Whilst undertaking some extensive research into The Future of Design Education, I came across a beautiful piece of creative writing, from Lap Le, a Graphic Design Student at Oregon State University.

“To me, there was once a time when designers were warriors—trained and battle-hardened. They honored their craft, and practiced their bodies and minds to perfect it. The weak died, the strong lived and everyone in between knew that line…

I read and research everything I can and will continue to do so, but I question whether this will be enough to survive against a rising force. Deep down I know that the core principals I learn will provide sustenance and sustainability, but for every one of them that fails, a hundred will replace them. Will they overwhelm us? And if so, how will design, and our roles, be affected when everyone becomes a ‘designer’?”

Ref:
Le, L. (2006). The New Battlefield. New York: AIGA.