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The problem
Building a sustainable, equitable world
To innovate with purpose and impact, tomorrow's designers must know how to take a collaborative, empathetic, human-centered approach.
The solution
Transdisciplinary social impact projects
A cross-departmental program partners students with public, private, and non-profit organizations to create viable solutions with real-world impact.
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The role of design
Designmatters students use best practices — and the best design software — to collaborate across disciplines including graphic design, illustration, environmental design, product design, interaction design, photography, and film.
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Impact
More than 850 students have participated in 100 Designmatters projects, from designing low-cost furniture to addressing water poverty—and have seen their work implemented roughly 80 percent of the time.
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Learn more about Designmatters
For long-term success, Designmatters continues to help partners refine outcomes and secure further resources even after individual projects end.
We want to provide faculty, students, alumni and partners with the tools and aspiration to shape the future for a more sustainable and equitable world.
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