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»Events and Exhibits

Experiences that Inspire

Throughout the year, our design program hosts a dynamic range of events and exhibitions that celebrate student work, foster industry connections, and spark creative dialogue. From professional design symposiums and guest lectures to student showcases and gallery exhibitions, these experiences enrich your learning and help you build community both inside and beyond the classroom.

Margo Pawell Design Symposium

The Margo Pawell Symposium brings leading designers to Chapman to explore contemporary topics in design. Named in honor of alum Margo Pawell, whose creativity, leadership, and dedication continue to inspire, the symposium gives you the chance to learn from industry experts, connect with professionals, and be inspired by some of today’s most influential designers—including Debbie Millman, David Turner, Stefan Mumaw, Von Glitschka, Stephen Coles, Michael Stinson, Armin Vit, and Ed Fella.

Margo Pawell Design Symposium

The Margo Pawell Symposium brings leading designers to Chapman to explore contemporary topics in design. Named in honor of alum Margo Pawell, whose creativity, leadership, and dedication continue to inspire, the symposium gives you the chance to learn from industry experts, connect with professionals, and be inspired by some of today’s most influential designers—including Debbie Millman, David Turner, Stefan Mumaw, Von Glitschka, Stephen Coles, Michael Stinson, Armin Vit, and Ed Fella.

Margo Pawell Design Symposium

The Margo Pawell Symposium brings leading designers to Chapman to explore contemporary topics in design. Named in honor of alum Margo Pawell, whose creativity, leadership, and dedication continue to inspire, the symposium gives you the chance to learn from industry experts, connect with professionals, and be inspired by some of today’s most influential designers—including Debbie Millman, David Turner, Stefan Mumaw, Von Glitschka, Stephen Coles, Michael Stinson, Armin Vit, and Ed Fella.

Margo Pawell Design Symposium

The Margo Pawell Symposium brings leading designers to Chapman to explore contemporary topics in design. Named in honor of alum Margo Pawell, whose creativity, leadership, and dedication continue to inspire, the symposium gives you the chance to learn from industry experts, connect with professionals, and be inspired by some of today’s most influential designers—including Debbie Millman, David Turner, Stefan Mumaw, Von Glitschka, Stephen Coles, Michael Stinson, Armin Vit, and Ed Fella.

Margo Pawell Design Symposium

The Margo Pawell Symposium brings leading designers to Chapman to explore contemporary topics in design. Named in honor of alum Margo Pawell, whose creativity, leadership, and dedication continue to inspire, the symposium gives you the chance to learn from industry experts, connect with professionals, and be inspired by some of today’s most influential designers—including Debbie Millman, David Turner, Stefan Mumaw, Von Glitschka, Stephen Coles, Michael Stinson, Armin Vit, and Ed Fella.

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2025

Debbie Millman: Made to Create

Designer, author, educator, curator, and the host of Design Matters, one of the world’s first and longest-running podcasts.
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2024

Designing Beyond Boundaries

How your passion and values can be part of your design practice.
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2023

Forging Design Directions Alumni Extravaganza
Gretchen Grage '17, Eric Stigna '18, Jasmine Smith '20, Spencer Wierwille '15, Julia Lambright '17
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Event video

2022

Panel-Palooza Alumni Extravaganza
Michele Jonas, Brooke Brisbois, Kathryn Ferons, Taylor Cole-White, Katie Bailie
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2020

Dawn to Dark Design
Stefan Mumaw, Steve Gordon Jr., Darcy Hinrichs, David Turner
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Event video (Password: Chapman)

2019

Brand New: Designing a Brand in the Social Era
Stefan Mumaw, Von Glitschka, Meena Kothandaraman, Tug McTighe
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2018

Design for Emotion
Stefan Mumaw, Karen Faith, Jim Krause, David Turner
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2017

From Story to Reality: Exhibition Design
Douglas Young, Steve Riches, Scott Savage, Anthony Zorrilla, Dave Fisher
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2016

Quantity and Quality: The Challenge of Choosing Type Today
Stephen Coles, Michael Stinson, Greg Lindy
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2014

Design Symposium: Innovation and Design Thinking
Neil Brooker, William England, Farzad Varahramyan, Richard Matthew
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2013

Design Symposium: The Branding Issue
Armin Vit, Ron Leland, Greg Nugent, Niklas Myhr
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Portfolio Proficiencies

From your sophomore through senior year, faculty will provide you with feedback through the Portfolio Proficiency Exhibition—helping you refine your work and grow as a designer.

Portfolio Proficiencies

From your sophomore through senior year, faculty will provide you with feedback through the Portfolio Proficiency Exhibition—helping you refine your work and grow as a designer.

Portfolio Proficiencies

From your sophomore through senior year, faculty will provide you with feedback through the Portfolio Proficiency Exhibition—helping you refine your work and grow as a designer.

Portfolio Proficiencies

From your sophomore through senior year, faculty will provide you with feedback through the Portfolio Proficiency Exhibition—helping you refine your work and grow as a designer.

Portfolio Proficiencies

From your sophomore through senior year, faculty will provide you with feedback through the Portfolio Proficiency Exhibition—helping you refine your work and grow as a designer.

Portfolio Proficiencies

From your sophomore through senior year, faculty will provide you with feedback through the Portfolio Proficiency Exhibition—helping you refine your work and grow as a designer.

Portfolio Proficiencies

From your sophomore through senior year, faculty will provide you with feedback through the Portfolio Proficiency Exhibition—helping you refine your work and grow as a designer.

Portfolio Proficiencies

From your sophomore through senior year, faculty will provide you with feedback through the Portfolio Proficiency Exhibition—helping you refine your work and grow as a designer.

Portfolio Proficiencies

From your sophomore through senior year, faculty will provide you with feedback through the Portfolio Proficiency Exhibition—helping you refine your work and grow as a designer.

Portfolio Proficiencies

From your sophomore through senior year, faculty will provide you with feedback through the Portfolio Proficiency Exhibition—helping you refine your work and grow as a designer.

Portfolio Proficiencies

From your sophomore through senior year, faculty will provide you with feedback through the Portfolio Proficiency Exhibition—helping you refine your work and grow as a designer.

Orange County Portfolio Review

Since 2003, the Graphic Design program has hosted the annual OC Portfolio Review, giving you the chance to connect with the local design community, start building your professional network, and sharpen your presentation skills. You’ll gain access to resources and opportunities that give you the experience, guidance, and connections to step confidently into your design career.

Orange County Portfolio Review

Since 2003, the Graphic Design program has hosted the annual OC Portfolio Review, giving you the chance to connect with the local design community, start building your professional network, and sharpen your presentation skills. You’ll gain access to resources and opportunities that give you the experience, guidance, and connections to step confidently into your design career.

Orange County Portfolio Review

Since 2003, the Graphic Design program has hosted the annual OC Portfolio Review, giving you the chance to connect with the local design community, start building your professional network, and sharpen your presentation skills. You’ll gain access to resources and opportunities that give you the experience, guidance, and connections to step confidently into your design career.

Orange County Portfolio Review

Since 2003, the Graphic Design program has hosted the annual OC Portfolio Review, giving you the chance to connect with the local design community, start building your professional network, and sharpen your presentation skills. You’ll gain access to resources and opportunities that give you the experience, guidance, and connections to step confidently into your design career.

Orange County Portfolio Review

Since 2003, the Graphic Design program has hosted the annual OC Portfolio Review, giving you the chance to connect with the local design community, start building your professional network, and sharpen your presentation skills. You’ll gain access to resources and opportunities that give you the experience, guidance, and connections to step confidently into your design career.

Orange County Portfolio Review

Since 2003, the Graphic Design program has hosted the annual OC Portfolio Review, giving you the chance to connect with the local design community, start building your professional network, and sharpen your presentation skills. You’ll gain access to resources and opportunities that give you the experience, guidance, and connections to step confidently into your design career.

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