About CAMD
Comprised of six academic schools and departments and multiple research centers and labs, the College of Arts, Media and Design is a vibrant community of creators, innovators, and researchers dedicated to expanding artistic and academic boundaries. We integrate fundamental human literacies with cutting-edge advancements in technology, data and new media.
Our Boston campus includes a network of creative and physical maker spaces and our offerings are available at more than half a dozen of Northeastern’s global locations including Oakland, London and Vancouver.
We are inclusive, flexible, pragmatic, and responsive. Most of all, we are transforming the academic and research landscape through interdisciplinary collaborations, not just within our College and global University network, but around the world.
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At the College of Arts, Media and Design, there's no one way to pursue your passions. We invite you to find your path and forge your own experience.
Elizabeth Hudson, Ph.D.
Dean, College of Arts, Media and Design
Facts
By the numbers
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2.8K
CAMD Students AY24
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14K
Alumni globally
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64
Combined CAMD Major Programs
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55
CAMD Minors
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18
CAMD Undergraduate STEM Degrees
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1.6K
Plus Unique Co-op Placements Since 2018
Why CAMD
CAMD embodies the global, interdisciplinary, and experiential focus that makes Northeastern one of the top-rated universities in the world. Learn more about our mission and how we apply our values.
Why CAMD?Latest news
For CAMD filmmakers, indie film festivals take center stage
With the beginning of a new year comes the beginning of the indie film festival circuit. CAMD alumni has been part of the indie film circuit in many capacities. We highlight below just a few of alumni below.
January 17, 2025
How the far right weaponizes play
From alternate reality games to the Jan. 6 riots, game design professor Celia Pearce looks at the idea of “play” and how the American far-right has weaponized gaming and online communities for its own gain.
January 14, 2025
Makenna Harnden, Huntington Theatre
Makenna graduated from CAMD in 2024 with a Bachelor of Science in media and screen studies in theatre. While at CAMD, she completed several co-ops, including a lighting and electrics co-op at the Huntington Theatre.
December 13, 2024
Yuzhe (Satoh) Feng, Boston Public Library
Yuhze (Satoh) Feng will graduate with a Bachelor of Arts in design in 2025. He completed his first co-op at the Norman B. Leventhal Map and Education Center at the Boston Public Library.
December 12, 2024
Ritika Iyer, RODE Architects
Ritika Iyer graduated with a BA in Architecture in 2024; she’s set to complete her M.Arch in Spring 2025. During her time at CAMD, she completed two co-ops. She took us behind the scenes at her co-op with RODE Architects
December 12, 2024
Game design professors offer top gift ideas
Game design professors Alexandra To, Fox Zarow, and Bob DeSchutter offer top gift ideas for gamers and tech fans alike.
December 11, 2024
A new course recenters rural life, using architecture
Assistant professor of architecture and cultures Ettore Santi developed the course "Designing the Rural" to explore how to improve life in rural communities.
December 16, 2024
Amy Shirong Lu awarded Gerald M. Phillips Award
Congratulations to Amy Shirong Lu, associate professor of communication studies at CAMD for earning the Gerald M. Phillips Award for Distinguished Applied Communication Scholarship.
October 10, 2024