Graphic Design Alumni

Class of 2008

Katie Stracquatanio (2008), Interactive Developer, One Trick Pony, Hammonton, NJ

As an Interactive Developer at 1 Trick Pony, Kathryn is always looking for new ways and technologies to push the boundaries of the web. She draws on her artistic skill and interactive capabilities to design and develop anything from websites to e-blasts. In addition, Kathryn works to create general concepts and produce creative pieces that will help clients envision the possibilities of what can be done Interactivey. She also takes an interest in the print side of design. Kathryn graduated from Philadelphia University in 2008 with a B.S. in Graphic Design Communication. Before working at 1 Trick Pony, she worked as an Interactive Designer for Dana Communications and interned as a Graphic Designer for both MFR Consultants and Princeton Communications Group.

Class of 2007

Lizania Cruz,(2007) Designer, Language Dept., New York, NY

Lizania Cruz graduated from La Escuela De Diseno at Altos de Chavon in the Dominican Republic with an Associates Degree. Upon graduation she received a Presidential scholarship to Philadelphia University where she completed the requirements for a Bachelor of Science in Graphic Design Communication. She currently works as a Graphic Designer at the New York studio Language Dept. Prior to this Lizania worked as an in-house Graphic Designer for the fashion brand, Anthropologie in Philadelphia. She began working at Anthropologie as an intern while still studying at Philadelphia University, and was offered a Junior Designer position soon after graduation. Her work has been recognized and included in the prestigious AIGA 365 Design Competition, and by AIGA Philadelphia. .

Class of 2003

Micah Kasman (2003), Partner, KSN Partners, San Francisco, CA

Micah Kasman is a founding partner of Kasman Squillante, a communication and design consultancy in San Francisco, California. Prior to starting Kasman Squillante, Micah held staff positions at the Monterey Bay Aquarium, Celery Design Collaborative and Facebook. Micah began his career in Philadelphia where he worked on-staff at the Philadelphia Museum of Art and as freelancer for several design firms.

As an active AIGA member, Micah played a role in the concept and design of the 2007–2008 national membership campaign for AIGA. His work has been recognized for design excellence by Communication Arts, Rebrand 100, the American Association of Museums and by the International ARC Awards. He has a B.S. in Graphic Design Communication from Philadelphia University and has been an instructor at Academy of Art University in San Francisco, California.

Class of 2001

Dan Gneiding (2001), Senior Designer, Urban Outfitters, Philadelphia, PA

Dan Gneiding graduated from Philadelphia University in 2001. He then had the pleasure of designing for Baseman Design Associates and Flux Labs before accepting a full time position at Anthropologie. Dan remained at Anthropologie for six years. During that time he worked his way up to a senior design position, redesigned the company logo, and branded many of their private label products. Dan is currently working for Urban Outfitters when he is in charge of private label apparel branding. Dan has also taught a Sophomore design class at his alma mater, Philadelphia University.

Class of 2000

Stephen Penning (2000), Creative Director, 160over90, Philadelphia, PA

Stephen Penning is a Creative Director at 160over90, aPhiladelphia-based branding agency. At 160over90, Penning guides a team of art directors, designers, animators and copywriters and has completed projects for, among others, American Eagle Outfitters, AND 1 and SoBe. Penning was previously a Designer at Gyro Worldwide where he worked on Puma and Glenfiddich. His work has been recognized by Communication Arts, How, Print, STEP Inside Design, The One Show and the Society of Publication Designers. A graduate of Philadelphia University, Stephen is married and lives outside of Philadelphia.

Class of 1999

Rick Landers (1999), Partner and Creative Director, Landers Miller, Brooklyn, NY
(MFA, Graphic Design, School of Visual Arts, NYC)

Colleen Miller (1999), Partner and Creative Director, Landers Miller, Brooklyn, NY (MFA, Interaction Design, School of Visual Arts, NYC)

Landers Miller Design is an independent web and print design office located in New York City and consists of the husband and wife team of Rick Landers and Colleen Miller. Since 2002, they have been using design as a tool to help clients communicate their ideas, products and services. Clients include educational institutions, publishers, not-for- profit associations, restaurants, online and brick-and-mortar retailers, marketing and PR agencies as well as startup entrepreneurs. They believe that in each situation, good design starts with a compelling idea and translates to simple, smart and usable solutions that carefully balance function and aesthetics. Through design, they help clients communicate their messages in an honest and meaningful way.

Class of 1997

Jeremy Holmes (1997), Owner, Muttink, Glenside, PA
(MFA, Graphic and Interactive Design, Tyler School of Art)

Jeremy Holmes is the principal of Mutt Ink, a multi-disciplinary creative studio. Formed in 2004, Mutt Ink provides a broad range of design and illustration solutions with experience in print, editorial, branding, publishing, web and packaging. His work has been featured in publications such as American Illustration 33, How, Print, I.D., Communication Arts, and CMYK; at such events as the Flash Forward Film Festival and Society of Illustrators Exhibition; and on-line for Juxtapoz and Adobe. He is also winner of the prestigious Opera Prima BolognaRagazzi award for his first children's book, "There Was an Old Lady Who Swallowed a Fly." Jeremy has taught design and illustration courses at Philadelphia University and the University of Pennsylvania.