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1 year 1 monthDr. Ahmad Eissa Aloumi is an Assistant Professor at the College of Architecture, Kuwait University. He specializes in Visual Communication Design, with research interests in design thinking, color perception, and visual communication. Dr. Aloumi is passionate about nurturing creative problem-solving and providing students with an engaging, contemporary learning experience that bridges theory and practice.
Research Interests:
Visual communication design, design education, color contrast perception, branding, and design thinking.
Ph.D. in Design – Bournemouth University, United Kingdom, 2013
Dissertation: The Effect of Colour Contrast Combinations on the Simplicity and Complexity of Design.
Master of Fine Arts (MFA) in Graphic Design – Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT), United States, 2008
Thesis: Timing Considerations in Visual Communication.
Bachelor’s Degree in Interior Design (Minor in Art Education) – Public Authority for Applied Education and Training (PAAET), Kuwait, 2002
- Teaching undergraduate courses in Visual Communication Design, focusing on design thinking, branding, and color perception.
- Supervising student projects and guiding design research development.
- Contributing to curriculum development and alignment with academic accreditation standards.
- Serving on departmental and college committees, including academic affairs, scheduling, and program review.
- Engaging in research and publication in the fields of design education, communication design, and color theory.
- Supporting the creative and professional growth of students through mentorship and academic advising.
Professional Experience (English):
Assistant Professor – Kuwait University, College of Architecture
Department of Communication Design & Interior
2013 – Present
- Teach and develop courses in Visual Communication Design, Typography, Branding, and Design Thinking.
- Conduct research on color perception, design simplicity and complexity, and visual communication strategies.
- Serve in key academic and administrative roles, including Acting Chair of the Department and Head of multiple committees such as Academic Affairs, University Program, and Scheduling.
- Mentor undergraduate students and guide research-based studio projects.
Graduate Assistant – Kuwait University, College for Women
2003 – 2006
- Assisted in establishing art and design studios and contributed to the college’s visual identity and publications.
- Participated in design and layout projects for campus applications and exhibitions.
- Visual Communication Design
Color Theory and Perception in Design
Design Thinking and Methodology
Branding and Identity Systems
Design Education and Pedagogy
Information and Data Visualization
Design Studio I (Type & Image); Design Studio II (Identity Systems); Design Studio III (Social Design); Design Studio IV (Capstone Project); Typography I; Typography II; Brand and Brand Management; Design Management & Professional Practice; Illustration II; Color and Design; Color and Perception in Design; Special Topics in Design (Data Visualization); Studio Applications I (Summer Course); Visual Communication Design Fundamentals.
Teaching Focus: Visual communication, typography, design systems and branding, message making, and problem solving.
- Aloumi, A. E. (2013). The effect of colour contrast combinations on the simplicity and complexity of design.Doctoral dissertation, Bournemouth University, United Kingdom. Available at http://eprints.bournemouth.ac.uk/20966/
- Aloumi, A. E., Noroozi, S., Eves, B., & Dupac, M. (2013). The impact of color contrast on the perception of complexity–simplicity of design product. International Journal of Design Creativity and Innovation, 1(4). https://doi.org/10.1080/21650349.2013.773879
- Aloumi, A. E. (2008). Timing considerations in visual communication. Master of Fine Arts thesis, Rochester Institute of Technology, New York, USA.