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Introduction
The Designmatters educational platform at ArtCenter College of Design joins collaboration with experimentation, experience with reflection, problem-solving with problem-discovery, and purpose with action.
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.
"As designers we need to remain accountable, with measureable outcomes and ways of making small moves to create big impacts."
Stephanie Dhillon, Environmental Design, Student
ALTOGETHER NOW! TRANSDISCIPLINARY STUDIO COURSES ALLOW STUDENTS TO COLLABORATE ACROSS DIFFERENT MAJORS
ArtCenter / September 2019
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"The chance to work with real people with real needs is an invaluable learning experience for students."
Simon Johnston, Graphic Design, Faculty
Engage + Envision + Empower: Creating a Safe Sex Culture in the City of Long Beach
Building Trust, Bridging Divides: Visual Communication/Branding Programming for the City of Long Beach Police Department and Community
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"As designers we need to remain accountable, with measureable outcomes and ways of making small moves to create big impacts."
Stephanie Dhillon, Environmental Design, Student
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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