Week of September 23: LCI Education Community News

Weekly Recap for September 23–29, 2024

LCI Melbourne

DIA Graduate of the Year Awards 

19 September 2024 

Last week, the Design Institute of Australia (DIA) hosted the Graduate of the Year Awards. We’re proud to announce that Julia Howe won the INTERACT category for Victoria (state prize), while Davide Colosio received a commendation.  

The DIA plays a crucial role in nurturing Australian designers by providing critical industry feedback and networking opportunities. Congratulations to Julia and Davide as they launch their careers! 

The Connection Curriculum 

18 September 2024 

Author Matt Pitman launched his debut book, The Connection Curriculum, at LCI Melbourne. Mentors Adriano Di Prato and Nataša Pitra-Grbić participated in a panel discussion, sharing their experiences on bringing connection to the forefront of education. 

Welcome BBQ 

18 September 2024 

It’s the first week back for Trimester 3 learners, and we celebrated with a Welcome BBQ in the student lounge. It was a fantastic opportunity for learners to mingle and enjoy some great food. 

Global Village Learning 

17 September 2024 

LCI Melbourne hosts students from Global Village Learning, an organization dedicated to empowering learners to build impactful communities. A personal branding workshop was held for the students, alongside meaningful discussions.

Man Holding Design Award Certificate

LaSalle College Jakarta

Tri Dasa Kala Bazaar 

26–29 September 2024 

LaSalle College Jakarta Fashion Business learners have their work exhibited at the Tri Dasa Kala Bazaar in collaboration with Senayan City Jakarta. Our lecturers also moderate sustainability talks as part of the 30-year anniversary celebration of OhmBai fashion house. 

LCI Barcelona

El Periodico Visit 

25 September 2024  

El Periodico visits the school to cover the inauguration, speaking with Alessandro, Sílvia, and several learners and teachers. 

22@ Association Breakfast 

26 September 2024 

LCI Barcelona hosts a 22@ Association breakfast on campus, where Sílvia welcomes participants, and Alessandro gives a brief talk. 

VIP pre-inauguration breakfast 

27 September 2024  

LCI Barcelona hosts a VIP pre-inauguration breakfast for prominent professionals from the animation and video game industries. 

LaSalle College Montréal 

Oscar Mendoza x Cirque du Soleil 

18 September 2024 

Nadya Toto and Oscar Mendoza (a graduate of the College) have been selected to design outfits showcasing their talent and the expertise of professionals from L’Atelier du Cirque du Soleil. 

Soirée Gris Désorientation  

20 September 2024 

Lakuachimoto (a graduate of the College) creates a custom outfit for Adriana Bombshell for the GRIS ball. 

DIME Class 

19 September 2024 

Marianne Kettenbeil-Côté (Design Lead at DIME MTL and former Technical Clothing Design student) visits our Fashion Design students to discuss the brand and launch a session project collaboration. 

On Show: Lignes de Fuite 

21 September 2024 

As part of Montreal Fashion Week, this event marks the first in the On Show runway series by Lignes de Fuite (Milan, College instructor). Designs by Sweeven (graduate and CAFA Awards nominee), Raphael Viens (College instructor), and Tristan Réhel are also showcased.  

LCI Bogotá 

Breakfast: Shaping Creative Leaders for the Future 

24 September 2024  

Cultural Centre 

Rector Emilio Jiménez discusses how to shape creative leaders for the future, while attendees enjoy breakfast, followed by a networking session. 

4GN International Design Festival 

25–28 September 2024  

Cultural Centre 

LCI Bogotá hosts the 4GN International Design Festival, featuring conferences and portfolio reviews led by Critical Mass, an inauguration party, the book launch of La Tina, lunches with speakers, and a creative morning with AI expert German León.