Design Department

We are home to Animation and Digital Media, Game Design and Development, Graphic Design and Interactive Media, Industrial Design, Interior Design, and Master's in Design programs.
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Welcome to the Design Department!

We are one of two departments that make up the School of Art & Design at UW-Stout. The School of Art & Design is proud to be the largest art and design higher education entity in the entire upper Midwest, consisting of more than 1,000 students and 65 faculty who are actively engaged in various forms of creativity and innovation.

With award-winning and nationally-recognized programs and students, our hands-on, polytechnic-infused curriculum fosters an environment for creative problem solving and self-expression. We invite you to connect online with questions or visit us in person so you can tour our fantastic facilities and meet with our wonderful faculty.

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M.F.A. Design

Combine your passions for practical problem-solving and innovative teaching.
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UW-Stout students’ submarine survival game surfaces to victory at M+DEV, the Midwest’s biggest game industry event Featured Image

UW-Stout students’ submarine survival game surfaces to victory at M+DEV, the Midwest’s biggest game industry event

PC game’s win at M+DEV expo highlights UW-Stout’s globally ranked program
Designed to the Max: Studio art major wins Wisconsin State Park sticker design contest Featured Image

Designed to the Max: Studio art major wins Wisconsin State Park sticker design contest

Logterman’s design inspired by adventures with family dog
Game Expo, Senior Show, STEMM Student Expo cap fall semester with public demos, showcases Featured Image

Game Expo, Senior Show, STEMM Student Expo cap fall semester with public demos, showcases

Students design custom controllers for unique racing games, puzzles, AR experiences