Albany State University Student's Design Featured in Target Stores
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Posted By: Reginald Culpepper on January 30, 2023 Albany State University (ASU) senior visual and performing arts major, Cameron Burnam is one of three winners of the 2023 Target HBCU Design Challenge. Burnam’s design is featured on t-shirts sold in Target stores nationwide. “The entire ASU campus community celebrates Cameron’s national debut and Target’s recognition of his work as part of its Black History Month Celebration,” said ASU President Marion Ross Fedrick. “Our goal is to provide students with access to opportunities that will ensure their success. Cameron is an excellent example of the game changers and innovators whom we are preparing to live out their dreams and compete in the global marketplace.” The design, which features an illustration of six women with varying hairstyles and skin tones atop the word “CULTURE,” showcases the power, strength, and diversity of black women. Burnam credits ASU for preparing him for a successful career as an artist, saying, “All my art professors have been there to guide me and push me creatively. They help me realize my place in the art world. They give me the confidence and support one could only hope for from professors.” His inspiration comes from analyzing artwork on social media. “Seeing all the different styles, techniques, and mediums that these artists use pushes me to improve and helps me find my own style,” added Burnam. “I can use my art to speak on matters that are important to me.” As a graduating senior, he is looking forward to attending graduate school, starting his career, and posting more of his art on social media. The HBCU Design Challenge is part of Target’s eighth consecutive celebration of Black History Month, an effort that focuses on “celebrating and elevating the voices of Black artists, creators, entrepreneurs, team members and communities through authentic storytelling, content, and products that honor the cultural influence and intersectionality of the Black community.” The campaign builds upon the company’s commitment to spend more than $2 billion with Black-owned businesses by the end of 2025. In addition to the design being added to the collection, he also received a cash prize, an exclusive one-hour consultation with Target senior design leaders, and the opportunity to apply for a six-week paid virtual apprenticeship with the Target Owned Brands Product Design team. The shirt with Burnam’s design can be purchased at Target retail stores or online at https://www.target.com/p/black-history-mon... About ASU Albany State University, in Southwest Georgia, has been a catalyst for change in the region from its inception as the Albany Bible and Manual Training Institute to its designation as a university. Founded in 1903 to educate African-American youth, the university continues to fulfill its historic mission while also serving the educational needs of an increasingly diverse student population. A progressive institution, Albany State University seeks to foster the growth and development of the region, state and nation through teaching, research, creative expression and public service. Through its collaborative efforts, the university responds to the needs of all of its constituents and offers educational programs and service to improve the quality of life in Southwest Georgia. For more information, please visit https://www.asurams.edu/. Follow the university on Twitter and Facebook @AlbanyStateUniv. If you enjoyed this article, Join HBCU CONNECT today for similar content and opportunities via email! |
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Reginald Culpepper
President, Fulfillment and Web Services, HBCUCONNECT Clark Atlanta University class of 1998 Member Since September 2000 |
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