Design-athon

Nov 2–3, 2018

Marymount’s 2018 Play by design-athon will focus on accessibility and usability for children of all ages in technology, services, and product design through lightning talks by notable speakers, team empathy exercises, design, prototyping and marketing strategies.
Read more and Register online at: designathon.marymount.design

March 30-31, 2017

The Strong by Design-athon aims to raise awareness of the needs of veterans with disabilities and inspire the design, technology and healthcare communities to embrace Universal Design.

Universal Design–or Design for All–is a movement to ensure that designers consider the needs of everyone when they create products, services, technologies, and buildings.

Bringing together undergraduate students, graduate students, and faculty from the Marymount University Wilhelmina Boldt Interior Design Program and Malek School of Health Profession – Physical Therapy Program, the University will provide an opportunity for intergenerational community based problem solving of a major social issue- veterans and disabilities.

The Strong by Design-athon, two-day event and project exhibition, will focus on accessibility and usability for Veterans in technology, services, and product design through lightning talks by notable speakers, team empathy exercises, design, prototyping and marketing strategies. It will involve a broad group of members of the DC Metro/ Northern Virginia Community:  Students, Designers, Faculty, Care-givers, and Veterans with or without disabilities. Our goal is to use design thinking to go beyond stereotypes and build compassionate solutions.

learn more: Keynote | Schedule | Jury


Thanks you to our 2017 Sponsor

www.hdrinc.com


Highlights from 2015 Design-athon


Highlights from 2016 Design-athon


FAQs

Do I need to attend both Friday and Saturday workshops?

Answer
Priority is given to participants that can attend both Friday and Saturday.

What are my transport/parking options getting to the event?

Answer
Download Metro and driving directions to Marymount here. Please indicate if you need a parking space in the ticket section above.

What can/can’t I bring to the event?

Answer
Outside food is not allowed in Gerard Dining Hall.

Where can I contact the organizer with any questions?

Answer
Contact Moira Denson with questions about this event.

Is my registration/ticket transferrable?

Answer
Yes, you may transfer your ticket to another participant (for free).