The Graphic Student

At the Institute, we envision a place where students, teachers, industry and community experts come together not only as creators and designers but also ambassadors of hope. We imagine how to live, learn, work, and play together as a global community. Our goal is to find alternative development patterns and a viable path to a sustaining future, and allow the world to re-envision the designer as a problem solver with the ability to effect positive change for humanity.

How incredible does that sound? Institute Without Borders is a program run out of the School of Design at George Brown College where students interact with professionals to solve world problems. Their first project, Massive Change, explored all things about the future of global design. Their second project, World House, explores methods and practices to developing sustainable shelter for the future. Incredible projects, and what I can only imagine would be an incredible experience. This program is an opportunity for students to learn an incredible amount, and to apply what they’ve learned in a meaningful way. They can step away from using their talents to sell shoes, and do something they are honestly passionate about. 

If you can see yourself doing this, check out the website. Students must have an undergraduate degree, and the tuition is around $13,000 - $22,00 (depending where you live).