They also gain general education skills and knowledge that are essential for meeting the complex requirements of today and the new challenges of the 21st century. An excellent faculty advising system is provided. The faculty and support faculty of the Interior Design Program have a wide range of expertise including Interior Design, Architecture, Landscape Architecture, Lighting, Fine Arts, History, Textiles, Merchandising and Family Life. Professional links Interaction with the professional community is a key to the success of any education program. The Interior Design Program at The University of Akron has an active advisory board with representatives from the profession, industry and alumni.
Students benefit from the program s strong relationships with the professional community.
Successful students and alumni Students at The University of Akron are bright, hardworking and highly motivated to succeed. The program attracts University Honors Program students and students returning to earn a second baccalaureate degree. Graduates of the program have obtained positions in major interior design firms, architectural firms, dealerships, health care design, retail store design, office design, residential design, kitchen and bath design, and in the retailing of interior design products. The University of Akron has a very active student chapter of the American Society of Interior Designers. Student members of ASID benefit from a wide range of educational, social and service events and activities.