August 2020 Graduation Ceremonies for Various Degree Programs
A notable graduating class is preparing to leave their mark on the creative industry, showcasing advanced creative projects across various mediums at online visual arts colleges.
Christopher Spykes and Kyle Hogan are among the graduates earning an Undergraduate Certificate in Web Design, while Caroline Davidson, Diamond Bascus, Grace Holden, Holly Wagner, Janisha Dickerson, Megan Jolliff, Shelby Hogan, and others are earning an Undergraduate Certificate in Graphic Design.
Moreover, Casey Schanbeck, Darryl Buning, Lorenzo Thomas, Shannon Standridge, Travis Miller are graduating with an Undergraduate Certificate in Digital Photography, and Jared Matthews and Juan Parra are graduating with an Associate Degree in Illustration. April Savage, Bethany Hemesath, Maddie Vansoest are graduating with an Associate Degree in Graphic Design, and Kristy Nilsson is earning an Undergraduate Certificate in Advertising Design. Adrian Cone, Jonathan LeBlanc, Kate Somes, Kristofer James are also graduating with an Undergraduate Certificate in Illustration.
The graduates' achievements include the successful completion of senior capstone projects and exhibitions demonstrating conceptual depth and diverse media practices. For instance, the University of Mount Saint Vincent’s 2025 graduating art students presented Multimedia Mayhem, a capstone exhibition featuring projects that explored themes like cultural identity, psychological introspection, and urban studies through photography, film, mixed media, painting, and digital design.
Future plans and preparation for careers emphasise practical experience, leadership, and advanced technical skills, particularly with AI integration as a competitive advantage. Nōssi College of Art & Design graduates are trained to use AI tools creatively and lead AI adoption in workplaces, blending traditional mastery and innovative technology to excel professionally in graphic design, illustration, photography, and related fields.
Other programs, like the University of Kentucky’s Digital Media Design degree, focus on equipping students with skills in graphic design, web development, UX design, animation, and digital content creation, preparing them for dynamic creative careers in digital marketing, multimedia production, and web design with hands-on, faculty-led training and exhibition opportunities. Similarly, Ringling College offers a flexible Visual Studies major supporting interdisciplinary studio and critical thinking skills for broad artistic and design applications.
In summary, these preparations position graduates to thrive in evolving creative industries by combining artistic vision with technical innovation and leadership. Our institution, a fully online college of visual arts dedicated to offering the highest quality art/design education available online, is proud to support these talented individuals as they embark on their creative careers.
For more information about Degree Programs and Undergraduate Certificates at our institution, please visit our website.
The graduating class, including Christopher Spykes, Kyle Hogan, and others, are earning Undergraduate Certificates in Graphic Design, showcasing their skills in education-and-self-development. Moreover, they are preparing for online-education and learning opportunities, emphasizing practical experience and AI integration to excel in the graphic design industry.
