On the Cranbrook Academy of Art website, locate the Graphic Design department's educational philosophy. Summarize its main guiding principles, how it prepares students for the evolving field of design, and any interdisciplinary areas of study mentioned within the philosophy.
Navigate to 'cranbrookart.edu'. Accept the cookie policy if a banner is present. Click on the 'Departments' link. Click on the 'Graphic Design' link. Scroll down the 'Graphic Design' department page to locate and read the 'Graphic Design Philosophy' section. Identify and summarize the core principles, how students are prepared for the evolving field, and any interdisciplinary topics mentioned.
Successfully navigate to the 'Graphic Design' department page. The summary identifies the three core principles: effective communication, an expanded definition of graphic design, and cultural relevancy/diversity. The summary states that the department prepares students to adapt to constantly evolving cultural production. The summary mentions that the studio engages with interdisciplinary topics such as psychology, sociology, anthropology, and environmental studies.