Alan Nauts

Alan Nauts is an Assistant Professor and Director of the Graphic Design Program at the University of Saint Francis. With nearly 40 years in the industry, he is an award-winning designer and educator, emphasizing student success and creative excellence. He serves on multiple boards, including the Advertising Federation of Fort Wayne and Artlink Inc. His research interests span typography, illustration, and graphic design pedagogy.

• Education: Alumni of University of Saint Francis

His work focuses on merging professional design practice with education. Notable awards include the Silver Medal Award from the American Advertising Federation and the University’s Distinguished Alumni Award. He has presented at venues like the USF Lecture Series and Artlink Contemporary Artspace exhibitions.

Alan prioritizes community involvement, serving on boards of local organizations such as the Embassy Theatre Foundation and A.S.K. Inc. His teaching portfolio includes courses like Typography and Layout, Graphic Design Theory, and Senior Project.