Wright House of Fashion launches Iowa’s first graphic design apprenticeship program

By: John LohmanAnnie Smith Barkalow|April 8, 2025

|5 min read

Graphic design apprentice Wisdom Konu (left) looks over André Wright’s shoulder as the two discuss Mr. Konu’s progress in the program. CREDIT ANNIE SMITH BARKALOW

Graphic design apprentice Wisdom Konu (left) looks over André Wright’s shoulder as the two discuss Mr. Konu’s progress in the graphic design apprenticeship program. CREDIT ANNIE SMITH BARKALOW

Scroll through the list of apprenticeships on Iowa Workforce Development’s website and you’ll find a plethora of opportunities for future plumbers, electricians, HVAC technicians and welders, but next to nothing in the creative field.

André Wright is determined to change that.

Mr. Wright, founder of Iowa City-based Wright House of Fashion, a nonprofit organization that inspires and engages youth in collaborative…

Want to Read More?

Get immediate, unlimited access to all subscriber content and much more.

Learn more in our subscriber FAQ.

Subscribe

OR

Login

Unparalleled business coverage of the Iowa City / Cedar Rapids corridor.Immediate access to subscriber-only content on our website.26 issues per year delivered digitally, in print or both.Support locally owned and operated journalism.

Do you want to read and share this article without a paywall?

Click here to purchase a paywall bypass link

Annie also writes the Innovation Watch Newsletter - Sign up here

Wright House of Fashion launches Iowa’s first graphic design apprenticeship program

Want to Read More?

YOU MIGHT ALSO LIKE