Inverness College students have designed new merchandise for the University of the Highlands and Islands.
HND Visual Communication students at Inverness College UHI were tasked with creating new design concepts, which showcased the region and the student experience in the Highlands and Islands.
The students were supported by the marketing and graphic design team at the university to ensure the new merchandise complemented the existing brand.
A small sample was then manufactured with support from the Rebel Fund, established by Prickly Thistle owner Clare Campbell, to enable students at the university to ‘disrupt thinking’ in the creative industries.
The students came up with a range of concepts, from the traditional image of the region and its geography to ones that represent the scientific and technological advances in local industry and the opportunities that exist for young people.
UHI hopes it is the starting point for a bigger project, which could see students selling their own products and services via an online university shop.
In addition to establishing the Rebel Fund, Ms Campbell is a regular donor to the university, one of a growing number of local businesses contributing to scholarship and student development funds.
She worked with BSc (Hons) Architectural Technology students at Inverness College UHI last year, setting them the challenge of designing plans for her new Black House Mill, on the Black Isle.
The students’ designs have been granted planning permission and Ms Campbell hopes the build will be completed by next summer.
