Center for Socially Engaged Design

The Center for Socially Engaged Design at the University of Michigan provides research and education to advance the science and practice of integrating human, cultural, economic, and environmental factors within technology design processes. Our mission is to educate designers, research evidence-based practices, and change the practice of design.

Our consulting service, design academy, education programs, and opportunities to advance socially engaged design are currently available for use by University of Michigan students, student organizations, and faculty.

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01 Design Academy
Strengthen your knowledge and skills

The Socially Engaged Design Academy (SEDA) is a learning center for students, faculty, and professionals to receive basic training in the core elements of socially engaged design. SEDA blocks are asynchronous and pair online learning with real-time feedback and in-person application tasks. Check back often for the latest blocks.

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02 Consultation
Let us guide you

The Center for Socially Engaged Design provides support and training to University of Michigan students and researchers in a variety of areas relating to socially engaged design. Book a consultation today to get feedback and guidance on your socially engaged design projects.

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03 Academic Programs
Learn about socially engaged design

The Center for Socially Engaged Design offers various levels of educational involvement. In addition to the Socially Engaged Design Academy, click here to learn about specialized study programs for undergraduates, pre-determined tracks for the Master’s in Design Science program, and more!

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04 Community
Join the socially engaged design community

Interested in participating in socially-engaged design activities? The Center for Socially Engaged Design might have just what you’re looking for. Explore current curricular, co-curricular, internships, and other opportunities here.

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