awaits them post-graduation,” said
Gerry Bradley, executive vice president and provost at the
University of Louisville. “The mentorship and support from Canon
enriched our students’ understanding of successful design and
storytelling and provided them with crucial real-world
perspectives. Connecting students with industry professionals is a
critical component of their education; it equips them with
practical experiences and positions them for success as they pursue
careers in design.”
Each year, World Design Day recognizes the impact of the medium
on everyday life while celebrating the design aspects of
aesthetics, form, and function. It also emphasizes the importance
of advancing and empowering young artists worldwide in several
areas of design including visual communication, graphic design,
awareness, promotion, management, and training.
About Canon Solutions America, Inc.Canon Solutions
America, Inc. provides industry leading enterprise, production, and
large format printing solutions, supported by exceptional
professional service offerings. Canon Solutions America, Inc. helps
companies of all sizes discover ways to improve sustainability,
increase efficiency, and control costs in conjunction with high
volume, continuous feed, digital and traditional printing, and
document management solutions. A wholly owned subsidiary of Canon
U.S.A., Inc., Canon Solutions America, Inc. is headquartered in
Melville, NY and has sales and service locations across the U.S.
For more information on Canon Solutions America, please visit
csa.canon.com.
Brian Bohl
Canon Solutions America
5164088214
bbohl@cusa.canon.com
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