Jan. 31, 2022
UCDA Design Conference: Virtual Encore
Online
Bringing the Conference Experience to You—
The UCDA Design Conference has everything you want—the place, the people, and the presentations—and this past October we brought you something we have not had in over a year. We gathered for a live and in-person event!
We understand that many had road blocks to getting to the in-person event, whether it was budget- or travel-related—or for health or safety concerns. So, for the first time, we have recorded the main stage speakers and are offering you a way to take advantage of all the great content we were able to offer.
During this virtual encore event, you’ll be able to take an in-depth look at the issues and trends in design and communication communities, both in and out of educational institutions, and gain inspiration to spark your creativity and improve your collaborations.
The UCDA Design Conference is an incredibly important event for UCDA and it’s one of our favorite ways to celebrate all of you. We didn't want you to miss out just becasue you could not join us in person.
Conference photos by Matthew Lester
Take Advantage
- 11 sessions with over 12 hours of content from 13 speakers.
- Includes main stage presentations, UCDA Design Awards, the UCDA Award, and annual business meeting.
- Watch at your convenience on the conference app or conference dashboard.
- Connect with attendees who are attending virtually or attended in person.
- No travel or lodging expenses.
- Videos available to view through January 31.
The Results are In!
Hear what attendees are saying about the UCDA Design Conference!
“I thought the conference was really strong this year! I loved all the speakers!”
“I got something out of each and every speaker. This conference was exactly what I needed. Thank you, thank you, thank you.”
“Dynamic and interesting speakers.”
“Thank you. What an amazing experience you all put on. I’m so glad I came. Looking forward to next year.”
Conference Pass
The Conference Pass gets you access to all the conference main stage videos available to watch through January 31, along with access to the UCDA Design Awards portal, networking with attendees (both in-person and virtual), handouts, and resource center contacts.
In addition, we will send you a swag bag containing conference and sponsor goodies.
Conference photos by Matthew Lester
Conference Session and Speakers
You will gain access to the conference app (mobile device) and conference dashboard (computer) where you can browse and watch the content at anytime before January 31, 2022.
Sonia Avila, Southwest Airlines
Jeff Bagley, University of Utah
Jamal Collins, Creative Kids Group
Keith Gilbert, InDesign Certified Expert
Marty Gregg, ArtHouse
Rick Griffith, MATTER
Trey Laverty, Slate Group
Jess Moore, Simple and Sylvan
Carrie Phillips, Arkansas Tech University
Brian Rasmussen, University of Utah
Jeremy Slagle, Slagle Design
Donna Talarico, Hippocampus Magazine and Books
Jesse Wilson, For the Win Project
Registration
Be sure to login before you click the register button to take advantage of your UCDA member or emeritus discounted pricing.
| CONFERENCE PASS (all prices in USD) |
In-Person Regular | In-Person Early Bird |
In-Person Pre-reg Virtual Encore Regular |
Virtual Encore Cyber Monday Sale (Save 50% through Dec. 30) |
| Non-member or Subscriber . |
$1,200 | $1,075 | $950 | $475 |
| UCDA Partner Member (e.g. GDC members) Call the UCDA Home Office to register as a Partner Member . |
$1,075 | $950 | $825 | $412.50 |
| UCDA Member (Professional, Associate or Faculty) Become a member . |
$950 | $825 | $700 | $350 |
| Student |
$500 | $450 | $400 | $200 |
| UCDA Emeritus Member | $350 | $300 | $300 | $150 |
TWO WAYS TO REGISTER
1. Online
Click the “REGISTER” button at right to register online.
Note that it may take up to 24 hours to gain access to the content.
2. Call Us
Call us at 615-459-4559 and we can register you by phone. Please have your payment information available.
Conference photos by Matthew Lester
Sponsors and Exhibitors
Chair/Co-Chair
Felisha Weaver, Director of Publications and Creative Services, Arkansas Tech University
Anna McBrayer, Art Director, Fort Lewis College
Conference photos by Matthew Lester
UCDA FOUNDATION AUCTION
Each year we ask our members, speakers, sponsors, and anyone in our profession to submit items to be auctioned off during the UCDA Design Conference. Funds collected are used for the foundations's scholarships programs.
Although the auction is currently over, you may contribute to the UCDA Foundation outside of auction with a monetary donation.
1. Give or pledge online at the UCDA Foundation website
2. Give using CashApp: $UCDAFoundation
3. Give using PayPal
CODE OF CONDUCT
Please see UCDA’s Code of Conduct and Anti-Harassment Policy, including our Statement of Inclusiveness. We expect conference participants to follow these rules at program venues and program-related social events, along with the COVID-19 Code of Conduct.
CANCELLATIONS
See UCDA’s cancellation policy.
Conference photos by Matthew Lester