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Designing for Diversity: The Evolution of Barbie with Mattel

This panel of designers and Otis alumni will focus on the approach to design for diversity and explore the evolution of Barbie, with the call for more representation in the Barbie brand. Panelists will talk about the creative practice and inspiration, approaches, and how they sustain inclusive design in their world of work. RSVP for this event. Lunch will be provided!

Mattel, Inc. Panelists Include:

Environmental Design Guest Lecture: Steven Lewis

STEVEN LEWIS
Architecture, Social Justice, and Diversity

LECTURE
Thursday, October 21, 2021

This lecture will be available to the public at 7:00 p.m. PT at Otis College of Art and Design via Zoom.

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Otis College’s Board of Trustees Commits to DEI Efforts at Virtual Retreat

On Wednesday, September 16, the Otis College Board of Trustees dedicated their yearly retreat to explore issues related to diversity, equity, and inclusion. The retreat opened with a presentation by George O. Davis, the Executive Director of the California African American Museum, a recording of which is available to view below.

CAAM Presentation for Otis College Board of Trustees

Headlines

  • O-Launch Weekend
    O-Launch Weekend Celebrates the Next Generation of Artists and Designers
    March 22
  • Alison Saar
    Otis College Alum Alison Saar Selected to Create a Sculpture for Paris Olympics
    March 20
  • Otis Staff talking
    A Week of Creativity and Community at Otis College
    March 15

Otis College Announces $1M Gift in Support of Anti-Racism Initiatives

Otis is proud to announce a contribution of $1 million by Mei-Lee Ney, Chair of the Board of Trustees at Otis College, in a significant endorsement of the initial anti-racism actions announced by the College in June. The gift enables the immediate launch of several initiatives, including additional scholarships and the hiring of a diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) executive role.