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Weaving Creative and Cultural Leadership in Dublin

A CEL-led spring break trip to Ireland fostered collaboration and connections across countries and disciplines.

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Commencement 2026 to Be Held on May 19 at Radio City Music Hall

Journalist and Editor David Remnick will deliver the Commencement address and receive an honorary degree, and Dr. Mariët Westermann and distinguished alumnus Ted Shaine will receive honorary degrees.

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Pratt Alumni Honored for Creative Impact Across Art, Design, and Urban Planning

At the 2026 Alumni Achievement Awards, graduates from across generations gathered to celebrate the careers of Nanette Carter, Vann Graves, and Lian Farhi.

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Pratt Institute Ranked #5 in World’s Top Art & Design Universities

The QS World University Rankings by Subject 2026 also place Pratt in the top three universities for art and design in the United States.

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Graduate Center for Planning and the Environment

Underground Railroad Find in Manhattan Faces Uncertainty

Visiting Assistant Professor of Historic Preservation Michael Hiller discusses the recent discovery of a safe passageway in the Merchant’s House Museum, along with the effort to preserve the landmark building, in this Q&A.

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Graduate Studies

The Next Step in Fashion

Graduate student Peilin Chen shares thoughts on collaboration, fashion, and interning at New York-based brand Altuzarra.

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Pratt Students Respond to W.E.B. Du Bois

Celebrating shared threads of inquiry, current Pratt students engaged with the groundbreaking work of W.E.B. Du Bois.

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Pratt Alumni Reunite on the Court for Annual Basketball Game

Alumni Bernard Chang and Kadir Nelson were both honored during the event for their ongoing dedication to Pratt’s basketball program.

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Three Pratt Students and Two Alumni Named 2026 Fulbright Semifinalists

Each year, the Fulbright U.S. Student Program offers graduating seniors, recent college graduates, graduate students, and young professionals from the United States the opportunity to engage in academic projects, learn from diverse cultures, and work on pressing societal issues.

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Pratt Pairs: Valentine’s Day 2026

Alumni share their stories of meeting at Pratt and how they continued their lives together following graduation.