Research by Javier Arbona-Homar, assistant professor in design
and American studies, and Julie Sze, professor and founding chair
of the American studies program at UC Davis, has lead
Arbona-Homar to become an active participant in discussion on
whether the city of Vallejo should relocate its police station to
a prime spot on the city’s historic
waterfront.
Assistant Professor Thomas Maiorana is among the
interdisciplinary, multicampus researchers from the University of
California partnering with agencies and community organizations
in the Bay Area to help residents respond to natural disasters
more quickly — and more safely.
Associate Professor Brett Snyder along with Irene Cheng,
associate professor of architecture at the California College of
the Arts, have received an American Institute of Architects (AIA)
Award for their project Roommate House in Oakland, CA.
Associate Professor Gozde Goncu-Berk has received the Award of
Excellence from the Advance Textile Associations for her
work
“CalmWear: A Smart Tactile Sensory Stimulation
Clothing.” The award was announced
at Advanced Textile Associations, The 76th Annual
International Achievement Awards.
The UC Davis Design Museum takes a bold step with the exhibition
“From Concept to Creation: Inspired Shoe Design by Chris
Francis,” which showcases the colorful and imaginative footwear
created by the Los Angeles-based shoe designer. The exhibition
runs Jan. 23 through April 23, 2023, with an official opening on
Jan. 24 at 6:30 p.m.
The “Undergraduate Senior Showcase” is the annual exhibition
highlighting the breadth, talent, and diversity of the Department
of Design, as shown through the outstanding course work produced
over the past year by senior undergraduate students. The
installation runs May 15 through June 18 at the UC Davis Design
Museum.
