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.
UCDA: connecting, inspiring, and supporting a creative community in education
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Creative Conversations
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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 open conversation about what’s worked, where we’ve struggled, and how we can create clearer, more sustainable…
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2025 UCDA Design Conference: Resilience
2025 design conference
Westin Pasadena
191 North Los Robles
Pasadena, California 91101
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 Angeles and from the resilient spirit of individuals and communities across the country. We invite you to join us in celebrating Re…
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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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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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