News
Thu, 06/22/2023
HCDE PhD student Jay Cunningham named Student Regent
Jay Cunningham, a PhD candidate in HCDE, has been appointed by Washington Governor Jay Inslee to serve on the University of Washington's Board of Regents. Cunningham is a researcher who works to advance public interest technology, responsible AI, and AI innovation as tools of liberation and justice for underrepresented users and marginalized communities. He is also a passionate servant leader with a lifelong interest in community building and activism.
Tue, 06/20/2023 | Designing Up
Fostering innovation
Now in its second year, the HCDE Doctoral Research Grant Program has supported 16 phd students with over $10,000 in research funding. Learn about four of the projects supported with Doctoral Research Grants and consider making a gift to support future initiatives.
Thu, 06/15/2023 | Designing Up
Building community
In the 2022-2023 school year, HCDE students Ridley Jones LeDoux, Vanessa Chien Lai, Tabby Safari, Petrina Chan, and Frances Yang launched community publications around personal stories and passions.
Wed, 06/14/2023 | Designing Up
Coordinating response
An HCDE team led by Professor Mark Haselkorn is building the Virtual Coordination Center, a cloud-based platform for real-time data sharing and coordinated response to quickly clear roadway incidents—while preparing Seattle-area agencies for a collaborative response to “the big one.”
Tue, 06/13/2023
HCDE researchers receive NSF RAPID grant to investigate workplace accountability amidst recent tech layoffs
A research team led by HCDE assistant professor Sucheta Ghoshal has received a new grant to study systems of workplace accountability in the wake of recent layoffs in the US technology industry.
If you were laid off from the tech industry in 2022-2023, the research team invites you to share about experiences and how this has shaped your future career goals.
Mon, 06/12/2023
HCDE alumnus Jerrod Larson receives the 2023 Mikey Award
HCDE presents the 2023 Mikey Award to HCDE alumnus Dr. Jerrod Larson. The Myron L. White Award, or the Mikey Award, is named after the co-founder of the department. It is presented annually by HCDE faculty to a dedicated supporter of the department.
Fri, 06/02/2023 | Designing Up
Retirement Reflections from HCDE Professor Andy Davidson
Andrew Davidson, an Associate Teaching Professor in HCDE, is retiring after serving on the HCDE faculty for 11 years. Professor Davidson reflects on his favorite memories from teaching in HCDE and what he is looking forward to next.
Thu, 06/01/2023
PhD student Emma McDonnell receives Dennis Lang Award from UW Disability Studies Program
HCDE PhD student Emma McDonnell received a Dennis Lang Award from the University of Washington's Disability Studies Program. This award recognizes McDonnell for her research on accessible communication technologies and commitment to disability justice.
Tue, 05/23/2023 | UW News
Q&A: Have a favorite food memory? How technology can help take you back
Even with access to recipes online or passed down through generations, it’s hard to balance the complicated process of cooking with the sensory details from a memory. HCDE PhD student Danli Luo has developed a toolkit of sensors and controllers that helped her re-create three dishes from growing up in China: rice wine, tofu and spring roll wrappers.
Mon, 05/22/2023
HCDE students, faculty, and staff named 2023 College of Engineering Awardees
The College of Engineering recognizes HCDE faculty members Kristin Dew and Kate Starbird, HCDE staff Elin Bjorling and Jane Skau, and HCDE PhD student Sourojit Ghosh for their extraordinary efforts supporting the College through research, teaching, and administrative support.