The Institute of Visual Communication (IVC) at the International University of Beirut (BIU) is a space for academic research and study in the field of visual communication ranging from fine arts, graphic, interior, fashion, digital, and product design to media, animation and motion picture. The IVC work is in correlation with the BIU research centres.
Vision
The IVC is a fountainhead of new ideas and innovation in design and technology, an institute providing a firm ground for creativity to flourish, new ideas to be researched and for the innovators of tomorrow to emerge. The IVC will dynamically place BIU on the map of cultural activities in Beirut and to position the SA at the highest level of credibility as an academic and research hub for its faculty and students.
Mission Statement
The IVC is to provide an academic space for interdisciplinary research, studies, and documentation around a wide array of subjects in arts, media, and design. The IVC is committed to drawing attention to visual communication and its influential capacity on humanity. It strives to organize complimentary activities throughout the year, such as lectures, seminars, and workshops along with specialized training programs. Furthermore, it induces the International University faculty members to obtain higher academic ranking through research projects.
The IVC helps in achieving excellent standards of quality research in design and design education by keeping pace with rapidly changing technological climate and prepare creative and technical faculty for global standards and new challenges acceptance.
Mission Objectives
- To encourage faculty members in getting involved in various visual communication research disciplines and provide them with suitable environment for it.
- To organizing and curate ongoing public events including lectures, seminars, conferences and workshops.
- To provide certified co-curricular and targeted training programs.
- To provide assistance to faculty members and scholars in publication and recognition acquisition.
- To emphasize the vital role of visual communication professional practices, responsibilities and impact on society.
- To strive for excellence in development and deployment of design practices and research.
Portals
The IVC portals currently include, but are not restricted to:
- Politics of the Machines
- Arab Revolutions
- Digital Economy
- Fragmented Media
- Typography & Visual Design
Portals
The IVC portals includes but are not restricted to:
- The illustration and animation Portal
- The Typography Portal
- The digital Media Portal
- The Furniture Design Portal