🎉 Yesterday’s Graduate Student Research Symposium was an absolute blast! 🌟Our talented grad students showcased their incredible work and shared innovative ideas. 🌟 It was inspiring to see so much creativity and dedication in one place! A huge shoutout to everyone who participated and shared their research.💡
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Meet Kadamma Jackson🌟
A graduate student from Sylva, NC.

🎨Which design style, artist, or movement inspires you the most, and why?

I would say Postmodernism because it responds to what Modernism claims to be, and I think that breaking the constraints leads to more innovation and creativity for designers and artists.

🧠What is something you’ve learned, or an area where you feel you’ve grown the most during the program?

Critical thinking skills: it’s easier to go outside the box with ideas and narrow them down more specifically.

📚What has been your favorite course or project in the program so far, and why was it your favorite?

This semester, I would say the Future of Interface with Mac Hill. As designers, it’s important to keep up with the trends in the design world, and it makes us better designers as a whole.

💡Her advice to prospective students would be:

We are all here to learn. Everybody has different skills coming in, so don’t feel like you’re behind on your skills and knowledge. Also, it’s easy to get caught up with your work, but make sure you set aside time to decompress or step away from the project.

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📢 Join Us at the NC State Graduate Student Research Symposium!

We’re so proud of Alexis Boone, Kweku Baidoo, Olha Novikova, and Rebecca Planchart for representing the Graphic & Experience Design program at this year’s 18th Annual Graduate Student Research Symposium! 🎨✨

This is a fantastic opportunity to see the amazing work of graduate students across NC State, learn about groundbreaking research, and support our peers. The event is open to the public—so bring your curiosity and come explore!

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🎉 Meet Deb Littlejohn, our amazing Associate Professor of Graphic & Experience Design! 🌟 With a passion for data visualization and science communication, she’s shaping the future of design education. Deb has proudly introduced innovative coursework in the MGXD curriculum that emphasizes research methods and applied theory, including an exciting AR app! 📱✨ Her work bridges the gap between design and other fields, showcasing how design expertise enhances interdisciplinary research. We`re so lucky to have her guiding our students on this creative journey! 🙌💼

Join us in celebrating her contributions! 💖

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Spring break looks different for everyone in MGXD! From skiing and beach days to pottery and studio projects, students are making the most of their time off. Whether it’s adventure, creativity, or well-earned rest, there’s no wrong way to recharge. How are you spending your break? #mgxd #ncstatedesign #ncsumgxd #ncstate #gradlife

Meet Aashka Patel🌟

She is a second year MGXD student from India!

🧠What is something you’ve learned during the program?

One of the most valuable things I’ve learned during the program is how to leverage AI and ML as powerful design tools rather than viewing them as disruptive forces to be feared.

I’ve grown the most in my ability to integrate AI and ML into UX design, ensuring that these technologies remain human-centered, intuitive, and ethical. Rather than replacing human creativity, AI serves as a tool to augment our problem-solving abilities, streamline workflows, and personalize user interactions.

By embracing AI as an enabler of intelligent, adaptive, and accessible design, I’ve learned that the key is not to fear technological advancements but to harness them responsibly—bridging the gap between human intuition and computational efficiency. Designers have the opportunity to shape AI in ways that empower users rather than overwhelm them, ensuring that technology remains a force for innovation and inclusivity.

📚Her favorite project:
The LAS (Laboratory of Analytical Sciences) Project, where we designed an AI-driven interface for Target Network Analysts (TDNAs) to streamline data analysis and compliance tracking. This project was particularly exciting because it blended cutting-edge AI technology with user-centered design, allowing us to create a solution that enhanced efficiency, reduced cognitive load, and improved decision-making for analysts working with complex datasets.

💡 Her advice to prospective or new students in the program is to embrace change, stay curious, and leverage emerging technologies like AI and ML to enhance your design thinking. Prioritize collaboration and feedback. This program is filled with their brilliant minds from diverse backgrounds and learning from others will expand your perspective. Finally be proactive about research and innovation the more you immerse your self in emerging trends, AI-driven interfaces and user centered, methodologies the more impact you make as a designer. Stay open to learning, be fearless in your creativity, and always design with purpose!

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🎨 Get to know David Oh, our dedicated Assistant Professor of Graphic & Experience Design! 🌟

With a passion for research-driven design, Professor Oh has worked on impactful projects that merge data, technology, and user experience. Between 2023 and 2024, he collaborated with researchers from the UNC School of Medicine to develop a data-driven dashboard prototype. This graphical user interface (GUI) concept aimed to provide policymakers with contextualized insights into disparities in maternal health, particularly among non-Hispanic Black women in America, helping identify systemic causes and drive meaningful change. ✨

Most recently, he has been exploring the integration of Generative AI within UX design education, using the design thinking process to enhance creativity and problem-solving. His work continues to shape the future of design by blending innovation with real-world impact!📚💡

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