In an inspiring display of community spirit and collaboration, PLC Detroit, the only Historically Black College and University (HBCU) in the nation dedicated to design, has teamed up with Lace Up Detroit to launch the "Providing Laces for Change" sne ...
Posted Thursday, November 20th 2025 at 11:07AM
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In the city recognized as a budding fashion hub, a growing community of designers is revitalizing its historic Avenue of Fashion, setting the stage for a remarkable event at PLC Detroit, the only design-focused HBCU in the country. Two-time Academy A ...
Posted Wednesday, October 1st 2025 at 4:31PM
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PLC Detroit is thrilled to announce a major step towards reopening the first design-focused HBCU with the launch of its inaugural Associate of Applied Science (AAS) programs, developed with the support of longtime education partner Foot Locker.
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Posted Thursday, June 12th 2025 at 6:05PM
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PLC Detroit, in partnership with NIKE, is proud to announce FUTURE SOLE PLC powered by NIKE 2.0—an exclusive, industry-certified design program that now includes an online learning component. This addition unlocks opportunities for HBCU students na ...
Posted Tuesday, April 15th 2025 at 3:28PM
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Pensole Lewis College (PLC), AAA - The Auto Club Group (ACG), and the National Black Footwear Forum (BFF) have partnered to highlight the three winning artists from the MARKT’D: Art on Canvas program, which took place in Detroit in September 2024 d ...
Posted Monday, February 24th 2025 at 12:39PM
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The application deadline has been extended to January 20, 2025! Pensole Lewis College (PLC) is seeking BOLD DESIGNERS. It is proud to announce its partnership with PepsiCo Design & Innovation to launch an online seven-week Graphic and Packaging Desig ...
Posted Monday, January 13th 2025 at 2:58PM
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Pensole Lewis College (PLC Detroit), the only design-focused Historically Black College and University (HBCU), is thrilled to announce the launch of PLC LIGHT SCHOOL - a free evening program created in collaboration with StockX and the Detroit Piston ...
Posted Friday, December 13th 2024 at 8:19PM
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Application Deadline: Sunday, December 29, 2024, @ 11:59 PM ET! Apply at www.plcdetroit.com/lightschool
Pensole Lewis College (PLC Detroit), the only design-focused Historically Black College and University (HBCU), is thrilled to announce the la ...
Posted Monday, November 25th 2024 at 2:14PM
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The THREADED initiative by PLC and Foot Locker—Leading Education & Economic Development—will expand to 10 cities from January 13 to February 14, 2025. This program is focused on supporting designers of color and independent entrepreneurs, providi ...
Posted Monday, November 18th 2024 at 5:05PM
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PLC Detroit, the only design-focused HBCU, and Foot Locker, Inc., a global leader in athletic footwear and apparel, successfully launched the School of Emerging Excellence (SEE), a nationwide program aimed at recruiting the future creatives of tomorr ...
Posted Monday, November 18th 2024 at 4:39PM
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The fifth annual National Black Footwear Forum (BFF) returns to Detroit’s HBCU Pensole Lewis College (PLC Detroit), the only design-focused HBCU, in partnership with the Footwear Distributors and Retailers of America (FDRA) on September 26-29. Know ...
Posted Tuesday, September 10th 2024 at 9:31PM
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PLC Detroit, the only design-focused Historically Black College and University (HBCU) in Detroit, recently unveiled the Wilson Smith III Footwear Design STU/DEO by MillerKnoll | Nike, a state-of-the-art design space. This initiative kicked off a $3 m ...
Posted Wednesday, July 24th 2024 at 5:12PM
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PLC Detroit, the only design-focused Historically Black College and University (HBCU) in Detroit, recently unveiled the Wilson Smith III Footwear Design STU/DEO by MillerKnoll | Nike, a state-of-the-art design space. This initiative kicked off a $3 m ...
Posted Wednesday, July 24th 2024 at 5:12PM
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PLC Detroit, the only historically Black college or university (HBCU) with a focus on design, will launch "Women In Industries” (W.IN @ PLC Detroit). A product creation pathway with a focus on women-centered design across industries. The initiative ...
Posted Wednesday, July 24th 2024 at 3:51PM
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Pensole Lewis College (PLC) Detroit, the ONLY design-focused Historically Black College and University (HBCU), has partnered with global sportswear leader Nike to launch an industry-certified education program called Future Sole I PLC powered by Nike ...
Posted Monday, June 3rd 2024 at 10:41AM
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Pensole Lewis College (PLC) Detroit, the only design-focused Historically Black College and University (HBCU), has partnered with global sportswear leader Nike to launch an industry-certified education program called Future Sole | PLC powered by Nike ...
Posted Wednesday, May 29th 2024 at 12:41AM
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