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Stellantis Challenges High School Students to Design Their Dream Vehicle

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Wednesday, March 6, 2024
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The 12th annual Drive for Design contest kicks off today and the Stellantis North America design team is asking high school students to create their dream vehicle for the year 2040 using inspiration from the company's North American or global brands.

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  • The 12th annual Drive for Design contest kicks off today and the Stellantis North America design team is asking high school students to create their dream vehicle for the year 2040 using inspiration from the company's North American or global brands.
  • This year's top prize is an exclusive opportunity to intern this summer in the Ram Truck design studio.
  • Drive for Design is powered by the passion of Mark Trostle, vice president, Ram Truck and Mopar design, who won one of the program's early iterations as a high schooler in 1987.
  • Students, teachers and parents can follow the contest on the Stellantis North America social media channels and learn about automotive design.

The College for Creative Studies Appoints Greg Fraser As Chief Information Officer

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Thursday, October 12, 2023
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Detroit, MI, Oct. 12, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The College for Creative Studies (CCS), a premier art and design college in Detroit, today announced Greg Fraser as Chief Information Officer.

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  • Detroit, MI, Oct. 12, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The College for Creative Studies (CCS), a premier art and design college in Detroit, today announced Greg Fraser as Chief Information Officer.
  • Greg's experience and expertise make him the ideal candidate for this role,” said Don Tuski, President of College for Creative Studies.
  • As Chief Information Officer, Fraser will be responsible for overseeing CCS's technology infrastructure and will be an integral part of the College’s Leadership Team, working closely with the senior administration.
  • Fraser leads a team of 16, with recently appointed Information Technology Director Troy Uyematsu overseeing the day to day operations.

College for Creative Studies Introduces Reenvisioned Studio Art & Craft Program

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Thursday, September 7, 2023
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Detroit, MI, Sept. 07, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The College for Creative Studies (CCS) is pleased to announce the reimagined Studio Art and Craft program .

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  • Detroit, MI, Sept. 07, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The College for Creative Studies (CCS) is pleased to announce the reimagined Studio Art and Craft program .
  • This new program, grounded in CCS’s tradition of making, combines the former Art Practice and Craft and Materials Studies majors to emphasize the development of creativity and critical thinking skills that can be applied beyond specific disciplines.
  • Led by contemporary multi-disciplinary visual artist and educator Valerie Jenkins , Studio Art and Craft is rooted in the disciplines of ceramics, digital fabrication, digital media, drawing, fibers/textiles, glass, installation, metalsmithing/jewelry, painting, performance, print media and sculpture.
  • “As a flexible program with extraordinary facilities and internationally recognized faculty, Studio Art and Craft provides the structure for a focused study in any of the disciplines within the Studio Art and Craft major,” said Valerie Jenkins, Chair of Studio Art and Craft.

Stellantis Announces Design Leadership Changes

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Thursday, June 1, 2023
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Stellantis today announced the following appointments within the product design office executive leadership team, effective immediately.

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  • Stellantis today announced the following appointments within the product design office executive leadership team, effective immediately.
  • Vince Galante is appointed vice president of Jeep exterior design reporting to Chief Design Officer Ralph Gilles.
  • During his career, Galante spent 12 years in the Jeep design studio working under former Head of Jeep Design Mark Allen, who announced his retirement from the company after 30 years.
  • Pinto will be responsible for global design development, coordination, and alignment of Stellantis' user experience and Uconnect platform.

DOUG CHIANG OF LUCASFILM NAMED 2023 CCS COMMENCEMENT SPEAKER

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Wednesday, May 3, 2023
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Detroit, Michigan, May 03, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- On Thursday, May 11, the College for Creative Studies is pleased to welcome Vice President & Executive Creative Director of Lucasfilm, Doug Chiang, as the Honorary Degree recipient and commencement speaker for the graduating class of 2023.

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  • Detroit, Michigan, May 03, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- On Thursday, May 11, the College for Creative Studies is pleased to welcome Vice President & Executive Creative Director of Lucasfilm, Doug Chiang, as the Honorary Degree recipient and commencement speaker for the graduating class of 2023.
  • Doug Chiang, Academy Award-winning artist, author and production designer, oversees designs for the Star Wars franchise, including films, theme parks, games and new media.
  • Currently, Chiang also serves as Production Designer for the Star Wars live-action series, The Mandalorian, Obi-Wan Kenobi, Ahsoka and Skeleton Crew.
  • “As a big fan of The Mandalorian series, I am thrilled to welcome Doug back to the CCS campus as our 2023 commencement speaker.

Stellantis Announces Winners of 11th Annual Drive for Design Contest

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Thursday, April 27, 2023
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The future of automotive design is looking even more innovative thanks to three young designers who were recently selected as the finalists in the 11th annual Stellantis Drive for Design competition.

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  • The future of automotive design is looking even more innovative thanks to three young designers who were recently selected as the finalists in the 11th annual Stellantis Drive for Design competition.
  • Grand-prize winner Rocco Morales is a previous Drive for Design contest winner who finished first in 2022 and second in 2021.
  • Morales' grand prize includes a summer design internship at the Ram Truck Exterior Design Studio and a Wacom MobileStudio Pro 16 tablet.
  • To see the top submissions in this year's contest, visit www.StellantisDriveForDesign.com and follow the Stellantis North America social media channels.

Detroitissimi: Detroit's Finest Brands to Announce Debut at Pitti Uomo in Florence, Italy at Press Event April 6

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Monday, April 3, 2023
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As part of Detroitissimi, a collaboration between CCS x Carhartt will be presented at the show, highlighting the importance of partnerships between educational institutions and brands.

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  • As part of Detroitissimi, a collaboration between CCS x Carhartt will be presented at the show, highlighting the importance of partnerships between educational institutions and brands.
  • The event takes place in the center of Florence at the Fortezza da Basso with almost 800 men’s fashion, lifestyle, and genderless collections.
  • On April 6 at 4:00 PM, Detroitissimi will host a private press event at the Durfee Innovation Center in Detroit.
  • The event will be organized by Michigan Economic Development Corporation and Design Core Detroit, with opening remarks from the Italian consulate.

BRP ANNOUNCES THE WINNERS OF THE 5TH BRP INTERNATIONAL DESIGN COMPETITION

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Friday, March 24, 2023
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ROVANIEMI, Finland, March 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ - BRP Inc. (TSX: DOO) (NASDAQ: DOOO) proudly announced yesterday the winners of its 5th International Design Competition.

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  • ROVANIEMI, Finland, March 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ - BRP Inc. (TSX: DOO) (NASDAQ: DOOO) proudly announced yesterday the winners of its 5th International Design Competition.
  • The competition allowed students to put into practice their academic, technical and creative skills, while benefiting from advice and mentoring from BRP employees.
  • In addition, the competition's 10 finalists attended Arctic Design Week, along with some of their professors and members of the BRP team.
  • The BRP International Design Competition is yet another example of the powersports leader's commitment to playing an active role in creating a brighter future for all.

Eleventh Annual Drive for Design Contest Challenges High School Students to Create Electrified Ram Truck of the Future

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Tuesday, March 21, 2023
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For this year's competition, high school students in grades 10-12 are challenged to sketch an innovative design for the next-generation Ram electric truck.

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  • For this year's competition, high school students in grades 10-12 are challenged to sketch an innovative design for the next-generation Ram electric truck.
  • The top prize is an incredible opportunity to work as an intern (if eligible) in the Ram Truck Exterior Design Studio this summer.
  • Drive for Design is powered by the passion of Mark Trostle, vice president, Ram Truck and Mopar design, who won one of the program's early iterations as a high schooler in 1987.
  • "Participating in this contest gave me the confidence to pursue the path to a career in automotive design.

Kapwani Kiwanga To Represent Canada At The 60th International Art Exhibition Of La Biennale di Venezia

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Thursday, January 26, 2023
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OTTAWA, ON, Jan. 26, 2023 /CNW/ - The National Gallery of Canada (NGC) announced today that Kapwani Kiwanga will represent Canada at the 60th International Art Exhibition—La Biennale di Venezia from April 20th to November 24th, 2024.

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  • OTTAWA, ON, Jan. 26, 2023 /CNW/ - The National Gallery of Canada (NGC) announced today that Kapwani Kiwanga will represent Canada at the 60th International Art Exhibition—La Biennale di Venezia from April 20th to November 24th, 2024.
  • Angela Cassie, Interim Director & CEO of the National Gallery of Canada, commissioner of the Canada Pavilion in Venice, said: "The NGC is proud to present Kapwani Kiwanga's work for Canada at the 60th International Art Exhibition—La Biennale di Venezia.
  • I would like to congratulate our national jury members in choosing such a timely and provocative voice to represent the vital role and place of Canada in international contemporary art."
  • The International Art Exhibition of La Biennale di Venezia is the largest and most prestigious contemporary art exhibition in the world with more than 80 participating countries.