Graphic Design conveys visual information with meaning and significance. Using typography, illustration, symbolism, and photography, graphic designers communicate ideas in visual terms. At Saint Xavier University, development of a design vocabulary, knowledge of design history, theory, technique and practical application, and a philosophy of problem-solving methodologies make up the Graphic Design specialization. Studio projects stimulate creative exploration of concepts in both traditional and contemporary media, including experimental and production work on the computer.
Principally concerned with layout and production in past decades, the graphic designer is now concerned with more socially responsible communication. Student designers must become aware of “speaking” effectively for maximum outreach. The faculty aim to reinforce those traits needed for cooperation between the art and business worlds: communication skills, ethical standards, timeliness, and cost-effectiveness. The co-participation in Senior Seminar of Graphic Design and Studio Art students provides a valuable opportunity to discover common denominators in both fine and applied arts that the entire design curriculum promotes.