Sean Cygan, the South Carolina Representative for Savannah College of Art and Design, visited our school on August 27. He met with seniors then spoke at Open Forum. Sean is a proud SCAD alumnus who graduated two years ago with a degree in animation. Sean shared his experiences as a SCAD student and talked about its many advantages for people who are interested in a successful career in the arts. “Learn now what you need for the future,” he advised, reflecting on how his passion for animation and storytelling shaped his college experience and career path.

Sean told us that SCAD offers a global learning experience with four different locations, including a campus in Savannah and in Atlanta; in Lacoste, a medieval village in France; and an online program. Among them, the Atlanta campus stands out as the most popular, and is referred to as the “Hollywood of the South.” It is also home to the university’s annual AnimationFest. Since its founding in 1978, SCAD has cemented its reputation as one of the leading art and design institutions in the world.   

“Resources we offer are to help you build connections,” Sean explained, emphasizing how networking and collaboration are major parts of the SCAD experience. He also noted that currently Georgia ranks number one in film production in the United States, providing students with unique opportunities to form professional connections and to gain real-world experiences. 

We thank Sean Cygan for taking the time to remind us that college is not just about finding your passion, but making connections that could affect your future career path.

By Eleanor