DSGN 2661 - Design + Print 1
Fall 2026 Syllabus, Section A03, CRN 44229,
Credit hours: 3
Course Meeting Times
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Instructor
Danielle Dunne
Email: dsdunne@ysu.edu
Course Description
2661. This course will explore the foundational principles of graphic design, focusing on the dynamic relationship between type and image. Students will learn to effectively create visually compelling designs by integrating typography and imagery. Prereq.: C or better in DSGN 2660 or permission of instructor. 3 s.h.
Course Readings
| Group | Title | Author | ISBN |
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The course readings are subject to change in the event of extenuating circumstances, research developments, current events, and/or to ensure better learning.
Assignments/Assessments
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Design + Print 1 Course Schedule
| Week of | Reading(s) | Proposed Topic | Due/To Prepare for Class |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10/19 | N/A |
Introduce Project 1 / Type Portrait | Monday: Course Overview / Introduce Project 1 Wednesday: Project 1 portrait subject due (peer review) Thursday: Video Discussion or Quiz |
| 10/26 | N/A | Work on and complete Project 1 / Type Portrait | Monday: Project 1 Visual Review Wednesday: Video Discussion or Quiz Thursday: Project 1 Progress Critique |
| 11/2 | N/A | Introduce and work on Project 2 / Travel Postcards | Monday: Project 1 Due / Introduce Project 2 Wednesday: Project 2 Sketches Due Thursday: Video Discussion Sunday: Project 2 Visual Review |
| 11/9 | N/A | Continue working on and complete Project 2 | Wednesday: Project 2 Progress Critique Thursday: Video Discussion or Quiz Sunday: Project 2 Due |
| 11/16 | N/A | Introduce and work on Project 3 / US Currency Design | Monday: Introduce Project 3 Tuesday: Project 3 Sketches Due Thursday: Video Discussion or Quiz Friday: Project 3 Visual Review |
| 11/23 | N/A | Continue working on Project 3 | Tuesday: Project 3 Progress Critique THANKSGIVING BREAK |
| 11/30 | N/A | Complete Project 3 / US Currency Design | Tuesday: Video Discussion Post / Videos about the Graphic Design Profession Thursday: Project 3 DUE |
The course schedule, policies, procedures, and assignments in this course are subject to change in the event of extenuating circumstances, by mutual agreement, and/or to ensure better learning.