Curated by program directors, this exhibition brings together a selection of exceptional student work from across UW–Stout’s nationally recognized Design Department. Representing both undergraduate and graduate programs, the show features a wide array of projects—including visual campaigns, garments, digital experiences, games, posters, and prototypes. A Year In Design reflects the depth of exploration and inventive thinking that defines design at UW–Stout, offering a glimpse into how students engage with ideas, materials, and emerging forms.
The Awards Ceremony will be held from 5:00–5:30 PM in the Atrium during Senior Show Night, celebrating outstanding student achievement in the School of Art & Design. Highlights include the announcement of the Noah Norton Portfolio Prize Endowed Fund, honoring the legacy of Industrial Design professor Noah Norton, and the reveal of the next two Bud & Betty Micheels Student Artists-in-Residence, who will receive funding, studio space, and yearlong exhibition opportunities. Additional recognitions include top project awards from A Year In Design, BFA Solo Show selections, and Curio Cabinet’s Best in Show and honorary mentions.
