EVENTS
Introducing UTokyo College of Design - A paradisciplinary approach
Details
| Type | Lecture |
|---|---|
| Intended for | General public / Enrolled students / International students / Alumni / University students / Academic and Administrative Staff |
| Date(s) | January 13, 2026 12:00 — 13:00 |
| Location | Komaba Area Campus, In-person and online |
| Venue | KOMCEE EAST k011, Komaba I Campus ZOOM |
| Capacity | 200 people |
| Entrance Fee | No charge |
| Registration Method | Advance registration required
Register here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc7JWGBvP25yIlWq1rerwzd-BtktDd1S-cbktvzfuWc6ko69w/viewform |
| Registration Period | December 19, 2025 — January 12, 2026 |
| Contact | gfd-tokyo@adm.c.u-tokyo.ac.jp |
Introducing UTokyo College of Design – A paradisciplinary approach
Event Details
Date/Time: Tuesday, January 13, 12:00-13:00 (JST)
Speaker: Miles Pennington
Language: English
Abstract
This talk introduces the new UTokyo College of Design, a programme planned to start in 2027, and created to address social issues through an expanded understanding of design. Rather than focusing solely on products or aesthetics, the College will embrace a beyond interdisciplinary approach we call paradisciplianry that connects design with science, engineering, humanities, business, and policy. Students will work on complex social issues such as climate change, health, equity, environment, and technology, through studio-based learning and collaborative research. By integrating critical thinking, creativity, systems thinking, and hands-on experimentation, the College aims to develop future change makers who can shape more sustainable, equitable, inclusive, and resilient futures.
