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mercer.edu We're honored to be recognized among the 2026 Top Design Schools. This distinction reflects the dedication of our faculty, the creativity of our students, and our commitment to preparing designers to lead in an evolving visual landscape. TENNILLE SHUSTER, PROFESSOR AND CHAIR OF ART AND DESIGN READ THE FULL STORY MERCER UNIVERSITY'S GRAPHIC DESIGN PROGRAM NAMED A 2026 TOP DESIGN SCHOOL Great design is the result of purpose—built with mentorship, practice, and a program that brings it all together. Mercer University's graphic design program has landed the University on the list of 2026 Top Design Schools by Graphic Design USA (GDUSA). According to GDUSA, 2026's top design programs "blend craft, innovation and critical thinking—preparing adaptable creatives to shape the future of design across industries." Offered through Mercer's College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, the graphic design major takes a multidisciplinary approach that equips students for real-world design work while developing related skills in marketing and business. The GDUSA designation recognizes Mercer's graphic design program strength, the commitment of faculty, and student talent and ambition. Mercer students won nine 2025 American Graphic Design Awards from Graphic Design USA, making Mercer a winning design program for five years running. From top: kinetic typography by Josh Bishop, '25; OneMacon brand manual by William Dietrich, '25, Grace Bohling, '25, Alexis Taylor, '25, and Abby Milam, '25; and type specimen poster by Elle Eley, '27. M E R C E R I A N S C R E AT E BY design purpose We're honored to be recognized talent and ambition. We're honored to be recognized talent and ambition. creativity of our students, and our