Designing Discoveries
University Galleries of Illinois State University is pleased to present Designing Discoveries from October 27 through December 18, 2022. All events are free and open to the public.
In celebration of Design Streak Studio’s 40th anniversary, University Galleries will present a selection of projects created since its founding. Based in the Wonsook Kim School of Art at Illinois State University, Design Streak Studio is a research-based social innovation lab focused on human-centered service design. It strives to facilitate an interdisciplinary environment promoting discovery and experimentation, while engaging in experiential and service learning. Design Streak Studio provides a capstone experience for senior students seeking a bachelor’s degree in graphic design.
Design Streak Studio was established in 1981 by Associate Professor Pam Tannura, who was succeeded by Associate Professor Julie Johnson from 2005 to 2015. Since 2016, Design Streak Studio has been led by Professor and Creative Director Archana Shekara. The studio has collaborated with campus and community partners throughout its history, including Autism McLean, Bloomington-Normal, Illinois; Habitat ReStore, Habitat for Humanity, Bloomington, Illinois; National Center for Urban Education, College of Education, Illinois State University; Normal Public Library, Normal, Illinois; Town of Normal, Illinois; Refuge Food Forest, Normal, Illinois; Labyrinth Made Goods, YWCA, Bloomington, Illinois; City of Atlanta, Illinois; Illinois Art Station, Normal, Illinois; TedX Normal; and Culturally Responsive Campus Community Conference, Illinois State University, among many others. Students currently enrolled in Design Streak Studio are assisting the creative director with selection of projects to design an experience for audiences.
This exhibition is organized by Design Streak Studio. The exhibition and programming are supported by grants from the Harold K. Sage Foundation and the Illinois State University Foundation Fund.
Events and programming
All events are free and open to the public.
- Thursday, November 3, from 3:00 to 4:00 p.m.
Panel Discussion: Design Streak Studio Alumni
Participants: Caryn Aono (Faculty member at California Institute of the Arts, Valencia, California)
- Thursday, November 3, from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m.
Exhibition reception
- Thursday, November 10 at 11:00 a.m.
Lecture: Andrew Shea (Assistant Professor of Integrated Design, Parsons School of Design / The New School, New York City)
- Thursday, November 17 at 11:00 a.m.
Lecture: Robin Landa (Professor of Graphic Design, Kean University, Union, New Jersey)
This lecture will be presented via Zoom
- Thursday, December 1 at 11:00 a.m.
Lecture: Penina Acayo Laker (Assistant Professor of Communication Design, Washington University, St. Louis)
- Field trip program, curator-led tours, and workshops available by appointment throughout the exhibition. Reimbursements are available for K-12 schools or community organizations to offset the costs of transportation. Please contact University Galleries at gallery@ilstu.edu or (309) 438-5487 to schedule an appointment.
University Galleries
University Galleries, a unit in the Wonsook Kim College of Fine Arts, is located at 11 Uptown Circle, Suite 103, at the corner of Beaufort and Broadway streets. Parking is available in the Uptown Station parking deck located directly above University Galleries.
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Exhibition Documentation
- Exhibition Images
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Educational Resources
- Educational resources coming soon
Events & Programming
- Thursday, November 3 from 3:00 to 4:00 p.m.
Panel Discussion: Design Streak Studio Alumni
Participants: Caryn Aono (Faculty member att California Institute of the Arts, Valencia, California)
Thursday, November 3, from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m.
Exhibition reception
Thursday, November 10 at 11:00 a.m.
Lecture: Andrew Shea (Assistant Professor of Integrated Design, Parsons School of Design / The New School, New York City)
Thursday, November 17 at 11:00 am.
Lecture: Robin Landa (Professor of Graphic Design, Kean University, Union, New Jersey)
This lecture will be presented via Zoom
Thursday, December 1 at. 11:00 a.m.
Lecture: Penina Acayo Laker (Assistant Professor of Communication Design, Washington University, St. Louis)
Field trip program, curator-led tours, and workshops available by appointment throughout the exhibition. Reimbursements are available for K-12 schools or community organizations to offset the costs of transportation. Please contact University Galleries at gallery@ilstu.edu or (309) 438-5487 to schedule an appointment.
Exhibition Information
More information coming soon