What are the elements of propaganda that we can spot and recognize to make ourselves aware of it in everyday life? Propaganda infiltrates thought and design across multiple dimensions. Psychologically, it manipulates emotions and biases to shape perception. In Interior Design, space and atmosphere reinforce ideology through monuments, halls, and color schemes. Graphic design amplifies persuasion with typography, imagery, and repetition that bypass rational analysis. Political science reveals its broader function as a tool of power, framing issues to restrict debate and mobilize support. Together, these perspectives show propaganda as a multidimensional force shaping environments, visuals, and emotions underscoring the need to question not only what is said but how it is designed and experienced.
Mobolaji Akande (Mo) is an international student at Salem College, double-majoring in Psychology and Pre-Art Therapy. She’s passionate about understanding how people think, feel, and grow, and she loves exploring how creativity can be used as a tool for healing. Being an international student has shaped her perspective, giving her a deep appreciation for culture, identity, and community. On campus, she’s curious, driven, and always looking for ways to connect what she learns in class to real life. Mo hopes to continue exploring the intersection between art, health, and identity and also create safe, expressive spaces where people can heal, grow, and feel seen.
Annemarie Hutchens is a twenty one year old graduating senior. When she became disabled she recognized the lack of education and inclusivity of the disabled community in society. Her mission with all projects is to make the world more accessible and to provide disability education.
Lenora Jordan is a multidisciplinary artist from Winston-Salem, North Carolina, who began creating art at a young age. She works primarily in mixed media, acrylic, and drawing, exploring themes of movement, expression, and identity. Currently majoring in Graphic Design and Studio Art, Lenora continues to expand her creative practice while gaining professional experience through her work in customer service roles.
Sylvetta Swann is a senior who is majoring in Political Science and Business Administration. She has dedicated many years to her respective degree programs and plans to transition into law school. Her ultimate goal is to have a degree in juris prudence, which means she will be a judge. Sylvetta Swann is most passionate about her career goals because she will be able to participate in a profession that helps her advocate on the behalf of others who may be disenfranchised, protect the rights of individuals who may not know their rights, and more importantly uplift the community she lives in through education and proper enforcement of laws.