College to Career Program Sponsorship

College to Career sponsorship is 100% tax-deductible and supports the delivery of professional development, mentoring, and networking opportunities for current and future design professionals. Designated levels also support scholarships for design students presented in the sponsor's name, and grants for student groups hosting college-to-career activities.

Sponsor Information and Levels

Sponsorship FAQ

Our Programs

Programs are developed and presented by the College of Design Student and Alumni Board (DSAB), which includes alumni, professionals, and graduate and undergraduate students from each of the college disciplines noted below. Activities support the transition from college to career, extend learning beyond the classroom, and build meaningful connections between the professional community, students, and the College of Design.

Sponsored programs include the award-winning Design Mentor Program, Design in 7, and other related programs that engage participants in both discipline-specific and cross-disciplinary conversations and opportunities.

Become a Sponsor

Contact Lori Mollberg to discuss sponsorship interest and options, and complete your payment online or by check using the information below.

Deadlines

Full-series sponsorship is preferred by August 30 but accepted through September 30 for the upcoming school year. Spring semester sponsorship, including Design in 7, is preferred by December 30 but accepted until January 30. Contact us for custom sponsorship deadlines.

All Sponsor Levels Include

Fostering the next generation of leaders in design
Visibility with current and future design professionals
Academic year-long recognition related to sponsored events
Invitations and tickets to signature events
100% tax-deductible support of higher education and design scholarships
NEW! Level-based scholarships announced in the sponsor’s name at Design in 7
NEW! Level-based support for design student organizations and activities grants

Sponsorship Levels and Benefits

College to Career Program Sponsors

Past Sponsors

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2024‒25

2023–24

Cum Laude

Honors

A portion of Honors level sponsorship and half of all sponsorship after program expenses goes to support Design Justice fellowships and initiatives.

Dean's List

2024–25

Cum Laude

Honors

A portion of Honors level sponsorship and half of all sponsorship after program expenses goes to support Design Justice fellowships and initiatives.

College to Career Program Sponsorship

Our Programs