Institutional News

CCAD’s Creative Pathway program covers tuition costs for eligible Franklin and Delaware county students, expanding affordable access to a top-tier art and design education in central Ohio.

With CFA’s new fashion innovation center next to campus, CCAD students and community creatives gain more resources, mentorship, and opportunities to launch careers in fashion.

CCAD announces leadership updates to its Board of Trustees, including the appointment of architect Michael Bongiorno as Chair and seven new trustees whose diverse expertise will help shape the college’s future.

As the 2024–2025 academic year comes to a close, we’re proud to celebrate a remarkable group of graduating students whose talent, drive, and creativity exemplify the very best of CCAD.

Experience tomorrow's fashion today at CCAD’s annual 2025 Fashion Show, where graduating seniors debut bold, innovative collections. Learn about this year’s designers, their inspirations, and what to expect on the runway.

As Tom Katzenmeyer, President and CEO of Greater Columbus Arts Council, prepares for retirement, he reflects on his time at the helm of the organization and what it means to be honored with CCAD’s Denny Griffith Award.

CCAD is defined by the power of collaboration; in our classrooms, with our partners, and across our community. Learn how your support fuels the next generation of creative leaders.

Mission-driven media company Aha Media and CCAD have partnered to develop coursework that prepares students for creative careers. Students collaborate with animation studio professionals, providing real production support on a film and earning production credit. This hands-on experience equips students with skills necessary for creative careers.

Marking one of the largest individual public capital grants in the college’s history, the funding supports the creation of community green space and other public amenities on the site of the forthcoming Center for Creative Collaboration.

Chair of Animation Charlotte Belland celebrates Pride Month via Pets Together, an exhibition highlighting Columbus LGBTQ+ people and allies and their pets.

Emerging student designers will bring fresh fashion takes to the runway at the 2024 Columbus College of Art & Design Fashion Show on Thursday, May 9, at 8:00 p.m. at Kemba LIVE!

Andrew Levitt (a.k.a. Nina West), drag queen, actor, singer-songwriter, activist and children’s book author, will deliver the Commencement address at the 2024 Columbus College of Art & Design Commencement at 10 a.m. Saturday, May 11, at Wexner Center for the Arts’ Mershon Auditorium.