The key activities of VLab include ❯

• Research: Conducting user research, data analysis, and other research methods to identify the best ways to visualize and communicate information.
• Design: Creating appropriate design forms that communicate information in an effective and engaging way.
• Prototyping: Building and testing various prototypes of graphics, visualizations, and narratives to see what works best and make improvements.
• Assessment: Assessing the effectiveness of the visualizations and graphics through formative and summative methods.
• Implementation: Deploying the final visualizations and graphics in various formats, such as print and tangible materials, websites, social media packages, and presentations, and making sure that they are accessible to the intended users.

• Training: Providing training and support for students and stakeholders on how to create and use visualizations effectively.
• Community Building: Building and fostering a community of designers, researchers, developers, and others who are interested in visual communication and information design.
• Learning: Stay updated with the latest design directions, technologies, and methodologies. Assist students in preparing for professional practices.