Nathaniel Gulledge

Nathaniel Gulledge is an Associate Professor of Art and Coordinator of the Art Program at Coker University. He holds an M.F.A. from the Maryland Institute College of Art and a B.A. in Art (Graphic Design concentration) from Coker University. His career spans teaching, graphic design, game design, and collaborative projects focused on digital media and user experience.

Education:

• M.F.A., Graphic Design, Maryland Institute College of Art
• B.A., Art (Graphic Design), Coker University

Research & Projects: He specializes in game design (e.g., Dark Wood of Error mobile game based on Dante’s Inferno), typography, and collaborative initiatives like The Hive (a specialized design agency concept) and Imaginary Museum (a digital art platform). His work emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration and user-centric design.

Awards:

• 2014: Honorable Mention & Top Ten Finalist in the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation Records for Life Contest

Grants & Roles:

• Lead designer for Records for Life (child health records redesign)
• Exhibited Inferno mobile game at Maryland Institute College of Art (2015)
• Founder of The Hive collaborative design project (2014)

Labs/Teams: Collaborated with IDEO, Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health, and MICA’s Social Design Program on healthcare and UX projects. Currently oversees Coker’s Art Program and contributes to community initiatives like the Pee Dee Arts brand and website.