Digital poster advertising an art exhibition titled 'RESERVED: I Woke Up to a Dream' by Vincent 'Sniper' Frimpong, running from February 15 to March 22 at Curfman Gallery, featuring artwork with colorful, scratch-like patterns, with an opening reception on February 15 from 4 to 5:30 p.m., QR code, and logos of Colorado State University and the Lory Student Center Arts.
A black and white illustration of a bear with standing on its hind legs and holding a fish in its paws.
Placeholder image with a large, black 'id' symbol on a dark background.
Black silhouette of a person holding a briefcase and a young child standing beside them, both facing forward.
A stylized, orange-colored word 'me' with a black background.

Lory Student Center

2023-2024

objective

During my time working with the Lory Student Center at Colorado State University, I had the opportunity to contribute to a wide range of creative projects that supported campus life, student engagement, and university events. The work showcased here represents just a small portion of the projects I was involved in, each offering unique challenges and opportunities to grow as a designer while creating meaningful experiences for students and visitors.

Among the projects featured are promotional materials for art exhibitions, marketing graphics for campus events, and a uniform refresh for one of the coffee shops located within the student center. Each project required a different approach, audience, and creative solution, giving me valuable experience designing for a variety of needs while maintaining consistency with the Lory Student Center and CSU brand standards.

Promotional posters for art exhibitions at Curfman Gallery. The first poster advertises 'Through the Lens of David Fahrney, Ph.D.' from June 26 to July 28 with an opening reception on June 26 from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m., featuring mountain landscapes. The second poster promotes 'Researched: I Woke Up to a Dream' by Vincent "Sniper" Frimpong, running from February 15 to March 22, with an opening reception on February 15 from 4 to 5:30 p.m., featuring African patterns and art.

impact

One of the aspects I appreciated most about this role was the diversity of the work. From event marketing and environmental graphics to branded apparel and promotional materials, no two projects were exactly alike. The fast-paced environment challenged me to think strategically, adapt to different design styles, and find creative ways to communicate messages to a large and diverse campus community.

Black T-shirt featuring a large graphic of a steaming coffee cup with coffee beans, surrounded by green and beige foliage. Text on shirt reads "SWEET SINSATIONS."

outcome

Looking back, my time at the Lory Student Center played an important role in shaping my growth as a designer. It provided countless opportunities to collaborate, experiment, and contribute to projects that directly impacted the student experience. The variety of work I was trusted to take on helped build a strong foundation that continues to influence my creative approach today.