Alumni Led – Design Spark Workshop Series

The recent Design Spark Workshop Series was a complete success— an innovative, action-oriented workshop designed to ignite creativity and empower students with practical skills to thrive in the fast-paced, resource-constrained environments that characterize the world of design. This three-part series provided an incredible learning experience, and we are incredibly grateful for the dedication of our presenters, Dhairya Sathvara and Anwesha Sengupta, who brought their expertise and passion to make this event so impactful.

The Design Spark Workshop Series was designed for students eager to go beyond the theoretical aspects of design and dive into the chaotic yet exciting world of real-world work environments. The three sessions of the series focused on essential skills, from scrappy research methods to effective ideation and facilitation, providing participants with hands-on experience that will prove invaluable in their coursework and future careers.

1. Research on a Shoestring
   • Date: Tuesday, 28 January, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM EST
   • Focus: Scrappy research methods when you have no budget.

1. Idea Lab & Beyond Brainstorming
   • Date: Wednesday, 29 January, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM EST
   • Focus: How to ideate effectively and facilitate workshops efficiently.

1. Open House
   • Date: Thursday, 30 January, 7:00 PM EST
   • Focus: Structured Q&A with direct feedback on job skills, applications, and career growth.

A huge thank you to Dhairya and Anwesha for their dedication and commitment to this workshop. Their expertise, guidance, and ability to translate complex concepts into actionable steps were invaluable to all who participated. They took the time and effort to craft a workshop that was not only educational but also deeply engaging, ensuring that every student could connect with the material and leave with practical knowledge they could immediately apply.

The Design Spark Workshop Series was a success. This workshop series ignited a spark of creativity, curiosity, and innovation that will last long after the sessions concluded. We are looking forward to future workshops and continuing to offer students the chance to grow, learn, and prepare for the challenges of real-world design work.