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The faculty consists of professional
artists, designers, critics, historians,
and practitioners, including numerous
recipients of prestigious awards such as the
Tiffany, Fulbright, and Guggenheim fel-
lowships. The faculty’s works, projects, and
publications are recognized and respected
around the world.
In addition to the outstanding curricula
and faculty, the School of Art and Design
offers a wide range of degree offerings,
supported by exceptional technical and
studio resources. Pratt’s distinguished
professional programs in architecture also
enrich School of Art and Design programs.
Perhaps best of all, the school’s disci-
plines are taught in the broader cultural
context of New York City, which provides
inspiration and an opportunity to learn
from the multitude of artists and designers
who abound in this creative capital.
The mission of the School of Art and
Design is to educate those who will make
and shape our built environment, our
aesthetic surroundings, and our collective
future. The School of Art and Design is a
diverse collection of disciplines, dedicated
to the primacy of studio practice and the
transformative power of creativity. We
educate leaders in the creative professions
to identify, understand, shape, and benefit
from the challenges of a rapidly changing
world. Our courses are designed to develop
critical thinking skills, deepen under-
standing, enable practice, and empower
visionary action to transform. The School
of Art and Design is dedicated to develop-
ing creative leadership in a world that
requires it Sasha O’Malley