CCAD Stories

Each year, CCAD recognizes some of our outstanding alumni with our Alumni Awards. And this year, we were aided in that process by our inaugural 12-member CCAD Alumni Advisory Board, who aided in selecting the winners from the pool of nominees submitted by our community members.

When it comes to making great comic books and graphic novels, there are few people who have accomplished more—or know the industry better—than Shelly Bond. Check out these expert tips from the master herself.

Yiffy Gu debuts at Target's Wondershop Artist Series, infusing her whimsical style into a holiday product line celebrating diversity.

Columbus College of Art & Design has released the 2023 President’s Report, providing a snapshot of college milestones from the past academic year along with transformational educational experiences happening on campus.

CCAD students and recent graduates, alongside the CCAD Student Agency, a student-staffed, in-house design agency, took home 17 awards at the 53rd annual Columbus Society of Communicating Arts Creative Best 2023 awards, including a number of “Best of Category” recognitions.

On November 17, 2023, the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) tallied and announced the results of Columbus College of Art & Design’s faculty unionization election.

In advance of their senior year, two CCAD students—James Flowers (Fine Arts, 2024) and Chloe Cao (Fine Arts, 2024)—were selected to participate in well-respected art programs.

Capital University and Columbus College of Art & Design (CCAD) launch Institute for Creative Leadership at Work, offering custom training and certificate programs integrating design and business expertise for organizational transformation in Columbus, Ohio. 

Tips and expert advice from CCAD's admissions director on making an art and design school portfolio that will strengthen your college application.

COLUMBUS, Ohio—Columbus College of Art & Design has launched Here for Change: A Campaign for The CCAD Way, a $20 million comprehensive campaign that will significantly support student scholarships, faculty excellence and student success, and campus enhancements.

On September 13, 2023, Columbus College of Art & Design full-time and adjunct faculty informed the college of their intention to unionize. The union representing them, Ohio Federation of Teachers, has filed a petition seeking an election to be administered by the National Labor Relations Board.

CCAD welcomes 9 new faculty, expands human-centered design education. Supported by JPMorgan Chase for diversity and inclusion initiatives.