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Save the Dates: Herberger Institute for Design and the Arts in Los Angeles Fall 2026 Creative Events for High School and Community College Partners
Arizona State University’s Herberger Institute for Design and the Arts is pleased to invite you and your students to a series of special events in Los Angeles this fall! These experiences are designed to introduce high school and community college students to creative fields and the educational opportunities available through ASU FIDM, The Sidney Poitier New American Film School, and The GAME School.
Please save the following dates: Thursday, October 22, 2026 Students will receive a guided walkthrough of “ADRIAN: Designing Hollywood, Dressing America,” led by the ASU FIDM Museum’s senior curator of fashion. Featuring more than 50 rare ensembles and accessories, the exhibition explores the influence of legendary costume designer Gilbert Adrian on Hollywood and American fashion. The visit will also include a hands-on learning experience with ASU FIDM faculty and a tour of the school, including the distinctive ASU California Center Library and its specialized collections in fashion, costume, visual arts and design. Learn more about the exhibition:
Wednesday, October 28, 2026 Students will meet ASU faculty and participate in faculty-led, college-level class sessions featuring hands-on activities. Through these experiences, they will explore how stories are developed and communicated through film, games, digital media and emerging technologies. The event will conclude with a guided tour of ASU’s school facilities, creative learning spaces and production studios.
Thursday, November 5, 2026 Students will meet ASU FIDM faculty and participate in interactive, hands-on fashion sessions exploring areas ranging from design and creative development to fashion trend forecasting. The experience will conclude with a guided tour of ASU FIDM’s learning spaces and facilities.
Wednesday, December 9, 2026 Led by a faculty member from The Sidney Poitier New American Film School, this hands-on workshop will introduce students to the creative and technical world of camera operation, cinematography, lighting and visual storytelling. Following the workshop, students will tour Los Angeles Center Studios, the film school’s teaching and production location in Los Angeles. This 20-acre working studio campus gives ASU students access to professional production spaces, equipment and soundstages.
Teachers are welcome to bring groups of students interested in fashion, film, game development, digital media, and creative storytelling. Please share these opportunities with your students and colleagues. Additional schedules, locations, and registration information for each event will be provided soon indivisually.
We look forward to welcoming your school community to ASU California Center this fall!
Best, Simon Pae |
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