The United Nations Population Fund asked Designmatters to partner in creating a call to action in support of their goals in advancing human rights for young people.
In this iteration of the UNCOOL studio set, Advertising students created an anti-gun violence campaign to serve a diverse population of at-risk youth.
"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
Students address the daily challenges and aspirations of greater Pasadena’s at-risk teenagers and set out to design an art park to foster safe, artistic expression.
Summer 2011- Host Department: Graphic Design
A studio focusing on public education and action strategies to address the crisis of sea level rise, in partnership with the Aquarium of the Pacific.
“Sustainability remains the most important idea of the 21st century: that is, that a regenerative and reciprocal relationship with the planet (and its inhabitants) is possible and will ensure our survival.”
Heidrun Mumper-Drumm, Product Design, H&S and Graphic Design Faculty & Director of Sustainability Initiatives
Students from the Illustration Department created an exhibition that speaks to the topic of older adults and HIV/AIDS awareness.
This seminar examines the history of community-based art and design practices through a collaboration anchored in the historic Watts Art Towers district of Los Angeles.