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This is definitely the largest project I’ve attempted to tackle at one time. I started off thinking I had a pretty good idea of what it would involve, but the more I worked with the material, the more I realized how much I wanted to add to make it feel like a cohesive whole. While working on deliverables, I found it useful to actually map out entry points as well to connect things. I wanted each deliverable I designed to have a purpose. Part of handing off a system like this

One of my deliverables for this project is a series of social media posts that could be deployed by a school to encourage students to use their food share (food pantry). I’m the first to admit that I am NOT a social media person. I’m what they’re calling a geriatric millennial. (No, I don’t know who came up with this term, I’m going to go ahead and blame Gen X). Like, I am so awkward and out of touch with this kind of thing that I am constantly googling slang terms so I know

So I started the event materials deliverable just thinking, oh, I just need a few things. What objects would be appropriate for COMMN to provide for college events? There are the obvious–tent, table, tablecloth–maybe a banner or some signage. Maybe they could give out free apples or something? But the more I dove in, the more I realized that there are so many things that can be designed! Bags, shirts, stickers, brochures, event protein bars. (Why couldn’t COMMN partner with

One of the quickest ways to get information out to people is through in person events. Many colleges have fairs, picnics, and event days, so one of my deliverables had to be an event kit. To be effective, it has to be eye catching, welcoming, and provide something that students want. Branded Tent The branded tent does double duty. It draws attention and provides important affirmations like “you should eat something” and “Food is for everyone,” and protects volunteers from su