UCDA

Name: UCDA
Address: 700 Broad St., Box 689, Smyrna, TN, 24517, US
Telephone: (615) 459-4559

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02/12/2026

This or That Thursday! 😯 react design first or ❤️ content first.

02/10/2026

Remember to join us for our February Faculty Forum this Friday: Developing a Research Agenda, an engaging conversation about navigating practice-based vs. scholarly research in the design discipline. We’ll explore ways to map your passions, identify emerging themes, and shape them into a sustainable research agenda that can evolve over time.

- February 13, 2026, 11 a.m.-Noon CST | Noon-1 p.m. EST
- Host: Pouya Jahanshahi, Associate Professor, Oklahoma State University
- Registration closes February 12 at midnight

👉 Register today! ucda.com/events/211/

02/06/2026

Introducing our new weekly series: Flashback Friday!
Take us back to your early design days…

What was the first software you ever used?
And how did it make you feel? Frustrated, empowered, or totally mind-blown?🤯

Drop your throwback stories (and screenshots if you have them 👀) below!

02/05/2026

This or That Thursday! 😯 react for dark mode and ❤️ react for light mode.

02/04/2026

Designing for everyone doesn’t mean designing less; it means designing smarter. Join us for a lively Creative Conversations session focused on practical, real-world accessibility strategies that still let your creativity shine.

We’ll talk color contrast, alt text, accessible PDFs, and workflows that help your team stay compliant and compelling, plus what’s actually working (and what’s frustrating) on campus right now.

Thursday, February 19, 2026
Noon–1 p.m. (CST) | 1-2 p.m. (EST)
UCDA Members: FREE | Non-Members: $15

👉 Registration closes at midnight the day before the event. ucda.com/events/222/

02/03/2026

Looking to reconnect with your creative practice this spring? 🌱

Join UCDA’s Spring Book Club as we explore "The Creative Habit" by Twyla Tharp, a practical, inspiring guide to making creativity a daily practice.

Together, we’ll discuss key ideas, reflect on creative routines, and share insights with fellow designers and educators.

📅 Meeting Dates:
• February 26
• March 12
• March 26

⏰ Time: Noon–1 PM EST
💻 Location: Zoom (Virtual)

Whether you’re feeling creatively stuck or just want to build better habits, this book club is for you.

👉 Register and read along with us! ucda.com/events/228/

01/30/2026

Join us for the UCDA Creative Summit, a virtual event bringing together higher-ed creatives from across the country!

Early-bird pricing ends next week, February 1, so register now to save before rates increase.

Want to watch sessions on your own schedule? Add the full event recordings for just $50 when you register.

Don’t miss this chance to learn, connect, and recharge your creativity.

👉 Save your spot: ucda.com/events/207/

01/29/2026

This or That Thursday! Heart react for bold colors or wow react for neutral palette.

01/27/2026

Ever wondered how to turn your creative practice or personal curiosities into a meaningful research path? 🤔

Join UCDA for our February Faculty Forum: Developing a Research Agenda, an engaging conversation about navigating practice-based vs. scholarly research in the design discipline. We’ll explore ways to map your passions, identify emerging themes, and shape them into a sustainable research agenda that can evolve over time.

- February 13, 2026, 11 a.m.-Noon CST | Noon-1 p.m. EST
- Host: Pouya Jahanshahi, Associate Professor, Oklahoma State University
- Registration closes February 12 at midnight

Whether you’re just starting out or refining an existing focus, this session will help you build habits of reflection and adaptability for long-term research success.

👉 Register today! ucda.com/events/211/

01/23/2026

It’s Hex #:C41230, and I’m not sorry.

01/22/2026

This or That Thursday! 😯 react for solid fill or ❤️ react for outline text.

01/21/2026

Two Board Seats Still Open ✨

UCDA is seeking two Co-Programming Directors to help shape the future of our events and learning experiences, both virtual and in person.

These leadership roles play a key part in guiding UCDA’s programming strategy, from webinars and online Creative Conversations to our annual Design Conference and Design Education Summit. You’ll collaborate with fellow board members, event chairs, and volunteers to create meaningful, accessible, and engaging experiences for our higher-ed design community.

If you’re a strategic thinker, strong communicator, and passionate about design in higher education, we’d love to hear from you.

👉 Apply to become a Co-Programming Director
UCDA.com/open-board-positions

Address

700 Broad St., Box 689
Smyrna, TN
24517

Telephone

(615) 459-4559

Website

https://ucda.com/

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