Graphic & Web Design Summer Academy

Jefferson’s Visual Communication Design Summer Academy is an immersive three-day experience that guides high school students interested in graphic and web design through the design process, from concept development to production. Participants will collaborate with our experienced faculty and current students to tackle a real-world design prompt.

The Academy unfolds in our VCD studios on the East Falls campus, providing students with access to industry-standard software, computers and cutting-edge prototyping equipment. Each day is structured to optimize learning, featuring project discussions, critiques, presentations by industry professionals, and skills labs. The academy concludes with a reception open to family and friends, where the final projects will be showcased.

Eligibility:
Open to high school students grade 10-12. We encourage anyone excited about art and design to apply.

Time + Dates:

• Wednesday, July 16th – Friday, July 18th, 2025
• 9:00am – 4:00pm Daily
  

Closing Reception and Student Work Showcase:
Friday, July 18, 2024 at 4:00PM
Kanbar Performance Space

Location:
Thomas Jefferson University, East Falls Campus
Hayward Hall, Room 104
4201 Henry Ave
Philadelphia, 19144
Campus Map here
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Registration & Fees:
Enrollment in this 3-day workshop is $300. If you require a payment plan, please contact Beth Shirrell, elizabeth.shirrell@jefferson.edu.

Refund Policy: Contact the organizer to request a refund. Eventbrite's fee is nonrefundable.

Lunch:
Lunch will be provided each day. Students are encouraged to bring a reusable water bottle, any personal snacks, or a brown-bagged lunch if they do not wish to partake in the provided lunch.

Materials: All necessary art supplies will be provided.

Questions? Contact Beth Shirrell at elizabeth.shirrell@jefferson.edu