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A spacious, elegantly decorated room with ornate detailing and large windows. Several individuals are walking around, some looking at artworks while others take photos. A table with a floral centerpiece is in the middle, surrounded by chairs. Two large paintings hang on the walls, depicting portraits and a landscape. The ambiance is bright and showcases a classic interior design.

Seeing the City: Tours, Talks, and More

This fall in New York City, students went to the newly renovated Frick, explored innovative materials at a circular design brand, and heard from famed director Spike Lee.

A tabletop cluttered with various crafting supplies, including colorful yarn, buttons, fabric scraps, and scissors. Two hands are visible: one holding a decorated piece of fabric, while another points towards a sock-like item with a blue pattern. A wooden tool and small containers with pins and sequins are also present on a vibrant plaid tablecloth.

Repair. Rest. Repeat.

Mending Circle, one of Pratt’s newest student clubs, sets aside time for care and community.

Three people are engaging in conversation inside a brightly lit room. One person, wearing a green crop top and black pants, is showing a book to the others. The second person, dressed in a bright green jacket, smiles as they look at the book. The third person, in a denim jacket, appears amused and is holding their hand to their face. The background features artwork and decor elements on the walls.

Graduate Studies

Open Studios, Endless Possibilities

Pratt’s annual MFA Open Studios were complemented by the first-ever Open Fields artist resource fair, making for an electric day of events celebrating artistic practice and the resources that sustain it.

A young woman with dark hair, wearing a denim jacket and a striped shirt, stands next to a whiteboard filled with colorful notes about color schemes and component tokens. She is smiling and writing on the board with a red marker, which outlines themes and various color categories, including primitive and neutral colors. The room has wooden flooring and light-colored walls.

Information Experience Design

Designing Digital Interfaces for Real-World Clients

Graduate student Shreesa Shrestha, MSIXD ’26, is making the most of every opportunity at Pratt as she balances client projects, community-building initiatives, and a prestigious Product Design Fellowship at The Museum of Modern Art.

10 Tips for Making the Most of Your Time at Pratt

Take advantage of the opportunities in the coming academic year while practicing mindfulness and self-care.

A diverse group of 15 people poses together in a well-lit room with large windows overlooking a cityscape. They are dressed in a mix of casual and creative attire, some seated on colorful stools while others stand behind them. The wall behind them features vibrant posters for

Pratt>Forward Emerging Artists Reach for the Sky

A look at the third edition of Pratt>Forward, which invited 12 emerging artists to the World Trade Center for a month of mentorship, professional development, and creative exchange—and what’s next.

A group of people stand in an art gallery, engaged in conversation. The group consists of diverse individuals, including Pratt President Frances Bronet leading the discussion. The gallery walls are adorned with framed artworks featuring colorful illustrations. Some people in the group are holding drinks, and one person carries a tote bag. The atmosphere is lively and interactive, with everyone appearing interested and engaged in the conversation.

Pratt Institute President Frances Bronet Elected AICAD Board Chair

The Association of Independent Colleges of Art and Design (AICAD) elected Frances Bronet, president of Pratt Institute, as the new chair of its board of trustees, effective July 1, 2024. Prior to this appointment, President Bronet served on AICAD’s…

Alexa Kasdan Named Executive Director of the Pratt Center for Community Development

Kasdan brings two decades of experience in participatory research and community advocacy to the role, which she assumes September 1, 2023.

The first Dinner with Six hosted by Vincent Celano, BArch ’93, at Celano Design Studio Co.

Alumni & Students Share a Meal & Conversation in New Program

Dinner with Six brings alumni and students together for casual discussions and networking.

Photo of installation by Xenobia Bailey in the 34th Street-Hudson Yards (7) New York City subway station

Take a Ride on the Pratt Transit Art Tour

Scroll down to view the map and learn more below. In subway, train, and bus stations, artwork by Pratt Institute alumni and faculty enlivens daily commutes. From colorful glass windows on elevated tracks in the Bronx to intricate mosaics underground…