Dan Long Reflects on Evolving the Student Experience, Student Advocacy and Becoming AVP for Campus Life
From coordinator to AVP, Dan Long reflects on his 20-year journey at CCS and his vision for building a holistic, supportive campus community.
Shannon McPartlon Named Assistant Vice President of Partnerships at College for Creative Studies
College for Creative Studies names longtime leader Shannon McPartlon as Assistant Vice President of Partnerships to head its expanded office.
CCS Announces New Endowed Chair in Studio Art & Craft
CCS alumna and Trustee Molly Valade and her husband Mark Valade established the Valade Family Endowed Chair in Studio Art & Craft.
CCS Announces Esteemed Group of Honorary Degree Recipients
The College for Creative Studies announces its 2026 honorary degree recipients: Dustin Yellin, Moray Callum, Lynn Alandt, and Paul Mobley. Learn more here.
College for Creative Studies Presented The Show 2026 at Somerset Collection
Explore the emerging talent of the College for Creative Studies (CCS) Fashion Design Program. Discover how students at The Show 2026 at Somerset Collection pushed the boundaries of style through their “Future Fantastic” collections, blending traditional craftsmanship with advanced fabrication. Read about the innovative apparel and accessory designs from this year’s CCS Fashion Show.
College for Creative Studies Appoints Allison J. Puff as Next Provost
The College for Creative Studies names Allison J. Puff as Provost and VP for Academic Affairs. Learn about her record of leadership and vision for CCS Detroit.
College for Creative Studies Unveils Winter 2026 Programming Exploring Sustainable Design and Material Innovation
Seven events bring together global voices and emerging talent to examine design’s impact on people, products, and the planet.
College for Creative Studies Launches New Online and Part-Time Graduate Academic Programs
The College for Creative Studies expands its User Experience and Color & Materials Design programs to include the College’s first online and part-time graduate programs, better serving designers seeking opportunities in this growing field.
CCS Launches Apple Foundation Program, Free Coding Courses for Detroiters
The College for Creative Studies (CCS) is excited to launch the Apple Foundation Program, a free app development program coming to the College’s A. Alfred Taubman Center for Design Education in collaboration with Apple.
Gilbert Family Foundation Doubles Scholarship Commitment to $2 Million in Support of Detroit Students Attending College for Creative Studies
Two CCS students from Detroit will be awarded $50,000 scholarships annually, distributed over four years. Gilbert Family Foundation also announced scholarship support for pre-college summer workshops and completion scholarships aimed at retaining students.
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