Studios
- Global Leadership
- Civic Innovation
- Campus Transformation
- Conversations
The Design Lab’s work includes transformative changes to the institutional processes and physical environment of the university itself.
As our society grapples with critical questions about civic and social justice, equity, and inclusion, the Design Lab has sponsored a series on Power, Privilege, and Ethical Responses (PPER). The series has primarily focused on addressing anti-racism, particularly in relation to the experiences of Black communities. Part of this initiative is a series of Studio Sessions, designed to share tools that address the experiences of our Black community, in hopes of bridging existing gaps between the historical precedent and current calls to action. These interactive sessions are intended to foster dialogue, nurturing communication, and self-reflection to build empathy and ethical responsibility among participants. Expert speakers address issues affecting Black communities, ranging from the structures of anti-Blackness and White fragility to voter suppression, education, the school-to-prison pipeline, environmental racism, and much more. Leadership and key team members: Michèle Morris, Emily Knapp, Eric Hekler, Camille Nebeker, Brian McInnis, Lilly Irani, Stephanie Sherman, Teenah Eco, and the Junior Designer team.