The faculty in the design program at Portland State University are active makers as well as educators. Through their efforts and connections, Portland State’s graphic design students become part of the larger design community.

Faculty
& Staff

Associate Professor Ciera Tague Associate Professor Ciera Tague

Meredith James

Meredith is on Sabbatical during Fall 2024 and will not be advising

Meredith James is an advisor for Graphic Design students. Her area of focus is centered around research and theory. Her office is in the Art Building, Room 154C (in the Art Annex).

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Associate Professor Ciera Tague Associate Professor Ciera Tague

Sean Schumacher

Sean (they/he) teaches courses in Graphic Design including Show & Tell, Digital Page Design, and co-teaches A+D Projects. Sean co-coordinates the Sophomore Portfolio Review and is happy to answer questions or offer feedback on projects, particularly layout and type-driven work. Their research work centers on design practice's intersection with popular media. Sean meets via Zoom.

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Associate Professor Ciera Tague Associate Professor Ciera Tague

Stephen Lee

Stephen Lee is a designer and educator with experience in brand, motion, and interactive design. Past clients include AT&T, Gatorade, Google, IBM, and Nike. He has taught at a number of institutions both within the United States and abroad in India, Mexico, Spain, and Peru. He received an MFA in Graphic Design and Integrated Media from CalArts.

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