Design Cultures + Creativity

News and adventures from DCC, a Living/Learning program in the Honors College at the University of Maryland | 📸 Instagram: @umd_dcc

[NPR @NPR]

JUST IN: A senior U.S. defense official tells NPR the Russian attack on Ukraine is in an "initial phase" — and that it's believed Russian forces are moving to take Kyiv with the "intention of basically decapitating the government and installing another method of governance.”

[Jason Farman @farman]

We had our annual Repair Workshop last night, where @umd_dcc students brought in their broken phones and smartwatches to repair screens and replace batteries. The workshop is a part of my class’s section on sustainable design, e-waste, and planned obsolescence. #RightToRepair

[Jason Farman @farman]

My @umd_dcc students are currently doing a hackathon-style project where they have to pitch an innovative idea for bridging the digital divide for K-12 schools in rural America. Pointing them toward Farm Fresh Broadband by @Ali_Christopher

[Design Cultures + Creativity @umd_dcc]

The DCC Lab is a maker space available to all DCCers to create, study, rest, and enjoy the company of others. Come by at the listed hours, or during a regularly-scheduled Labtivity to learn a new skill!

[Design Cultures + Creativity @umd_dcc]

If you've ever wanted to try crocheting, join Lab Manager Tanaya Jha in the DCC Lab today at 7 pm to learn how to single- and double-crochet! Beginners welcome and encouraged!

[Design Cultures + Creativity @umd_dcc]

Support the DCC fam! Save the date!

[Jason Farman @farman]

Chatting with a student today about the intersection of VR and live performance. An amazing example is Jack: Part One by @baobabstudios and I love seeing this growing area of design, performance, and VR experiences! https://t.co/2bkmv5DY5B

[Design Cultures + Creativity @umd_dcc]

It’s DCC Monthly Trivia Night tonight @ 7 - 8:30 in the MPR! There will be esoteric tidbits and peer collaboration!

[Design Cultures + Creativity @umd_dcc]

Join us at the DCC Sound Studio tonight for Open Mic Night! Taliaferro Hall, room 0135, 5 - 9 pm! Everyone welcome to listen, perform, or just hang out!

[dr. jessica h. lu 🇻🇳 @jluwrites]

such a joy to witness this moment earlier today. please join me in congratulating Dr. Bauer on a rich, compelling, beautiful dissertation; and innumerable meaningful, enriching contributions as a graduate assistant to the @umd_dcc program. ♥️♥️♥️

[Design Cultures + Creativity @umd_dcc]

welcome to @UMDHonColl, Honors Terps and incoming DCC Mu class! we can't wait to welcome you to campus. 🐢♥️ https://t.co/wcaLhjAc1B

[Univ. of Maryland @UofMaryland]

.@MDMHEC has worked closely with @MDHealthDept to identify “University Days” at various mass vaccination sites. Greenbelt Metro Station, less than five miles from campus, will be open from April 23-27, 2021, as designated University Days.

Details: https://t.co/H83rK7QYkM

[Univ. of Maryland @UofMaryland]

Safeway Pharmacy will be providing vaccinations to #UMD students, faculty and staff and their families from Monday, April 26 through Wednesday, April 28 at Riggs Alumni Center.

Make an appointment: https://t.co/F0mdNStPHk

[Univ. of Maryland @UofMaryland]

.@Univ_System_MD has announced that all eligible students, faculty and staff who will be on USM campuses this fall, incl. #UMD, are required to be vaccinated against COVID. We will, of course, grant appropriate exemptions for medical or religious reasons.

https://t.co/vLVBXS8mjj

[Design Cultures + Creativity @umd_dcc]

due to an extended power outage at jessica's home, DCC Yoga is sadly cancelled tonight. please help us reach the friends, family members, & non-DCC staff+students who join us by passing this announcement along! @UMDHonColl

we'll resume our regular schedule on Friday morning! ♥️

[Design Cultures + Creativity @umd_dcc]

Be the first to show your support for the Design Cultures & Creativity Program on #GivingDayUMD by going to https://t.co/MxAuSNSOjd. All gifts go to support DCC students, build our community, and fund Capstone Projects and events. Thank you everyone for supporting DCC!

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our friends in @ACES_UMD are hiring a Program Coordinator! key responsibilities include student engagement, communications, event planning, and advising. come join a supportive and collegial @UMDHonColl team! https://t.co/RbggzQuYCJ

[dr. jessica h. lu 🇻🇳 @jluwrites]

new semester, new times for free yoga! join me and my truly lovely @umd_dcc students twice a week via Zoom. tuesdays 6-7:15pm ET and fridays 10-11am ET. all levels welcome! dm me for the details! 🧘🏻‍♀️♥️

[Design Cultures + Creativity @umd_dcc]

DCC Yoga is cancelled tonight due to illness. We will hope to return on Friday.