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I Believe You: Sexual Assault Awareness Month 2022 Katie Gaither – Director of Student Engagement Content Warning: sexual assault, sexual violence, rape What is Sexual Assault Awareness Month? In April 2022, we celebrate the 21st anniversary of the declaration...
Shifting Gears: How Women are Driving the Future of Movement
Changing the way we move, specifically in the automotive industry, is imperative to help reduce our carbon footprint and lessen the lasting effects of climate change. We need to rethink the way we use natural resources and the women coming out of CCS’ Transportation...
Glazed and Extruded: The Evolution of a Dynamic Career in Ceramics
When you walk into Next Step Studio & Gallery for the first time, it’s immediately evident that it is operated with an extreme sense of pride – from the meticulous curation of work, to the alluring gardens – there is intention behind every detail of this important...
CCS Craft & Material Studies Alumna on How to Succeed as a Female Entrepreneur

The Collabs: Female-Founded Brands Frances Valentine and Sea Star Beachwear Reunite for Capsule + More

The Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History and CCS Join Forces for d.Tree Studio
Two vital Detroit cultural institutions create new exhibit exploring design, sustainability, community vision, craft, and storytelling Exhibit open from March 19 to April 2, 2022 at CCS’ Center Galleries Over the course of two years, the Charles H. Wright Museum of...
Alumnus Set to Exhibit Metal Workings at the 40th Annual Smithsonian Craft Show
Graduate of the Craft and Material Studies program was accepted into the 2022 Smithsonian Craft Show, for the first time. Bryan Rees (‘21) was accepted into the prestigious Show for his metal work. Rees’ goal is to create three-dimensional objects that invite personal...
Kevin Beasley Creates an Installation That Will Continue To Bring A Community Together for Years To Come
Alum discusses his process and inspiration for an installation in the Lower Ninth Ward of New Orleans with CBS Saturday Morning. Kevin Beasley (‘07, Art Practice) was selected to create an installation for Prospect New Orleans, a contemporary art triennial that...
Celebrating Belonging Blog: Holi – the Festival of Colors
Holi, also known as the Festival of Color, is a Hindu holiday that originated in India, but is now celebrated all over the world. The festival calendar dates change year to year because it is based on the lunar calendar.
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