Technology
The graphic design classrooms and production labs are housed in dedicated facilities in the Barry Arts Building. Our classrooms and labs provide access to state of the art tools and processes for producing work. The graphic design computer lab is equipped with Apple computers and industry standard software for print and digital production.
Upon completion of GDES 365 Basic Typography, students are required to purchase a Mac or PC laptop for upper level coursework. Educational discounts are available.
Required Equipment:
- Change to "Minimum 13" Mac or PC laptop capable of runningÌý
Recommended Equipment:
- External USB-C hard drive
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PC vs Mac
Macs are still the industry standard in the graphic design profession. An additional concern for students in the program is compatibility and workflow. All the external services and resources in the classrooms utilize the MacOS system. Students with a PC may encounter an additional layer of complication in their workflow. Finally, neither the graphic design faculty or staff offer support for PCs.
Professional and Student Organizations
The Graphic Design Club is a student group at Old à£à£Ö±²¥Ðã University created to build a strong sense of community on campus by hosting presentations, workshops and field trips related to the design profession. The club also connects graphic design students with the local design community by networking with professional organizations like AIGA Hampton Roads, AAF Hampton Roads, and the Richmond Ad Club. The Graphic Design Club is open to all graphic design majors and alumni and does not require membership. For updates on upcoming events, join the Facebook group page or follow us on Instagram.
- Graphic Design Club Facebook Page:Ìý
- GD ODU + GDC ODU Instagram:Ìý
- AIGA HR:Ìý
Professional Development
The graphic design program maintains an active schedule of visiting designers, exhibitions, and workshops to enhance students' educational experience. From visiting designers, students have the opportunity to learn formally and informally from a variety of local, national, and internationally-recognized figures in contemporary design.
Links & Resources
AIGA | The Professional Organization for Design
AIGA | Hampton Roads
AIGA | Richmond
AIGA | DC
AIGA | Raleigh
UCDA | University & College Designers Association
Art Director's Club
Type Director's Club
The Society of Publication Design
Graphic Artist Guild
Icograda
Richmond Ad Club
American Advertising Federation
The Interaction Design Association
Creativity Online
Design is History
How Design
Print Magazine
Graphis
Graphic Design USA
Communication Arts
Eye | The International Review of Graphic Design
Baseline Magazine
Design Observer
Under Consideration
Creative Mornings
The Dieline
Logo Design Love
Logo Lounge
Smashing Magazine
Design Milk
Ad Busters
Creative Quarterly
Dexigner
Brand New
Design Matters
Scratching the Surface
LinkedIn Learning
Adobe Tutorials
PS Hero
InDesign Secrets
W3 Schools
Vector Tuts+
Method & Craft
Skillshare
The Book Cover Archive
CSA Images
CSA Flat File
Designers Toolbox
Designspiration
Library of Congress
You Work For Them
Veer
Lost & Taken
The Noun Project
Gig Posters
Yee-Haw Industries
Heart Agency
Society of Illustrators
Type Hoarder
Marian Bantjes
Illustration Mundo
Creative Hotlist
The Creative Finder
AIGA: Design Job
Indeed
SPD: Job Board
ADC Global: Jobs
Design Observer: Jobs
Smashing Magazine: Jobs
DSVC Job List
UCDA Job List