Alumni
Alumni Profiles
U-M has the largest alumni network of any university anywhere, and Stamps alums play an incredibly vibrant role in that community.
Learn about some of our amazing alumni in the stories below.
Alumni Profiles
Shoe Design at Stamps
February 12, 2019
Shane Ward (BFA ‘96), Creative Director of Footwear at DKNY and GHBASS, recently led a shoe design workshop for students. Read More >
Philanthropist, Arts Advocate Penny W. Stamps Dies at 74
December 13, 2018
Philanthropist, U-M alumna, and arts advocate Penny W. Stamps died Thursday, December 13, 2018. Read More >
Creative Trajectories: Art & Design Alumni Discuss “Non-Linear” Career Success
November 15, 2018
A recent panel discussion brought Stamps alums together to reflect on non-linear career paths and experiences. Read More >
Alumni Spotlight: Molly Dierks (MFA ‘14)
October 31, 2018
Artist and educator Molly Dierks (MFA '14) on her work, international travel, and Stamps postgraduate support. Read More >
Internship Spotlight: Taylor Houlihan at the Smithsonian
September 26, 2018
Taylor Houlihan (BFA '18) reflects on her summer internship at the Smithsonian Museum's Digitization Programs Office. Read More >
Neil Zemba on Engaged Community Practice
June 25, 2018
Neil Zemba (BFA '13) on pursuing socially conscious design and community engagement both during and after college. Read More >
Internship Spotlight: Gabriella Meyer
June 19, 2018
Gabriella Meyer (BFA '17) on the internship that led to designing fabric used by Beyoncé on her Formation tour. Read More >
Startup Success: Tracy Buescher and Jordana Schrager on Fashion Brand-Building
April 25, 2018
Alums Tracy Buescher (BFA ‘88) and Jordana Schrager (BA ‘16) give guidance on fashion brand-building. Read More >
Alumni Spotlight: Nancy Lorenz (BFA ‘85)
April 11, 2018
A new solo exhibition at the San Diego Museum of Art showcases the art and alchemy of Nancy Lorenz. Read More >
Chelsea Bay Dennis: Designing for Good
February 21, 2018
Chelsea Bay Dennis (BFA '04) on developing a career working with companies that make the world a better place. Read More >
