Cody Pham, a talented designer with a focus on branding, motion, 3D modeling, and illustration, has distinguished himself as an exceptional student with a high GPA. Throughout his academic journey, Cody has demonstrated leadership, creativity, and a commitment to excellence both in the classroom and in extracurricular activities.
As an officer in the Design Club for three years, including a role as budget authority, Cody contributed to the club’s identity by designing the 2025 DGSN Club logo and co-leading its branding system. His leadership extended to Design Days, where he played a key role in developing the event’s branding system, designing logos, cutting the sizzle reel, and co-leading a motion design workshop with Larry Obernberger.
Cody’s two-year tenure as a graphic designer at the Student Engagement Publicity Center further highlights his versatility. He collaborated with student clubs and clients to create rebrands and promotional materials while redesigning the Publicity Center’s logo, making a lasting impact on the center’s visual identity.
In addition to his graphic design work, Cody showcased his illustration skills by contributing to the "Grokking Relational Database Design" textbook. Despite a busy schedule, he worked closely with author Qiang Hao and the publisher to create illustrations that simplified complex concepts. The book has been successful, with over 1,000 copies sold in presale.
Cody’s design talent has also gained international recognition. He was a finalist in both Branding and Informational motion design projects (alongside classmate Ximena Alvarez-Bravo) at the MODE Fest in Prague, further cementing his status as a rising designer. This summer, he will intern with NBBJ’s Studio 7, gaining valuable industry experience.
Looking ahead, Cody aspires to establish himself in the design industry and one day become a design professor. His goal is to give back to future students, just as his mentors have done for him. Cody Pham’s achievements reflect his dedication to creativity, leadership, and community, and we look forward to seeing the continued impact he will have on the design world.
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