UCDA Events

SOPs & Sanity: How Creatives Tame the Chaos Let’s talk shop: As creative professionals, writing Standard Operating Procedures for higher education can be a challenge as we balance structure with flexibility and documentation with design. Join fellow creatives for an …

2025 UCDA Design Conference: Resilience UCDA is going back to Cali! Join us in iconic Pasadena, California, for the 55th annual UCDA Design Conference: November 10-13, 2025. This year we draw inspiration from the strength of the communities in Greater Los …

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 …

Conference Recap Whether you missed out on this year’s design conference or just need a refresher, join the conversation as we unpack the key takeaways, memorable moments, and standout highlights. Share your perspectives, gain fresh insights, and engage in a …

Jingle and Mingle: Holiday Party Join your fellow UCDA members and friends for our annual end-of-year virtual holiday gathering. Discuss your successes from the year and your goals for 2026. This event is BYOE (Bring Your Own Eggnog). You can …