ASU Herberger Institute for Design and the Arts Alumni

05/07/2026

Congratulations to the Spring 2026 graduates of the Herberger Institute for Design and the Arts at Arizona State University.

Your accomplishment reflects your talent, dedication and vision. We look forward to seeing how you continue to create, lead and make an impact in your communities.

Welcome to the Herberger Institute alumni community. We are excited to stay connected and celebrate all that comes next.

05/05/2026

Congratulations to the Herberger Institute for Design and the Arts alumni recognized in this year’s Sun Devil 100, which celebrates the fastest-growing ASU alumni-owned and alumni-led businesses around the world.

These honorees gathered at the annual Sun Devil 100 luncheon to celebrate their Sun Devil roots and the entrepreneurial spirit that connects ASU alumni across industries.

These creative entrepreneurs and business leaders are part of a record-breaking 2025 cohort representing 161 companies. Their work reflects the innovation, vision and drive that define the Herberger Institute community.

Join us in celebrating and connecting with these honorees:

• Ra’el Cohen ’02 AA, co-founder and chief creative officer, ThirdLove
• Erica Brune ’98 BA theatre, CEO, Lever1
• Holly Dezinski ’09 BSD, principal and senior interior designer, SmithGroup
• Theresa Dorlini ’01 BSD, co-founder, Circle Design Studio
• John Dorlini ’04 MArch, co-founder, Circle Design Studio
• Anthony Ferrara ’11 BFA intermedia, CEO and founder, OXY
• Tony Garcia ’95 BSD, co-founder, owner, president and partner, A • SQUARED
• James Hatch ’08 BSD, president, Kovach Enclosure Systems
• Jason Karseboom ’12 BSD, operations manager, Rosendin Electric Inc.
• Chee Keong Lin ’91 BSD, ’99 MS construction management, partner and vice president, SmithGroup
• Debra Levin ’88 BSD, CEO and president, The Center for Health Design
• Kirk McClure ’02 BSD, ’10 MBA, vice president, JE Dunn Construction
• Jason Oxios ’95 BFA graphic design, director of business development and client care, Small Giants
• Pranav Ramanathan ’98 BSD, CEO and co-founder, Coacharya
• Jessie Whitesides ’95 BSD, co-founder, owner, vice president and partner, A • SQUARED

05/05/2026

ASU FIDM alum Shalini Kumar ’97 is bringing a global perspective to fashion as chapter head of FIDM India and co-founder of Ladies of Leisure.

Ladies of Leisure creates elevated kaftans and fluid silhouettes for resort, vacation and occasion dressing. As Ladies of Leisure builds its presence in Los Angeles, the brand is connecting with stylists and costume professionals for wardrobe and editorial collaborations.

Shalini’s work reflects the global reach and creative leadership of the ASU FIDM alumni community. At ASU FIDM, students prepare for careers across fashion design, merchandising, apparel product development, apparel technical design, and costume design and technology through industry-informed learning in downtown Phoenix and downtown Los Angeles.

Explore Ladies of Leisure: ladies-of-leisure.com

04/28/2026

Alumni Spotlight: Jonathan Moye

Jonathan Moye, a graduate of the Footwear Design and Merchandising program at ASU FIDM, has officially launched his independent footwear brand, Extraño, with the debut release of Phase 01.

Originally developed during his time as a student, the design was recognized at the 2021 FIDM graduation for achievement in footwear design. Since then, Jonathan has taken the concept through multiple stages of refinement, prototyping, and manufacturing to bring it to life.

Phase 01 blends technical construction with conceptual storytelling. Inspired by natural landscapes and abstract forms, the shoe features a full suede upper, layered overlays, and reinforced stitching that creates both durability and a distinct visual identity.

This launch represents more than a product. It reflects the journey from design education to independent brand creation.

Explore the collection: Extranoworld.com

01/21/2026

Let's hear from current Opera student, Makayla on why she loves this program. We ❤ our students!!

12/25/2025

😁✨ Happy Holidays from all of us to all of you! ✨🌵

To our incredible alumni — the artists, designers, performers, filmmakers, musicians, architects, scholars, researches, community partners, creative forces and everyone in between or beyond — you continue to inspire. 🔥🫡

We’re so proud to call you part of the Herberger Institute community. 💛

So take a breath. Unplug. Binge that comfort show. Eat something shaped like a snowman. You’ve earned it. ❄️

Here’s to more bold, beautiful, world-shifting creativity in 2026. 👋

12/02/2025

Herberger alumni, this one is for you. Come celebrate the season at the Young Alumni Winter Holiday Mixer. RSVP here https://ow.ly/4rel50XrfBa

You’ve worked hard — now it’s time to cheers to your success! 🍻

Join us on Dec. 10 at 5:30 p.m. for the Young Alumni Winter Mixer at Hundred Mile Brewing Co. 🍺

Enjoy a complimentary drink and appetizers while you mix, mingle and reconnect with fellow grads.

RSVP now: https://ow.ly/VinR50XrfAj

07/31/2025

🎓 Herberger Institute alumni are doing amazing things and have stories to tell – check out Crestcencia Ortiz-Barnett!

Crestcencia graduated in May 2024 with a Master’s in Theatre Directing. Her journey is just one of many inspiring paths shaped at ASU.

Now an Assistant Professor of Theatre and Theatre Historian at North Carolina A&T State University (NCAT), Ortiz-Barnett recently launched a successful pilot Theatre Exchange Program in partnership with NCAT and ASU. The initiative supports Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) theatre undergraduates who are exploring MFA pathways.

Because no HBCUs currently offer MFA programs in theatre, the exchange connects students of color with graduate programs that have strong support systems in place to guide them through to graduation. This fall, she’ll be teaching with Semester at Sea, visiting over 10 countries, and hopes to grow the exchange into an international theatre program. Crestcencia welcomes conversations with anyone interested in learning more.

Want to be next? We’d love to feature where your creativity has taken you. Whether you’re designing, performing, building or leading, click on the link in the comments to share your story. ⭐️☄️

05/22/2025

🎓 Herberger Institute alumni are doing amazing things and have stories to tell — starting with Celia Bugno!🎉

Celia graduated in May 2023 with a Master’s in Art History. Her journey is just one of many inspiring paths shaped at ASU.

Want to be next? We’d love to feature where your creativity has taken you. Whether you’re designing, performing, building or leading. Click here to share your story: https://herbergerinstitute.asu.edu/about/news/share-alumni-news 👋

05/16/2025

We got to celebrate 1,156 new alumni at the Herberger Institute convocation on Wednesday!

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