Splash Biography

"How do I make the most out of my college experience?" If this question is not already running through your mind, you will most definitely find it living rent free in your head the first week of college. College is a time of change and excitement, though it can definitely feel overwhelming at times. You probably want to make friends, succeed in your classes, and go on many adventures during your college years. In this class, we will go over one of the most effective yet often-overlooked methods to finding success in life: building your personal charisma. You will learn how to approach strangers, how to be a great conversationalist, and, if time allows, how to get everything you want in college.

Are you interested in discovering how disability-centered research is conducted? Perhaps you are interested in UX/UI, disability identity and studies, or you're just plain curious! This course will examine the oft-cited Principles of Universal Design, present case studies of disability-centered prototyping, and highlight disability-centered research pathways. Students will have the opportunity to learn about exciting research being conducted and how they can make a lasting impact in their chosen spheres of influence. This course is a fantastic introduction to the design and research space, particularly for students interested in pursuing academic research. No prior knowledge is expected, and students will leave with a more nuanced understanding of the design and prototyping process. Course materials are the work of the UC Berkeley Disability Lab, a nexus for disability studies and research led by Dr. Karen Nakamura. The Disability Lab is comprised of majority-disabled researchers and conducts several active research projects across academic disciplines (i.e. mechanical engineering, computer science, anthropology, arts & literature, data science, and more!).