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Announcing 12ELVE: MFA Products of Design Thesis Presentations are May 7th!
We invite you to attend the 11th Annual Master’s Thesis Presentations—of the 2024 graduating class of the MFA in Products of Design program—live at the SVA Theatre on Tuesday, May 7th from 1:00pm - 6:00pm (EDT, GMT-4). Sixteen graduating master’s students will each present their year-long thesis work comprised of research, artifacts, services, experiences, and platforms.
“ChatPoD” and Synthetic Podcasts: Recent Department Experiments with AI
Here at Products of Design, we are experimenting with AI in our pedagogy (AI ethics, mechanics, tools, creative pursuits, ventures, etc.). And, we’re also experimenting with it as a department. Periodically we’d like to share some of those experiments with you; please consider these the first in our series!
Human Factors in Product Design
When we delve into human factors in product design, we're embarking on an intricate journey rather than following a linear path. In this exciting landscape, designers craft experiences that resonate with everyday lives, opening up a world of possibilities for meaningful connections.
Product Innovation Strategies for Designers
Innovation is the heartbeat of success in design, and while innovative product design starts with creativity, it evolves into the strategic endeavor of transforming imaginative concepts into tangible solutions that truly benefit users.
Snapshots from E11VEN: Our 2024 Thesis Presentations!
On May 7th, 2024, the eleventh group of MFA Products of Design graduates presented their final thesis projects. Friends, family, design professionals, faculty, and staff gathered at the SVA Theatre in New York City to watch and share in the festivities. Ranging in topics from Designing for Esport Althetes and Exploring Therapeutic Avenues for Nightmares, to Menstrual Confidence and Elevating Women as Climate Change Agents, the graduates shared hundreds of products, services, apps, platforms, and experiences throughout the day-long event. Check out more projects from this year’s graduates, here, and enjoy some snapshots of the day below!
From Pica to Pixels: Tala Safié’s Design Journey - Full Video
New York Times graphics and multimedia editor Tala Safié discusses her transition from print to digital, her penchant for playful experimentation, and the power that good design can wield.
Announcing E11VEN: MFA Products of Design Thesis Presentations are May 7th!
We invite you to attend the 11th Annual Master’s Thesis Presentations—of the 2024 graduating class of the MFA in Products of Design program—live at the SVA Theatre on Tuesday, May 7th from 1:00pm - 6:00pm (EDT, GMT-4). Sixteen graduating master’s students will each present their year-long thesis work comprised of research, artifacts, services, experiences, and platforms.
