Education "The beautiful thing about learning is nobody can take it away from you." - B.B. King


Teaching Philosophy

As someone who attended a design program at a four year university, I experienced learning software programs and procedures that were obsolete and didn't realize it until I got a job in the design industry...

I vowed that as a teacher I want to make sure my students are truly prepared for the assignments they will have to do as working professionals. I want my students to never have to say "I don't know how to do that" when asked to perform a task as a graphic designer. Design theory and basic composition lessons are good to know, but I also want my students to know how to use industry standard software to complete the projects they are likely to encounter when working in the field.

Diversity Statement

My philosophy with diversity in the classroom is simply to be understanding and flexible.

One can seldom understand the struggles our students are going through on a day to day basis, especially those that come from a background that we as teachers might be unfamiliar with. It is important to give students the benefit of the doubt and trust that if they communicate with you and let you know of issues they are having in life and in their studies, to just be willing to show that you understand and are willing to work something out with them. I also believe in making sure I offer any extra help or guidance they might need. Teachers should be mentors, not just an authority figure with rigid rules.

My Skills

  • Photoshop 100%

  • Illustrator 100%

  • 3D 85%

  • Page Layout 90%

  • Web 30%

  • Meaningless Graphs 100%

Hello

  • Scott Fustin

  • Graphic Designer/Educator

I have spent the last 25 years working in the field of graphic design. First as a designer at a small local design firm, then as a professor at Rock Valley College in Rockford, IL. I am proficient in all print and design software with an additional special place in my heart for 3D modeling, laser and vinyl cutting, and screen printing. In all these years I have never grown tired of graphic arts and I look forward to following the latest trends and innovations that keep this field fun and exciting.