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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 Assistant Professor John Arroyo, 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

Aurora Tang: Critical Conversations Lecture
Oct5
Aurora Tang: Critical Conversations Lecture Oct 5 Lawrence Hall
Sustainable Cities Year Program - Salem Kickoff Celebration
Oct18
Sustainable Cities Year Program - Salem Kickoff Celebration Oct 18 Gerlinger Hall
Motomichi: “Exploring Fear, Curiosity, and Shared Connections across Artistic Media”
Oct19
Motomichi: “Exploring Fear, Curiosity, and Shared Connections across Artistic Media” Oct 19 Lawrence Hall
Gracelee Lawrence: “Digital Materiality: Tense Pixels”
Oct26
Gracelee Lawrence: “Digital Materiality: Tense Pixels” Oct 26 Lawrence Hall
Graduate School Fair
Nov8
Graduate School Fair Nov 8 Erb Memorial Union (EMU)
Leslie Jones: “Coded: Art Enters the Computer Age, 1952-1982”
Nov16
Leslie Jones: “Coded: Art Enters the Computer Age, 1952-1982” Nov 16 Lawrence Hall
Special Collections Research Fellows Speaker Series: Zoey Kambour, 2023 Martha Thorsland Baker Fellow
Dec21
Special Collections Research Fellows Speaker Series: Zoey Kambour, 2023 Martha Thorsland Baker Fellow Dec 21