Designathon Returns to Kutztown University Feb. 13

KUTZTOWN, Pa. – Designathon is a can't-miss event for Kutztown University communication design students, as it returns for its 18th annual event Friday, Feb. 13, Sharadin Arts Building. Kutztown University's Communication Design program has conducted this successful event for more than a decade, successfully donating nearly $2 million of free design services for non-profits organizations.

This year's Designathon includes 25 clients and more than 100 KU student participants.

Designathon is a great creative outlet and resume builder that gives students a platform to showcase their hard work, while also benefiting various nonprofit organizations. From logos, brand identity, posters, websites, advertisements, murals to motion graphics, KU communication design students are given the perfect hands-on experience and can put their skills to the test.

The all-day session runs 8:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. The morning starts off with the students being divided into teams. At 9 a.m., teams meet with their client to assess the needs of their company and get information to help them in their designing process. From there, the 12-hour day of hard work begins. After hours of strategic work, students meet with their clients to display the finished product.

Designathon is an impactful experience that Kutztown University communication design alumni will often stop by to mentor students and contribute their experience from the perspective of someone actively working in the field. Not only is this a great networking and learning experience, but it creates a strong sense of comradery.

Learn more at the Designathon website.