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How to design social change (by Claire Manibog)

August 13, 2010

via the MANIBLOG If only there was an easy answer… Designers are well-equipped to get closer to it, though. As an inherently systems-based discipline, design is about understanding the audience, communicating effectively and harnessing form and function, all of which are essential to social change. Design thinking has become a much talked-about approach that can … Continue reading How to design social change (by Claire Manibog)

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Milton Glaser and the designer as citizen (by Claire Manibog)

via the MANIBLOG It’s always a thrill to hear Milton Glaser speak. As the brain behind the iconic identity I Love New York and as co-founder of New York Magazine, Glaser has become a legend in American graphic design. It’s Glaser’s experience and intellect that always make for his refreshing and grounding insights into the design field. That’s … Continue reading Milton Glaser and the designer as citizen (by Claire Manibog)

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July 29th: A long and fruitful journey – by Peyton Rowe

August 1, 2010

Thursday, July 29th proved to be just as challenging as every previous Thursday in the Impact program but under the leadership of Deborah, it ended with much celebration. The morning was spent in our Team Project class session where each group got one-on-one time with a professional who was connected with and/or very knowledgable in the … Continue reading July 29th: A long and fruitful journey – by Peyton Rowe

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