Ethics and Design: A practical guide

Celebrate World Interaction Design Day a day later with IxDA Columbus. Guthrie Weinschenk will present the difference between nudges, mandates, coercions and manipulations. We will learn behavioral science methods and techniques that inform unethical tactics, a formula to calculate how ethical your products and services are, and more. Details & registration at meetup.com. NOTE: On …

IxDA Chat ‘n Pancakes (Donuts)

The first Friday of every month, members of the Central Ohio UX and Design community get together for a casual breakfast. On October 6, we are meeting at DK Diner in Grandview Heights (famous for its donuts). See meetup.com to RSVP.

Design Pop! October

Design Pop! is a fun 3–5 hour workshop offering engaging activities for aspiring young designers in grades 3–8. Energetic volunteers lead each workshop from design firms across the Columbus, Ohio Metro Area. See columbuscfad.org for more information.

GiveBackHack Columbus 2023

GiveBackHack is the launchpad for social innovation in Columbus. Attend to partner up with the community and find the resources to make that idea a reality. We kick off Friday night, where you will meet community members of all backgrounds who are eager to make an impact on the city around them. Anyone can pitch …

The Architecture of Fashion

Step into the world of fashion innovation! The Center for Architecture and Design invites you to celebrate the grand opening of ‘The Architecture of Fashion’ exhibit and dive into the technical side of fashion design. Key Highlights: Gain insights from Columbus fashion industry experts Discover the fascinating world of technical design Learn how technical design …

Startup Weekend Columbus

Join other local entrepreneurs, technologists, and designers to pitch, develop, and present an idea over the course of a single weekend! What happens at Startup Weekend? In 54 hours you and your team of talented people across all disciplines will turn an idea into a reality. This is where entrepreneurs, designers, coders, hustlers, and innovators …

How Design is Taking its Place in Research

The Department of Design at Ohio State "Design Research Speaker Series" kicks off its 2023-24 season with Pieter Jan Stappers, moderated by Elizabeth B.-N. Sanders. Topic: How Design is Taking its Place in Research Over the years, design has evolved, expanding its scope in outcomes, values, and methods. Beyond products and services, ‘research through design’ …

Material Design with Valentina Rognoli

Material is a medium. It communicates ideas, beliefs, and approaches. It compels us to think, feel, and act in specific ways while enhancing functionality and utility. Materials Experience emphasizes this role of materials as being simultaneously technical and experiential. Valentina Rognoli, an Associate Professor at the School of Design, Politecnico di Milano, is a pioneer …

Corporate Innovation Summit

Join us for the 2nd annual OhioX Corporate Innovation Summit: Ohio's AI Opportunity to Lead in Columbus at Rev1 Ventures. The half-day event is for corporate innovation pros, IT leaders, and startups partnering with enterprises. THEMES + TRACKS Beyond the Buzz: How to do real AI (and do it well) Good AI for Good Business: …

The State of Product Management

ProductTank Columbus presents a panel of experienced product management professionals who will discuss product management's current state and likely future. RSVP at meetup.com.  

IxDA Chat ‘n Pancakes (Biscuits)

The first Friday of every month, members of the Central Ohio UX and Design community get together for a casual breakfast. See meetup.com for the November location and how to RSVP.

Startup Columbus Happy Hour & Panel

Join the Columbus startup community for a panel & happy hour duo! Our community of technologists, entrepreneurs, designers, and startups can't wait to meet you! More information at ohiox.org. Register at purpose.jobs.