Each year, the AIGA DC Design Continuum Fund awards scholarships to underrepresented students pursuing art and design careers at colleges and universities in DC, Maryland, and Virginia. 

The AIGA DC Design Continuum Scholarship Fund (DCF) is proud to announce the recipients of the 2024-2025 scholarships. This locally driven initiative is dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusion in the design industry by providing direct support to creative students in the DC, Maryland, and Virginia region. Our scholarships are awarded to students who not only pursue careers in design but also demonstrate a strong commitment to social impact, environmental sustainability, and cultural engagement. For the 2024-2025 academic year, exceptional students have been selected by our panel of jurors to receive scholarships in Communication Design, Graphic Design, Illustration, and Photography.

The 2024-2025 scholarship recipients are:

• Shakthi Hari Narayanasamy Venkataraman, Graphic Design, Maryland Institute College of Art, MFA
• Chloe McNeill, Illustration, Howard University, BFA
• Blanquita Sullivan, Illustration, Maryland Institute College of Art, MFA
• Alaina Lurry, Photography, Maryland Institute College of Art, BFA

A heartfelt thank you to our 2024-2025 jurors:

These individuals are more than just judges; they are innovators and change-makers in the design world, committed to opening doors for underrepresented voices in the creative industry. Their dedication goes beyond evaluating talent—they actively champion diversity, equity, and the transformative power of design.

We are deeply grateful for their participation, as they embody not only creativity and inclusivity but also the drive to make a lasting impact on the future of design.

This program thrives thanks to the incredible generosity of our donors, whose support makes it all possible. Discover more about the mission and impact of the Design Continuum Fund Scholarship Program – and join us in shaping the future of design by making a donation today.