Introduction

Our Mission

Through research, advocacy and action, Designmatters engages, empowers and leads an ongoing exploration of art and design as a positive force in society.

Safe Niños: Holistic Healing Environments at Concepcíon Campus

 

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The Aesthetics of Power: What Makes Good Design

 

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A GOOD STOPPING POINT: SMOKING CESSATION CAMPAIGNS FOR LGBTQIA+

 

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"Art can create awareness and open a dialogue about topics that people wouldn’t otherwise talk about."

Sharon Levy, Product Design, Student

Safe Niños: Games, Stories, and Animations to prevent Childhood Burns

 

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Branded: How Brands Shape Ideas, Identities and Society

 

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"Because this was not just an academic exercise, I learned so much about messaging, keeping things consistent, and understanding the psychology of a real campaign."

Liz Levin, Advertising, Student

The (Re)Search for Inclusive Healthcare

 

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Designing Advocacy: Arts Education + Graphic Design Implementation

 

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Designing for Green Justice: Protecting the White Sage Campaign

 

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DESIGNMATTERS MINOR IN SOCIAL INNOVATION

A transcripted course of study for ArtCenter undergraduate students in social innovation

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FELLOWSHIP PROGRAM

ArtCenter students are embedded in host organizations for one full 14-week academic term to work on high-level projects.

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Graduation and Grad Show: Fall 2023

Saturday, December 16th

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“It is one thing to know and design for an ‘end user’, but it’s another to sit across from someone in their own living room and hear their personal story. It humanizes the work we do and gives it meaning and value.”

Narbeh Dereghishian, Product Design '10,