Reimagine. Redesign. Rebuild.
Designing Solutions to Transform Higher Education
Moving the Needle in Global Higher Education
Arizona State University is a living laboratory of higher education design, innovation and interdisciplinary collaboration. The University Design Institute™ (UDI) is the university’s living transformation center, responsible for creating and delivering a new approach to higher education design for other institutions and systems around the world.
UDI supports higher education transformation by reimagining, redesigning, and rebuilding what education is and how it could change communities and societies. By taking a holistic approach, focusing on transformation at the leader-level, university-level, and systems-level. This comprehensive design strategy leads to impactful and sustainable change.
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UDI Monthly Newsletter
Stay updated with the latest happenings at the University Design Institute (UDI) through our comprehensive UDI Monthly Newsletter. Here's what you'll find:
- Get regular updates on the latest initiatives, new partnerships and collaborations.
- Learn about key visits, expert engagements, and impactful projects.
- Connect with the heart of design innovation through community testimonials and project highlights.
Latest Insights
Meet Maria Toshkova, the University Design Institute's new Director of Global Partnerships
The University Design Institute is excited to announce that Maria Toshkova has joined UDI as its new Director of Global Partnerships. Read more about…
UDI Announces Request for Expressions of Interest for the Transformation Accelerator Program in the Philippines
The University Design Institute (UDI) at Arizona State University is excited to announce the release of Request for Expressions of Interest (EOI) for the…
U.S.-Philippines Delegation Visits ASU Tempe campus among UPSKILL Program Launch
The University Design Institute welcomed 12 higher education leaders from the Philippines on June 21 and 22 to connect with leaders from across Arizona…
The University Design Institute is a unique model in higher education, built to support institutions around globe as they aim to deliver impact in the communities in which they serve.
Dr. Minu Ipe Vice Chair and Managing Director, University Design Institute