Every graduating senior's final semester centers around one defining task: building, refining, and presenting a portfolio that reflects everything they have learned and created during their time at Nossi College of Art & Design. It is a deeply personal process, and one that speaks to the heart of what we do here.
That dedication came to life on Thursday, August 13, 2026, when Nossi hosted its Summer 2026 Senior Exhibition. The event brought together creative professionals, industry leaders, mentors, family, and friends to celebrate the newest wave of creative talent stepping into Nashville's vibrant creative economy.
The exhibition kicked off with dedicated professional networking hours from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM. This gave agency directors, marketing leads, video supervisors, and creative recruiters exclusive time to view student portfolios, offer valuable industry feedback, and connect with emerging talent for open entry-level and internship roles. At 1:30 PM, the doors opened to family and friends, transforming the atmosphere into a warm celebration of creative achievement.
Culinary Arts students elevated the event experience through creative food samples and live action stations as part of their own portfolio presentations. This gave attendees a delicious taste of their culinary expertise.
More than a showcase, the Senior Exhibition marks a meaningful milestone. It represents the moment our students step forward as working professionals across five dynamic disciplines: Graphic Design, Photography & Content Creation, Illustration Technologies, Video & Content Creation, and Culinary Arts.
Congratulations to every senior who was part of the Summer 2026 Senior Exhibition. The work and passion you have put in are evident, and we cannot wait to see where your talents take you next.
Photography Graduates:
Emma Beck
Illustration Technologies Graduates:
Melynda Borchert, Gabriell Mattes, Anne Meegan, Addah O'Brien, Sara Winnett
Graphic Design Graduates:
Kathryn Conde
Video Graduates:
Christopher Davis, Chase Stovall
Culinary Arts Graduates:
Rebecca Cutman, Joseph Elkins, Demetris Guzman, Jakob Hall, Roy Hooper, Dakota Houston, Erik Langworthy, Kamron McAnally, Zach Nicholson, Anna Palmer, Vincent Pitts, Veronica Robertson, LaWayne Ruffin Jr., Elijah Sopshier
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Congratulations to all of our graduates. Your commitment, creativity, and growth over these past years have been truly inspiring. We also want to extend a heartfelt thank you to the industry professionals who made time to attend, engage with our students, and invest in Nashville's creative community. Your involvement makes this event something truly special.
