With pride and joy we announce the US Citizenship of our founding principal Hansjörg Göritz. His Honor, Harry S Mattice Jr, United States District Judge, took the oath. Nine years into a dedicated commitment to elevate students' cultural and professional design awareness, Prof Göritz has grown roots in this nation's ideals. His own ideals and experiences to this country's inherent diversity will no doubt help advancing design excellence where his industrious contribution is being invited.