Surface spotlights Pratt alumni Chen Chen and Kai Williams as “Designer of the Day,” highlighting their Brooklyn studio’s material-driven practice spanning furniture, lighting, and collectible works, including their recent show Basic Instinct at The Future Perfect.
Behind the Art: Information Fellowships at MoMA
Graduate students help power one of the world’s most beloved contemporary museums.
The Black Alumni of Pratt Connects Students with One-on-One Mentorship
From Pratt Institute News
At the CareerConnect event, Pratt students shared their portfolios and discussed opportunities and the job market with alumni and professionals from creative industries.
Weaving Creative and Cultural Leadership in Dublin
From Pratt Institute News
A CEL-led spring break trip to Ireland fostered collaboration and connections across countries and disciplines.
Commencement 2026 to Be Held on May 19 at Radio City Music Hall
From Pratt Institute News
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.
Pratt Institute Ranked #5 in World’s Top Art & Design Universities
From Pratt Institute News
The QS World University Rankings by Subject 2026 also place Pratt in the top three universities for art and design in the United States.
Fiona Campbell Named 2026 Pratt SoA William ‘Bill’ Menking Travel Award Winner
From School of Architecture News
Campbell will conduct a comparative study of affordable cooperative housing models in Barcelona and Berlin, traveling to each city to speak with residents, organizers, policymakers, and architects.
Building a Career in Character Design
From Pratt Institute News
Game Arts senior Kaeden Green blends visual storytelling, game design, and athletics during her time at Pratt.
In the Press
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At 76, Meryl Streep Is Making a Statement. The Clothes Are Just Part of It
Pratt fashion professor Adrienne Jones is quoted in AARP on Meryl Streep’s headline-making style, offering expert insight into fashion, aging, and the visibility of women over 50.
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Pratt’s Black Dress Talks highlight the creativity and realities of the fashion industry
The New York Amsterdam News features Pratt Institute’s Black Dress Talks, an initiative led by Fashion professor Adrienne Jones that elevates Black voices in fashion through conversations on creativity, entrepreneurship, and industry dynamics.
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The Best Advice We’ve Found on Preserving, Storing, and Digitizing Family Memories
Feature citing Anthony Cocciolo, dean of the School of Information, on the importance of preserving original order and material integrity when organizing and digitizing family archives; highlighting Pratt’s expertise in archival practice, conservation, and digital curation to safeguard personal histories for future generations.
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Here’s Why You Wear A Different Size Clothing For Every Brand You Wear
In a HuffPost feature on the lack of standardized clothing sizes, Pratt visiting assistant professor Keena Hudson explained that mass production ushered in a “try to fit as many people as possible” approach to sizing, rooted in outdated data.
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Meet Kristin Mallison, the Sustainable Indie Designer Loved by Millie Bobby Brown, Lisa and More
Teen Vogue spotlights Pratt alumna Kristin Mallison for her viral, sustainability-driven fashion brand and high-profile celebrity clients. Mallison credits Pratt’s fashion program with “really push[ing] for recycling,” shaping her upcycling approach and long-term commitment to waste reduction.
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Methods & Materials
Fall 2025
“Whatever Is Happening Now Is Never Going to Happen Again”
AI Is Offering New Visions for Architecture and Opportunities for Architects to Shape Its Future