NULC Insider Series with Liz Gerber
Associate Professor of Design and Faculty Founder of Design for America
June 2019
Watch as Gerber talks with Beth Bennett, associate dean of journalism and assistant professor at the Medill School of Journalism, Media, Integrated Marketing Communications, about how technology and organizations can come together to foster collective innovation.
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Part 1 of 6
Three Ideas That Define Design Thinking
Gerber says her mother’s artistic nature and her grandfather’s construction and community service background inspired a career in engineering. Plus, Gerber shares her definition of “design thinking.”
Part 2 of 6
Gerber reveals why she started Design for America (DFA) at Northwestern. Learn how her students are making an impact on the world by helping everyone from doctors to diabetic children.
Part 3 of 6
Innovation happens when two new ideas come together. Find out why Gerber says this is critical to students’ success. Plus, learn how Gerber’s research is redefining the workplace.
Part 4 of 6
About 30 percent of McCormick School of Engineering undergraduates are women. Gerber shares three ways McCormick is improving inclusivity, as well as the characteristics that set graduates apart.
Part 5 of 6
Gerber has had many influential mentors since arriving at Northwestern. Now, she’s committed to giving back to students and young faculty. Discover how her influence is impacting the community at large.
Part 6 of 6
At any given time, Gerber says she and her students are succeeding at 2 percent of projects and failing at 98 percent. Find out how she helps people get comfortable making mistakes.