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“I’m a designer. I know what I’m capable of, and I know what I can be capable of.”
This third installment of Crit Happens tackles the efficiency of design. Getting stuck on a project is an inevitable part of every student’s workflow. It’s a good thing being a design student is more than a major, it’s a mindset. 🧠❗
🎙️: Meg (first-year, GXD) and Taylor (sophomore, GXD).
“I’m a designer. I know what I’m capable of, and I know what I can be capable of.”
This third installment of Crit Happens tackles the efficiency of design. Getting stuck on a project is an inevitable part of every student’s workflow. It’s a good thing being a design student is more than a major, it’s a mindset. 🧠❗
🎙️: Meg (first-year, GXD) and Taylor (sophomore, GXD).
💡 Design isn’t just about what you create. It’s about how you think.
Alumnus Will Hall [Graphic Design ‘04] knows firsthand that a degree isn’t just about landing a job - it’s about preparing for a future that’s always evolving.
On March 26, invest in creativity, innovation and the power of design to shape what’s next. Visit the link in our bio to make your statement by #GivingPack to the College of Design.
💡 Design isn’t just about what you create. It’s about how you think.
Alumnus Will Hall [Graphic Design ‘04] knows firsthand that a degree isn’t just about landing a job - it’s about preparing for a future that’s always evolving.
On March 26, invest in creativity, innovation and the power of design to shape what’s next. Visit the link in our bio to make your statement by #GivingPack to the College of Design.
And today’s category is: Spring Eleganza Extravaganza ✨🌸
The ❤️ at the center of every design.
Welcome back to Crit Happens! This time, Meg and Taylor discuss the professors setting them up for success in the classroom. Design isn’t just about thinking outside the box; it’s about redesigning it.
🎙️: Meg (first-year, GXD) and Taylor (sophomore, GXD).
The ❤️ at the center of every design.
Welcome back to Crit Happens! This time, Meg and Taylor discuss the professors setting them up for success in the classroom. Design isn’t just about thinking outside the box; it’s about redesigning it.
🎙️: Meg (first-year, GXD) and Taylor (sophomore, GXD).
Sometimes, Crit Happens. 🤷
Welcome to the new series where @NCStateDesign students talk about their hot takes and honest experiences in the College of Design. This week, Meg and Taylor talk about adapting to critiques and navigating the unique learning environment.
Sometimes, Crit Happens. 🤷
Welcome to the new series where @NCStateDesign students talk about their hot takes and honest experiences in the College of Design. This week, Meg and Taylor talk about adapting to critiques and navigating the unique learning environment.
“Ponte las pilas.” ⚡ In Spanish, it means “Put your batteries in.” Figuratively? “Get to it.”
For Graphic & Experience Design student Chelsy Posadas Inestroza, these words are more than a saying - they’re a way of life. As a first-generation Honduran-American college student, Chelsy has faced challenges that could have kept her from pursuing higher education. But she refused to let a statistic define her future. With perseverance, talent and the support of scholarships, she’s designing her own path forward.
This is what #GivingPack makes possible. When you give on Day of Giving, you`re helping students like Chelsy access the resources they need to thrive - breaking barriers, creating change and shaping the future of design.
Every gift, no matter the size, fuels opportunity. Join us in bridging the gap and investing in the next generation of designers and problem-solvers. Your support today powers a lifetime of impact. Tap the link in our bio to make your plan for Day of Giving on 3.26.25. 🐺🤘
“Ponte las pilas.” ⚡ In Spanish, it means “Put your batteries in.” Figuratively? “Get to it.”
For Graphic & Experience Design student Chelsy Posadas Inestroza, these words are more than a saying - they’re a way of life. As a first-generation Honduran-American college student, Chelsy has faced challenges that could have kept her from pursuing higher education. But she refused to let a statistic define her future. With perseverance, talent and the support of scholarships, she’s designing her own path forward.
This is what #GivingPack makes possible. When you give on Day of Giving, you`re helping students like Chelsy access the resources they need to thrive - breaking barriers, creating change and shaping the future of design.
Every gift, no matter the size, fuels opportunity. Join us in bridging the gap and investing in the next generation of designers and problem-solvers. Your support today powers a lifetime of impact. Tap the link in our bio to make your plan for Day of Giving on 3.26.25. 🐺🤘
Spring break was a vibe, but getting back into the grind can feel overwhelming. 🫣😮💨
When stress hits, try the 5-4-3-2-1 grounding technique to re-center yourself:
👀 Name 5 things you see
✋ Touch 4 things around you
🎧 Listen for 3 sounds
👃 Notice 2 smells
👅 Recognize 1 thing you can taste
It`s a quick and easy way to calm anxiety and refocus during the design process. Save this for when you need it!
Spring break was a vibe, but getting back into the grind can feel overwhelming. 🫣😮💨
When stress hits, try the 5-4-3-2-1 grounding technique to re-center yourself:
👀 Name 5 things you see
✋ Touch 4 things around you
🎧 Listen for 3 sounds
👃 Notice 2 smells
👅 Recognize 1 thing you can taste
It`s a quick and easy way to calm anxiety and refocus during the design process. Save this for when you need it!
🚀 Give the College of Design at NC State a head start for #GivingPack!
Complete simple actions like watching our teaser video or following @ncstate on social media to earn entries in our Head Start challenge.
The more actions you complete, the better your chances!
🎯 Three winners will be randomly selected to award $1,000 in bonus funds to the college, program, or unit of their choice.
➡️ Start earning entries now by tapping the #GivingPack Head Start Challenge link in our bio!
🚀 Give the College of Design at NC State a head start for #GivingPack!
Complete simple actions like watching our teaser video or following @ncstate on social media to earn entries in our Head Start challenge.
The more actions you complete, the better your chances!
🎯 Three winners will be randomly selected to award $1,000 in bonus funds to the college, program, or unit of their choice.
➡️ Start earning entries now by tapping the #GivingPack Head Start Challenge link in our bio!
Spring break mode: ON. ✌️ Got some downtime? Perfect time to submit your work!
Architecture students Brandon Rumley and Alex Catalano’s Stone House Research Center reinterprets the historic homes of @dixpark, balancing past and future through massing, materiality and spatial organization. Their design honors the site’s rich history while embracing its evolution.
Want to see your work featured in Designlife Magazine and on our socials? Use this break to show us what you’ve been working on! Tap the link in our bio to submit.
Spring break mode: ON. ✌️ Got some downtime? Perfect time to submit your work!
Architecture students Brandon Rumley and Alex Catalano’s Stone House Research Center reinterprets the historic homes of @dixpark, balancing past and future through massing, materiality and spatial organization. Their design honors the site’s rich history while embracing its evolution.
Want to see your work featured in Designlife Magazine and on our socials? Use this break to show us what you’ve been working on! Tap the link in our bio to submit.
Proud to be a part of this history. Happy 138th, @ncstate. 🎉❤️
Bold design is inspired by passion. Great design education is fueled by you. 🐺🔥
Help our students and faculty produce impactful solutions for the world’s greatest challenges. Join us on March 26 for Day of Giving - a 24-hour campaign to help design education thrive at @ncstate.
By #GivingPack you are helping students:
🎓 Accelerate their academic careers through
scholarships.
🤝 Connect, network and succeed with professionals in the greater design community.
🛠 Access the tools and materials necessary to
thrive across disciplines.
🗓 Mark your calendars for 3.26.25, and visit the link in our bio to plan your impact on design education.
Bold design is inspired by passion. Great design education is fueled by you. 🐺🔥
Help our students and faculty produce impactful solutions for the world’s greatest challenges. Join us on March 26 for Day of Giving - a 24-hour campaign to help design education thrive at @ncstate.
By #GivingPack you are helping students:
🎓 Accelerate their academic careers through
scholarships.
🤝 Connect, network and succeed with professionals in the greater design community.
🛠 Access the tools and materials necessary to
thrive across disciplines.
🗓 Mark your calendars for 3.26.25, and visit the link in our bio to plan your impact on design education.
The sun might set on Brooks Hall, but great design shines eternal. ❤️🌅
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