Design and Equity Seminar

Design and Equity seminar is an elective course offered by Harvey Mudd College at the Hive, taught by Clinical Professor of Engineering and Sr. Director of the Hive, Asha Srikantiah. The seminar format brings together students who are passionate about exploring the intersection of design and social equity. Inspired by both student interest and Asha’s commitment to rethinking design education, the course serves as a full-credit option open to students across the 7Cs. With a curriculum built around collaborative exploration, students engage with diverse media, from readings and audio content to news articles and social media, fostering conversations that reflect, challenge, and expand their understanding of design.

The class emphasizes learning by reading, discussing, and making, and students are asked to design and execute three creative pieces throughout the semester. This approach encourages students to think critically about the implications of design choices, embracing the academic space to practice conscientious, context-aware design.