Students

Custom is targeted to our Student Members and highlights the learning environment and achievements in design education. Educators contribute informative articles envisioning the future of the design job market, unexplored fields, and emphasize learning. Custom also offers students the unique opportunity to be heard in the Association by writting articles and submitting original projects.

From Custom:IIDA Students Members are enrolled in design schools across the world--from Alabama to Saudi Arabia. The Association recognizes the influence that young designers have on the profession and targets Student Members with the information and events that will begin a successful career. In addition to joining two speciality Forums you may elect to participate in:

• IIDA’s Annual International Mentoring Week
• Student Sustainable Design Competition
• Lloy Hack Memorial Essay Competition
• Scholarship opportunities
• Continuing Education Programs
• Chapter events

You will receive timely biweekly updates about the profession through DesignMatters, as well as through IIDA’s quarterly student newsletter Custom. Begin demonstrating your leadership abilities by joining The Association for Design Professionals.

For a complete listing of Student Member Benefits and an Application please click on the link listed under Related Links. For more information contact membership@iida.org. Membership for Student Members is based on the academic year, September--August.