UCDA inspires designers working in academia in North America and around the world by delivering relevant programming and benefits in a personal and thoughtful way. The organization provides for the professional and personal growth of its members, and advocates for designers’ and educators’ roles within their institution. UCDA works to elevate the importance of design overall.
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Design Conference Add-On: Cyanotype Workshop with Amina Cruz
Westin Pasadena
191 North Los Robles
Pasadena, California 91101
Design Conference Add-On:Cyanotype Workshop with Amina Cruz Tuesday, November 11 12:30-2:30 p.m.Westin PasadenaCost: $50 Note: This workshop is an add-on event for attendees of the 2025 Design Conference only. Register for the 2025 UCDA Design Conference. Workshop DescriptionEarly photographers used a method called cyanotypes, or sun prints, which involved placing objects on sp…
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Design Conference Add-On: Offsite Lunch & Learn with Typecraft
Typecraft
2040 East Walnut Street
Pasadena, California 91107
Design Conference Add-On:Offsite Lunch & Learn with Typecraft Wednesday, November 12 12:30-1:30 p.m.Typecraft, Wood, and Jones2040 East Walnut Street, Pasadena, CA 91107Cost: $25 (inlcudes lunch and transportation) Shuttle departs Westin Pasadena at 12:15 p.m. and returns at approximately 1:45 p.m. Note: This lunch & learn is an add-on event for attendees of the 2025 Design C…
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Design Conference Add-On: Offsite Visit to ArtCenter
ArtCenter College of Design
1700 Lida Street
Pasadena, California 91103
Design Conference Add-On:Offsite Visit to ArtCenter College of Design Thursday, November 13 9:00–11:30 a.m.ArtCenter College of Design, Hillside Campus1700 Lida St, Pasadena, CA 91103FREE (inlcudes round trip transportation) Shuttle departs Westin Pasadena at 8:30 a.m. and returns at approximately 12:00 p.m. Note: This event is an add-on event for attendees of the 2025 Design C…
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UCDA JOURNAL
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Meadville Lombard Theological School’s Design Renaissance: Crafting an Inclusive Identity
July 16, 2025At a time when many institutions rely on tradition to define their brand, Meadville Lombard Theological School saw an opportunity to do something different—something deeply personal. Their new visual identity, anchored by a honey badger mascot named Theo, isn’t just a logo refresh. It’s a full-on embrace of inclusive design tha…
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The Value and Benefit of Being a UCDA Member
April 15, 2025It is more important and valuable than ever to be an active member of a professional association such as UCDA. Only UCDA offers specific professional development, community, networking, and resources for designers who work in education and for design educators. This article shares in detail the value and importance of being a m…
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