In Design & Culture students analyze of the place of design within the context of creative and material culture, the environment, politics, technology and other contemporary issues. Design & Culture is a seminar class for students of all disciplines who are interested in the deeper meanings and cultural context of design. Students enrich and expand their approach to studio-based practice, heighten their awareness of the impact of cultural forces upon the work of designers, and begin to anticipate future trends. Course material includes the analysis of designed objects, theoretical and popular writings, exercises in making, class discussion, research projects and student and instructor-led presentations.

Social Science and History (SSHIS) courses develop students' critical thinking skills through the study of history and the social sciences (e.g. sociology, psychology, economics, political science, anthropology, geography), as well as through contemporary interdisciplines that draw heavily on these fields (e.g. feminist and queer studies, media studies, urban studies, ethnic studies). Subject matter in these courses contributes to students' cultural literacy while instructional materials and classroom assignments introduce basic research problems and techniques.

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