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Graphic design schools are teaching tech, but are they teaching taste?
Poor job outcomes in fields like graphic design and computer science reflect broader systemic issues, not simply students choosing the “wrong” major. Treating education as job training has narrowed design programs, often overemphasizing technical skills while neglecting broader intellectual development. Graphic design is better understood as a liberal art—an interdisciplinary field that blends theory, culture, and human-centered problem-solving with practical skills. A balanced approach that combines technical training with knowledge from areas like history and the social sciences can produce more adaptable, thoughtful designers.
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