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A group of four students walk towards the entrance of the Pratt Student Wellness Center, which features a modern brick facade. The center is located at 164 Willoughby Avenue, with trees providing shade in the background. One student wears a colorful outfit with patches, while others are dressed casually, and one carries a backpack. A sign with the center's name is visible next to the entrance.

A Centralized Hub for Student Wellness Opens on Pratt’s Brooklyn Campus

The newly opened Student Wellness Center at Pratt Institute brings a wide range of health, counseling, and student support services together under one roof, creating a more accessible, welcoming hub at the heart of campus.

Welcome to Pratt! A New School Year Kicks Off

In preparation for the fall semester, Pratt welcomed students with a bustling week of activities, information sessions, and orientation events on campus and around New York City.

Three young individuals are standing together in front of a light colored wall with abstract black designs. The person on the left is wearing a black t-shirt with a graphic print and glasses. The middle person is smiling and wearing a gray cardigan over a black top and a skirt. The person on the right is in a dark hoodie with a white lining and is also smiling.

BAP PreCollege Scholars Spend Summer Learning Creative Skills at Pratt

Through The Black Alumni of Pratt Summer PreCollege Scholarship, high school students lived and learned on Pratt’s Brooklyn campus, developing new skills and creative connections as they look ahead to higher education.

A split image featuring two men. On the left, a man with a beard, wearing round glasses and a black cap, gazes directly at the camera. The background shows sunlight filtering through a window. On the right, a smiling man with gray hair, wearing glasses and a black blazer, stands against a light background. Both images are in black and white.

Legends 2026 to Honor Derrick Adams and Andy Cohen

The renowned alumni and visionary leaders will be celebrated at the annual benefit for student scholarships that support the next generation of creative talent and makers.

A modern building features a mix of white and brick exteriors with a gabled roof. A large black banner reading "Pratt Munson" is prominently displayed on one side. Surrounding the building are patches of green grass, shrubs, and trees, with a pathway visible nearby. The sky above is partly cloudy.

A Quarter Century Of Creativity:

This decision honors the completion of the long-standing contractual agreement between two independent institutions, enabling each to make individual strategic decisions that focus on their long-term futures.

A group of 14 people are sitting casually on a stone bench in a park. They are arranged in two rows against a stone wall with decorative patterns. The setting is surrounded by trees, and there are some fallen leaves on the ground. The group appears to be enjoying a sunny day, wearing a mix of casual clothing in various colors.

From Midwest Factories to Global Cities: Graduate Architecture in the Field

Through site visits and field research, Pratt students are examining the built environment from factory floors to historic city centers.

Two people stand outside a brightly lit storefront featuring a display for the Pratt School of Design. The window showcases various artworks, including a colorful sculpture and photographs. Nearby, a sign indicates a subway station with the "F" and "M" train symbols, and another sign labeled "PATH to NJ" is visible. The scene captures an urban evening atmosphere with buildings in the background.

Summer in the City: Things to See and Do

School is out! Explore exhibitions, public art, and activities by members of the Pratt community—all summer long.

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When One Person’s Trash Is an Artist’s Treasure

Pratt Fine Arts’ Studio in Social Practice class collaborated with the NYC Department of Sanitation to reimagine our collective relationship with materials and waste.

A busy urban street scene with a mix of pedestrians, including groups and individuals crossing the street. A modern brick building features a large advertisement promoting Pratt Institute. Traffic lights and street signs indicate directions for vehicles. The atmosphere is lively with a partly cloudy sky and various people engaged in conversation or using their phones.

Pratt Storefront Gallery Transforms 14th Street Corridor

A recent installation along NYC’s 14th Street corridor in partnership with The Village West turned vacant street-level windows into a public showcase for Pratt students.

Three unique table lamps are displayed side by side. 1. The left lamp is a geometric green glass design with a diamond-shaped cutout and a concrete base. 2. The middle lamp features stacked, wavy ceramic bands in various colors, softly glowing from within. 3. The right lamp has an angled wooden frame with a colorful, ribbed interior and a clear bulb, casting vibrant light.

Pratt Shines at NYCxDESIGN 2026

From light shows to student design competitions, Pratt students, faculty, and alumni showcased their creativity during the 2026 NYCxDESIGN festival.