Good Interventions ’22: An Economic And Strategic Design Exhibition

  About Good Interventions ’22 Koray Caliskan What does it mean to make to think? In what ways can design be used as a tool to make sense of the world? How can we describe or reimage our worlds by using design interventions? Good Interventions Exhibition aims at addressing these questions by bringing together the powers of design and social sciences to address questions of power.  Social sciences think with concepts. They are intangible, descriptive, relational. Regardless of their methodological, ontological and epistemological assumptions and preferences, social scientists observe and describe, perhaps use visualization a bit, then move on. What…

Joana Simoes (SDM’23) at TNS Holiday Market

Top Fives in New York – Rhea Alexander

  Here is a list of things to do and see in New York for this week. The list for this week is by Rhea Alexander, Assistant Professor Of Strategic Design And Management.     A Ferry ride to Rockaway beach for an afternoon stroll (cheap and fun).     Enter Gramercy park on Christmas Eve for caroling (free).     Dinner + Movie at Metrograph.      Rooftop bar w sunset views Broken Shaker at Freehand Hotel (no entry fee).     Jazz at Smalls in West Village. 

Networking Thursday – ThinkPlace & Globant

  Network Thursday is an opportunity to learn about the work of potential employers working in the strategic design field. Don’t forget to sign up for our November 17th Networking Event with Globant (12-1pm) and ThinkPlace (1-2pm). Calendar holds will be sent once you register for a session.  

The AWS University Startup Competition

The AWS University Startup Competition is extending the deadline for applications to November 15th at 11:59 PM PT! Due to outsized demand from the university partners, the committee is granting an additional week for startups at U.S. institutions to apply for this premier AWS University Startup Competition. Apply using your unique link. Your unique application link: Here. Good luck!

Pre Order A Design Driven Guide for Entrepreneurs: Strategies for Starting up in a Multiverse

  Developed specifically to help young entrepreneurs who believe in a more just and verdant world venture forth with better ways  of launching an impact-driven company. This friendly, accessible, and practical book includes what it looks like to outline a mission, the core must-knows to keep in mind as you build, how + why to take a systems approach, how + why to integrate design strategies. Filled with methods and tools for hands-on learning, along with some short-form case studies from Parsons ELab entrepreneurs who have used design methods on their journey. Preorder on Amazon or Routledge By Rhea Alexander,…

Terry Behan (SDM’18) Launches Course on 42courses

  Terry Behan (SDM’18) built an online program to teach human-centered design – as a tool for innovation. This program was launched on 42courses and is currently trending as a best seller. Check the course here  

Seth LaPierre Launches Sip n’ Clip

  Seth LaPierre (SDM’21) has leveraged his experience in the MS SDM program to refine the design, communications, and social impact strategy for a new type of travel accessory he invented, patented, and launched October 25th, 2022. Seth’s invention, Sip n’ Clip, is a sustainably designed airplane travel accessory that holds your drink so it doesn’t get crushed in the seatback pocket.

Photo Gallery – Opening Exhibition of Good Interventions ’22

The opening exhibition of Good Interventions ’22 on Thursday, October 27th 2022

David Restrepo: Joining Empathy as a Visual and Strategic Designer

Congratulations to David Restrepo (SDM ’22) for joining Empathy as a Visual and Strategic Designer.   About the David Restrepo Strategic Designer, Photographer, and Entrepreneur. Currently a graduate student at Parsons School of Design in the Strategic Design and Management Program. Main areas of work experience include the fashion, retail, and agriculture industries. Over 10 years of professional experience in management, design, and corporate governance. Focused on how the development of design oriented strategies can positively affect businesses bottom line. View his website   About Empathy Empathy is  a strategic design studio, globally-oriented. They design sustainable, empathic and comprehensive experiences…