Tsfat, Israel

Graphic Design is clearly defined as giving meaningful, visual form to communication.

Our vision is to be internationally acclaimed as a leader in design education, research and practice.  Accreditation from the Council on Higher Education is not an option, but a mandatory requirement.

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SSD will encourage students to develop appropriate conceptual and technical problem solving skills enabling successful and meaningful Design. Our courses will prepare students for the field where they will be independently thinking, socially conscious professionals. Our service-learning design studios will provide pro-bono visual and conceptual expertise to local and regional non-profit organizations.

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Israel currently has only five major institutions for design study--2 of which are in Jerusalem.

Safed is globablly recognized for its Artist Quarter and Galleries. It is home to the Kahn of the White Donkey (Music Academy), and the Tsfat Community Players (fine theater). 

Safed (Hebrew: צְפַת‬ Tsfat) is located in the Northern District of Israel, in the upper Galilee. Since the 16th century, Safed has been considered one of the Four Holy Cities, along with Jerusalem, Hebron and Tiberias. It is recognized as the capital of Kabbalah.

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We need your help investing in the future of Visual Communication. Our mission is to open the Safed School of Design within 3 years. Please donate to our Go Fund Me campaign.

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