Only a couple more days left to experience HOMEBODY
An exhibit by Michael Pfleghaar
Pause. Reflect. See differently.
Ferris State University Fine Art Gallery
April 6 – May 15
This exhibit experience was developed in collaboration with students in the Branding Experience Design course at Ferris State University.
Design System: Jaz’ming Wadley
Exhibit Promotions + Media Kit: Jessica Decker, Ethan Orcutt, Lana Bol
Environmental Design: Lane Guzniczak, Jessica Decker, Evan Eisenhauer
Interactive Media: Ethan Orcutt, Angelo Lucchesi, Lane Guzniczak
Events Design + Promotion: Olivia Van Dyne with Jaz’ming Wadley
Professor Alison Popp
Grateful for the collaboration — and for the chance to see this work come to life together.
Special thanks to the Graphic Media Management Program and local print services partners for their support.
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Today, our grads walked across the commencement stage. 🎓
Congratulations, Ferris Design grads! Make the world a better place — by design. #ferrisstateuniversity
Our seniors got feedback from professionals in online meetings all week.
Andrew Dull (Concept A Creative Studio), Chas Appleby (Peopledesign), Glenda Kraemer (HPS), Jon Neill (Carnevale), Kate Geschwendt (Clearwell Consulting), Leandra Beshears (General Motors), Mike Gorman and Yolanda Gonzalez (Mr & Mrs), Natalie Dixon (BISSELL Pet Foundation), Sheri Monroe (Reagan Marketing), William Culpepper (Montana State University)
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More than a Showcase, this week continues to reinforce what we’re working toward: connecting ideas to execution, and helping students articulate the thinking behind their work in ways that matter beyond the classroom.
We’re already looking ahead.
See you next year.
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Thanks to the grads of the Design Program for connecting and sharing their stories — Keith Fleck (@keithfleck ), Kevin Maenle, Lydia Huisken (@lydiahuisken_design ), Colin Frasier (@colin_frasier_official ), and Abbie Meyers
A few takeaways that stuck:
• Start adopting new technologies early (yes, AI)
• Show business thinking in your process and your work
• Say “yes” — but know your stuff
• Don’t take critique personally — you are not the work. Seek it out
• Make it a conversation — communicate and tell the story with energy
• Pencil and paper are still some of the best tools
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Success! Thank you Kevin Budelmann for such an insightful presentation and thank you to everyone who joined us.
What we took from it:
Expand your idea of what Design can be.
It’s not just making — it’s thinking, shaping, connecting.
Explain your decisions, not just your outcomes.
Work with others.
Communicate clearly.
Tell the story behind it.
Stay flexible — the tools and practice will change.
Your thinking is what carries forward.
Be curious and be learning.
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Today at 5pm in the Ferris State University Fine Art Gallery,
HOMEBODY came to life — bringing together artist Michael Pfleghaar, our student team, and gallery leadership for a casual conversation around the work, the process, and the experience.
What began as an exploration of perception, color, and space became something more for our students — an opportunity to see how ideas move from concept to production to environment, shaped by many hands along the way.
Grateful for the collaboration, the energy, and the chance to stand together behind the work. Ferris State Fine Art Gallery
We’re pleased to welcome Kevin Budelmann of Peopledesign (@ppl.design ) as part of Ferris DSGN Week.
This is an opportunity to hear perspectives on design leadership, practice, and the evolving role of designers across industries. We’re looking forward to bringing together professionals, alumni, and students for a strong and engaging conversation.
This is a free event but reserve your spot on LinkedIn.
Link in bio to RSVP.
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We needed to get out of the house and it delivered!
Spent the day in Grand Rapids touring with incredible design companies.
At Peopledesign @ppl.design thanks to Yang Kim, Chas Appleby, and Kevin Budelmann for sharing work, stories, and honest advice.
At Grey Matter Group, great to hear from Amber (‘25) — thank you for showing what you’ve already done there so far. And special thanks to Brian Scharp for the lessons and Brynna Morren for the conversation.
We also saw student work at Kendall College of Art and Design, had good lunch, and a test of the bus system (we have notes).
Grateful for the time, insight, and access!!
View senior and select student work from the Ferris State University Design Program and explore the process behind design solutions.
Don’t forget to invite your friends and family.
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Get advice and learn from Ferris design program alumni. This is your chance to ask your most burning design questions directly to the pros.
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Join us for an evening with Kevin Budelmann, the President of @ppl.design , as he provides clarity on the evolving field of design.
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