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Becoming an Interior Designer
Posted December 16th, 2020

By 2020 graduate, Kirsi Cushing

What was I doing? Was this an actual possibility, or a spur of the moment decision brought on by my frustration? Honestly, it was probably a little bit of both, but something felt right about it all, like this is where I needed to go, this was what I needed to do to find out once and for all, what I was meant to do with this creativity running through me.

When I stepped inside Stevens Institute for the first time, I felt a sense of belonging flood over me. It felt like a place that wanted it’s students not only to work hard and learn material, but thrive as they refined their skills. I felt all the more inspired as the tour continued on, and by its end, there was something deep down within me that knew, this was where I needed to be.

The rest is history. The next three years proved to be some of the most challenging, and yet most incredibly purposeful years of my life. I was brought to my breaking point, faced difficulties and curveballs I was not anticipating, but with each one, I became stronger and more certain that I was no longer an artist without a niche, but a designer with the goal of creating livable artwork through the medium of interior spaces.

I would not trade my experience at Stevens Institute for anything, because it gave me a sturdy foundation, reinforced by the challenges I faced along the way, and now, it is more than ready to be built upon as I journey into the mysterious post-grad years before me. It took a wrong turn, a leap of faith, and a 3 year journey at a college that allowed me to thrive and grow, but now I know, without a doubt in my mind, I am meant to be in this field, I am an Interior Designer.

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2021: Here we come!
Posted December 14th, 2020

With five start dates in 2021, you can pick the best time to get started with a degree program you're passionate about. See when our terms begin and schedule your tour today.

Spring 1 | January 4, 2021
Spring 2 | March 15, 2021
Summer | May 24, 2021
Fall 1 | August 2, 2021
Fall 2 | October 11, 2021

Ready to set up your in-person or vitural tour? Or do you have questions about what Siba has to offer? Contact us today to learn more. We're excited to meet you!

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Apply for Fall 1 Term
Posted May 27th, 2020

We're enrolling now for our Fall 1 term! Join us August 3rd and take advantage of Siba's hands-on programs and nuturing educational envrionrment. The deadline to apply is July 23rd.
Contact an admissions representative to learn more, or submit an application on our website to get started!

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Virtual Tours Now Available
Posted May 27th, 2020

Being stuck at home doesn’t mean you have to be stuck in a rut. If you’ve been thinking about pursuing one of Siba’s hands-on programs, but haven’t had a chance to check out our campus, there’s never been a better time to reach out. Schedule a virtual tour to meet with an admissions representative one-on-one, and explore the campus floor-by-floor. See how students utilize our labs and classrooms, learn how you can benefit from our programs, and find out how to get your application submitted. All you need is your computer or smart phone. We’re enrolling now for our Summer and Fall terms. We’d love to meet you! Click here to contact an admissions representive.

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Enrolling NOW for Summer Term!
Posted March 24th, 2020

We're enrolling now for our term starting on May 26th. Learn more by contacting us today!

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