May 30, 2024

Design for Good: Gen Z's Multi-Sensory Takeover

Xiaojun Huang

About this video

Description

Generation Z, known for independence and tech-savviness, thrives on self-expression in today's society. As an instructor, empower them with ownership through workshops, boosting motivation and cultivating enthusiasm for Graphic Design. In this presentation, explore how Gen Z collaborates in group settings to lead impactful workshops that engage all five human senses (sight, hearing, smell, touch, and taste) while competing with other teams in the class. This experimental experience aims to foster empathy for individuals with disabilities and instill a sense of responsibility towards the community. The collaborative nature of the workshop encourages meaningful connections among peers, showcasing the power of design to make a positive impact on both individuals and society.

Attendees can expect to learn:

1. Explore creative workshop materials through student samples

2. Discover strategies to enhance students' empathy, creativity, and community sense via hands-on workshops.

3. Resources featuring successful sensory designs and materials from the current industry

Xiaojun Huang

Xiaojun Huang is a maker, designer and educator originating from China. Currently holding the position of Assistant Professor at Bowling Green State University, she is dedicated to cultivating the next generation of designers. Huang employs innovative, hands-on teaching methods and leads impactful research initiatives to push the boundaries of design education. In her art-making and design practice, Huang navigates the intersection between Eastern and Western cultures through bilingual typographic graphics, symbols, and installations, exploring the nuances of cultural fusion. Huang’s objective is to spark public discourse on the challenges faced by the younger global generation in maintaining work-life balance. Her work not only reflects the fast-paced nature of contemporary society but also resonates with the working demographic, prompting considerations for adjustments and improvements in the labor system.