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CCS Student Reden Lee Wins 2026 Detroit Grand Prix Poster Competition
CCS student Reden Lee has been named the winner of the 2026 Detroit Grand Prix Poster Competition. Discover the inspiration behind the winning design and the annual CCS partnership.
CCS Students Win in Multiple Categories of the 15th Annual World of Warcraft Student Art Contest
Celebrate the success of CCS students in the 15th Annual World of Warcraft Student Art Contest, with winners and runners-up in Environment Art and Character Art categories.
“Got Something to Say?” – Changemaking Alumni in Politics
Discover how College for Creative Studies alumni are using design, photography, and illustration to shape public policy and community engagement. From “Governor Barbie” to “Get Out the Vote” murals, see how creative skills drive real-world change in government and advocacy.
Linda Dresner – In Memoriam
The College for Creative Studies Mourns the Loss of Board of Trustees Member and Detroit Fashion Legend, Linda Dresner. Linda passed away on March 30, 2026.
CCS Alumni Exhibition Opens as NCECA Holds First-Ever Detroit Conference
Visit ‘Echoes: CCS Alumni Voices in Clay’ at Charach Family Galleries, Detroit. This exhibition features five decades of CCS ceramics alumni, including Laith Karmo and Hayden Allison Richer, on view March 20 – April 18, 2026, during the first-ever NCECA conference in Detroit.
CCS Earns 2026-2027 Military Friendly Schools® Designation
CCS announced today that it has earned the 2026-2027 Military Friendly® Schools Designation recognized as a Silver School and a Spouse Friendly School.
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CCS Student Reden Lee Wins 2026 Detroit Grand Prix Poster Competition
CCS student Reden Lee has been named the winner of the 2026 Detroit Grand Prix Poster Competition. Discover the inspiration behind the winning design and the annual CCS partnership.
CCS Students Win in Multiple Categories of the 15th Annual World of Warcraft Student Art Contest
Celebrate the success of CCS students in the 15th Annual World of Warcraft Student Art Contest, with winners and runners-up in Environment Art and Character Art categories.
CCS Graduate Student Kirtish Gaood Takes 2nd Place in BRP International Design Challenge
CCS graduate student Kirtish Gaood wins 2nd place in the BRP International Design Challenge with his “Sherpa” concept for emergency response and mudslide relief.
Lauren Hart ’09 Crafts – Fiber Design Shares Her Story in Voyage LA Magazine
From Fiber Design at CCS to the high-stakes world of LA fashion, Lauren Hart ’09 has navigated a decade of creative evolution. Read her full interview with Voyage LA on building a career in technical design, embracing freelance life, and the power of lifelong learning.
Max Beach ’96 Debuts New Design Podcast Featuring Fellow CCS Alumni
Industrial Design alum Max Beach launches Questions for Designers (Q4D), a podcast examining the ideas behind creative work today. The podcast features conversations with designers, including fellow CCS alum Fernando Del Rosario ’96, Graphic Design.
CCS Summer Camps make Detroit’s Top Camps List by Metro Parent
Metro Parent has recognized the College for Creative Studies in its annual roundup of the best summer camps in Southeast Michigan. Highlighted for its vibrant environment and expert instruction, CCS offers young artists ages 8–18 the chance to explore specialized tracks like animation, fashion design, and game design in the heart of Detroit.
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The spot for the inside scoop on CCS. Get to know the community, vibrant Detroit Arts scene, and how our students are designing the future.
Major Insights: Fashion Business Management
Fashion Business Management at CCS is a three-year, 90-credit Bachelor of Arts degree that blends business strategy, marketing, brand development and trend forecasting within a creative art and design environment.
In this video, Aki Choklat, Chair of Fashion Business Management and Fashion Design, along with faculty member Monika Sinclair, share insights into the curriculum, industry partnerships and the career paths students are prepared for after graduation.
Beyond the Classroom: Student Life and Belonging at CCS
Starting college is about more than just classes—it’s about building a community, finding opportunities and making it feel like home. In this video, the Office of Student Engagement & Belonging guides you through everything you need to know about getting involved, finding support and making the most of your time at CCS.