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College for Creative Studies Presented The Show 2026 at Somerset Collection
Explore the emerging talent of the College for Creative Studies (CCS) Fashion Design Program. Discover how students at The Show 2026 at Somerset Collection pushed the boundaries of style through their “Future Fantastic” collections, blending traditional craftsmanship with advanced fabrication. Read about the innovative apparel and accessory designs from this year’s CCS Fashion Show.
CCS Game Design Program ranked as One of Top Game Design Bachelor’s of Fine Arts Degree Programs in the U.S. by Animation Career Review
CCS Game Design Program ranked as One of Top Game Design Bachelor’s of Fine Arts Degree Programs in the U.S. by Animation Career Review. Learn more here.
College for Creative Studies Appoints Allison J. Puff as Next Provost
The College for Creative Studies names Allison J. Puff as Provost and VP for Academic Affairs. Learn about her record of leadership and vision for CCS Detroit.
Fall 2025 Sponsored Projects at the College for Creative Studies
Explore how CCS students collaborated with global brands like Ford, New Balance, and Stellantis during the Fall semester through 13 unique educational partnerships and research-based design projects.
CCS Student Reden Lee Wins 2026 Detroit Grand Prix Poster Competition
CCS student Reden Lee has been named the winner of the 2026 Detroit Grand Prix Poster Competition. Discover the inspiration behind the winning design and the annual CCS partnership.
CCS Students Win in Multiple Categories of the 15th Annual World of Warcraft Student Art Contest
Celebrate the success of CCS students in the 15th Annual World of Warcraft Student Art Contest, with winners and runners-up in Environment Art and Character Art categories.
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CCS Game Design Program ranked as One of Top Game Design Bachelor’s of Fine Arts Degree Programs in the U.S. by Animation Career Review
CCS Game Design Program ranked as One of Top Game Design Bachelor’s of Fine Arts Degree Programs in the U.S. by Animation Career Review. Learn more here.
CCS Student Reden Lee Wins 2026 Detroit Grand Prix Poster Competition
CCS student Reden Lee has been named the winner of the 2026 Detroit Grand Prix Poster Competition. Discover the inspiration behind the winning design and the annual CCS partnership.
CCS Students Win in Multiple Categories of the 15th Annual World of Warcraft Student Art Contest
Celebrate the success of CCS students in the 15th Annual World of Warcraft Student Art Contest, with winners and runners-up in Environment Art and Character Art categories.
CCS Graduate Student Kirtish Gaood Takes 2nd Place in BRP International Design Challenge
CCS graduate student Kirtish Gaood wins 2nd place in the BRP International Design Challenge with his “Sherpa” concept for emergency response and mudslide relief.
Lauren Hart ’09 Crafts – Fiber Design Shares Her Story in Voyage LA Magazine
From Fiber Design at CCS to the high-stakes world of LA fashion, Lauren Hart ’09 has navigated a decade of creative evolution. Read her full interview with Voyage LA on building a career in technical design, embracing freelance life, and the power of lifelong learning.
Max Beach ’96 Debuts New Design Podcast Featuring Fellow CCS Alumni
Industrial Design alum Max Beach launches Questions for Designers (Q4D), a podcast examining the ideas behind creative work today. The podcast features conversations with designers, including fellow CCS alum Fernando Del Rosario ’96, Graphic Design.
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Major Insights: Fashion Business Management
Fashion Business Management at CCS is a three-year, 90-credit Bachelor of Arts degree that blends business strategy, marketing, brand development and trend forecasting within a creative art and design environment.
In this video, Aki Choklat, Chair of Fashion Business Management and Fashion Design, along with faculty member Monika Sinclair, share insights into the curriculum, industry partnerships and the career paths students are prepared for after graduation.
Beyond the Classroom: Student Life and Belonging at CCS
Starting college is about more than just classes—it’s about building a community, finding opportunities and making it feel like home. In this video, the Office of Student Engagement & Belonging guides you through everything you need to know about getting involved, finding support and making the most of your time at CCS.