Mary Anna LaFratta

Mary Anna LaFratta is a Professor in the School of Art and Design at Western Carolina University, part of the David Orr Belcher College of Fine and Performing Arts. She specializes in graphic design, teaching courses in interactive media, web design, and motion graphics. Her research focuses on digital animation, visual communications, and the application of technology to explore contemporary social and cultural issues.

Education:

• MFA, Virginia Commonwealth University, Design-Visual Communications
• BFA, Virginia Commonwealth University

Her creative work integrates digital and interactive media to address human experiences and societal themes. She emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration, involving students in multidisciplinary projects that bridge theory and practice.