ZAPOPAN, Jalisco; May 21, 2024.—On May 9, the Department of Arts and Culture at the Universidad Panamericana Guadalajara Campus hosted an exhibition titled “Art by Design,” in which students from the School of Communication were recognized for expressing their artistic talents through graphic design
The event began at 6:40 p.m. at the Central Building on the campus of the National Autonomous University of Mexico ( Universidad Panamericana ). To kick off the event, the master of ceremonies welcomed the attendees along with the presiding officials: Dr. José Rafael Santana Villegas, Dean of the School of Communication, and Dr. Ignacio Acosta, Director of Art and Culture for the campus, who highlighted the importance of this exhibition for the university community. The “Art by Design” exhibition serves as a platform for students to express their creativity through graphic design, reflecting their interpretation of art and culture in each piece—ranging from abstract expressions to figurative representations.
A Tribute to Creativity
Next, diplomas were awarded to the participants in recognition of their effort and dedication, while remarks from university officials highlighted the importance of fostering environments that encourage student creativity. Awards were then presented to the top three finishers; Third place was awarded to Carlos Cabrera González for “LibARTy!”, second place to Marina Paola Muñoz Camarena for “Poción Creativa,” and first place to Ana Sophia Schlesinger Padilla for “Sabor a México.”
To conclude the event, a ribbon-cutting ceremony was held, officially inaugurating the exhibition. Attendees were invited to tour the exhibition guided by the artists and to join in a toast in their honor.
An invitation to experience design
The opening of the “Art by Design” exhibition at the Universidad Panamericana Guadalajara Campus celebrated the students’ creativity and talent. Throughout the event, attendees were able to appreciate the diversity and originality of the works on display, which reflected the deep connection between art and culture. The pieces will be on display on campus for the next 3 months.
