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A unique academic ecosystem, the College of Design comprises not only creative practitioners—artists, architects, and designers—but also social scientists, humanities scholars, engineers, economists, biologists, planners, and policy makers. Using diverse methods, we are engaging critical questions and tackling complex problems.


 

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Research Spotlight

A Brighter Future

The newly launched UO Pacific Northwest Just Futures Institute for Racial and Climate Justice was made possible by a historic $4.52 million grant from the Andrew W. Mellon Foundation. Directed by School of Planning, Public Policy and Management, leaders in the College of Design are joining forces with the College of Arts and Sciences, and community-based partners, to do the deep, meaningful, and urgent equity work that will envision and realize a just future for the Pacific Northwest.

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Ecology

We tackle urgent ecological challenges through many lenses. Revealing, understanding, caring for, and reviving vibrant ecosystems and a healthy environment for all species is a deep vein running through our work.

Speculation

We are dynamic explorers with diverse tools. Through imagination, experimentation, analysis, and creation, we grapple with thorny problems, discover new interpretations, and open uncharted territory.

Justice

We are dedicated to building a more just and inclusive future. Anti-racist actions and social equity questions are embedded in what we do—engaging civic life, shaping the built environment, and creating new imaginaries.

Wonder

We ask bold questions and make unexpected connections, aiming to engage, enrich, and inspire through the things we make and the stories we tell. Catalyzing curiosity, awe, and empathy opens new potentials.


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Events

"In The Eye of The Beholder" - Foyer Gallery
Nov6
"In The Eye of The Beholder" - Foyer Gallery Nov 6 Lawrence Hall
"Layers" - Washburn Gallery
Nov6
"Layers" - Washburn Gallery Nov 6 Ceramics Building
"Oddity" - LaVerne Krause Gallery
Nov6
"Oddity" - LaVerne Krause Gallery Nov 6 Lawrence Hall
Let's Talk - Wednesdays Noon-2MP (Peterson Hall/Zoom)
Nov6
Let's Talk - Wednesdays Noon-2MP (Peterson Hall/Zoom) Nov 6 Peterson Hall
A New Approach for Sustainable Urban Design: Introducing ‘The Sustainable Urban Design Handbook’ with Nico Larco and Kaarin Knudson 
Nov6
A New Approach for Sustainable Urban Design: Introducing ‘The Sustainable Urban Design Handbook’ with Nico Larco and Kaarin Knudson  Nov 6 Lawrence Hall
Courageous Civility with Shola Richards
Nov7
Courageous Civility with Shola Richards Nov 7 Erb Memorial Union (EMU)
Mass Plywood Panel (MPP) Workforce Housing Prototype Open House
Nov7
Mass Plywood Panel (MPP) Workforce Housing Prototype Open House Nov 7 A.A. "Red" Emmerson Advanced Wood Products Lab 
Tyler Hays: The Art of Making Everything, Davis Family Lecture
Nov7
Tyler Hays: The Art of Making Everything, Davis Family Lecture Nov 7 Lawrence Hall
"Oddity" - Reception
Nov7
"Oddity" - Reception Nov 7 Lawrence Hall
Julie Eizenberg: Material Issues
Nov8
Julie Eizenberg: Material Issues Nov 8 Lawrence Hall
"A Model for Solidifying the Direct Relationship Between Distance and Perception" - Washburn Gallery
Nov11
"A Model for Solidifying the Direct Relationship Between Distance and Perception" - Washburn Gallery Nov 11 Ceramics Building
"Intimate Portraits" - Foyer Gallery
Nov11
"Intimate Portraits" - Foyer Gallery Nov 11 Lawrence Hall
Disabled and Neurodivergent Graduate Student Time Together
Nov12
Disabled and Neurodivergent Graduate Student Time Together Nov 12 Susan Campbell Hall
DSGN Dean's Discourse
Nov12
DSGN Dean's Discourse Nov 12 Lawrence Hall
Graduate School Fair 2024
Nov13
Graduate School Fair 2024 Nov 13 Erb Memorial Union (EMU)
Katharina Körber: Build Interactions
Nov13
Katharina Körber: Build Interactions Nov 13 Highland Hall
28th Annual Student Jewelry Sale
Nov14
28th Annual Student Jewelry Sale Nov 14 Lawrence Hall
How to Manage Stress, Rejection & the Haters in Your Midst
Nov14
How to Manage Stress, Rejection & the Haters in Your Midst Nov 14
Book Disciplines Workshop Series: Revising the Dissertation and Other First Book Problems
Nov14
Book Disciplines Workshop Series: Revising the Dissertation and Other First Book Problems Nov 14
Alex Hubbard: "Building Your Own Projector"
Nov14
Alex Hubbard: "Building Your Own Projector" Nov 14 Lawrence Hall