COMPASS Graphic Design Program

Graphic Design Summer Immersion Program

Tailored for aspiring young designers, this immersive, hands-on program covers essential design principles such as typography, color theory, experience design, branding, layout composition, and digital image manipulation. Participants gain proficiency in Adobe, the industry-standard software, honing their skills to create captivating visuals for print and digital platforms. Under expert guidance, attendees unlock their creative potential and acquire the tools needed for a successful graphic design career.

COMPASS 2025 will be held June 21-26, 2025.

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What You’ll Experience

Topics

Typography
Print Design
Experience design
Logo & Brand Design
UI/UX & Web Design
Image Creation

Hands-On Experience

Logo Design & Brand Experience
Smart Product & Experience Design
Animated Gifts & Adobe Photoshop
App creation, wireframing, testing and prototyping
Printing Techniques & more!

A Day in the Life

*Subject to Change

8:00-9:00am: Breakfast
9:00-10:15am: What is Experience Design?
10:15-10:30am: Break
10:30am-12:00pm: Product design exercise / game
12:00pm-1:00pm: Lunch
1:00-2:30pm: Create your own smart product
2:30-5:30pm: Free time
5:30-6:30pm: Dinner
6:30-10:00pm: Evening activity
11:00pm: Lights out

Program Facilitators

Ashley Lippard, Assistant Professor of Visual Communication and Design
Graphic Design students

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Where You’ll Be

Montreat College is part of the Asheville area’s vibrant cultural life. Explore the countless outdoor activities that make Western NC an international destination for adventure seekers.

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Where You'll Stay

COMPASS attendees will stay in either Anderson Residence Hall or Howerton Residence Hall. Most rooms include two twin beds, two dressers, two desks, two chairs, two closets, one or two bookcases, and a private or shared restroom.