Groundwork Activity Questions

First - In the student group of AIGA I must take care in the fact that they are trying create a network of graphic designers. Even though I am an insider I still need to consider the way I act around the group. Many members may be annoyed that I am taking detailed notes about the group. I will have to politely explain to them the reason I am taking the field notes. I will most likely do things and activities in the way th group want me to.

Second -

1. When did the group start at Kent State University?
2. What is the primary goal of AIGA?
3. What are the benefits of becoming a member of AIGA.
4. Do you have to be a graphic designer or graphic design student to become a member of the organization?
5. What is the most exciting event or activity you have been involved in with AIGA?
6. Have you personally won any of the design contests that AIGA has sponsored?

Third - AIGA is not like many of the other student cultures that have a stick code of conduct or secret rituals to follow. It is a very laid back atmosphere. To get the most out of the group it is best to get involved with a part of running the group. For example there are jobs in communication such as the AIGA twitter, website, and blog. There also job is outreach and finding students who want to get involved in the group. An outsider would need to know basic knowledge of graphic design to understand much of what is discussed in the meetings. The outsider would need to be polite to other group members and would need to get involved in one or more parts of the group.