Jessica Willis Exhibits Artwork in York College's Graphic Design Senior Exhibition

2012 Apr 4

Jessica Willis of Middletown will exhibit artwork in York College's Graphic Design Senior Exhibition, which opens on April 13 in York College Galleries. Willis is the daugher of Bill Willis of Elkton, Md., and Lucy Willis of Middletown, Del.. Willis' senior project, "Modig," is a journal system to encourage personal development and growth through facing one's fears. "The project developed from the idea of a bucket list, and eventually evolved to encompass a wider variety of experiences to encourage people of all ages to face even small fears as a way to open themselves up to new opportunities," said Willis. "Modig," which means "brave" in Danish, consists of a mobile application and journal series representing three-, six-, eight- and 12-month periods. "It hasn't been an easy journey, but it has definitely been a great experience. Although academically the culmination of my college career will be represented by my diploma, to me nothing will be able to beat the sense of accomplishment and success of planning, creating, and exhibiting my senior project," said Willis.

Graphic design majors present thematically cohesive bodies of work showcasing the skills and techniques they have acquired at the College before leaving to pursue careers as professional artists and designers. The students work collectively during their final semester to refine their creative vision and learn to present themselves and their work in a professional manner. This process culminates with an exhibition of their work and Senior Portfolio Presentations.

Located in southcentral Pennsylvania, York College offers more than 50 baccalaureate majors in professional programs, the sciences and humanities to its 4,600 undergraduate students. The College also offers master's programs in business, education and nursing. A center of affordable academic excellence, York is dedicated to the intellectual, professional and social growth of its students. The College helps them develop a concrete plan to attain academic growth and career success; encourages them to try in the "real world" what they learn in the classroom; and prepares them to be professionals in whatever career they pursue.