Where creativity, technology, and innovation collide

Class in Residence at the Creativity Commons

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About the program

The Class in Residence program is a flagship initiative at Tempe Creativity Commons, designed to foster creativity and innovation at the intersection of human ingenuity and emerging technologies. Each semester, the program invites one to three classes to take up residence in the Creativity Commons, transforming the space into a dynamic hub for collaborative exploration, learning, and creation.

Through hands-on projects, immersive experiences, and critical discussions, students and faculty leverage Adobe Express, generative AI tools, and the Zoom Innovation Lab to reimagine the possibilities of creativity in the digital age. The program emphasizes interdisciplinary engagement and celebrates unique voices, ensuring every participant can contribute to and thrive in this creative ecosystem.

 

Program highlights

Bring your class to life

Faculty are invited to self-nominate their courses to become the next Class in Residence at the Creativity Commons. Selected classes gain access to advanced creative tools, flexible collaborative space, and mentorship opportunities from ASU staff and industry partners. This unique experience empowers instructors and students to experiment, showcase their work, and engage with emerging technologies in a dynamic, hands-on environment.

Propose your class

 

FAQs

Any ASU faculty member teaching an in-person or hybrid course on the Tempe campus is welcome to apply. We especially encourage proposals that explore creativity, collaboration, technology, or interdisciplinary approaches. Courses from all disciplines are welcome.

Classes are selected based on alignment with the Creativity Commons mission, feasibility of implementation in the space, and potential for student engagement. Priority is given to proposals that incorporate hands-on, collaborative, or exploratory learning with creative technologies or approaches.

Faculty receive dedicated support from the Learning Experience (LX) team, including orientation to the space and technology, access to tools such as Adobe Creative Cloud and the Creativity Compass, and opportunities to collaborate with ASU staff, guest mentors, and industry partners.

Yes, the Class in Residence program typically runs for the full semester. However, the level of integration into the Creativity Commons can vary depending on course goals and scheduling needs. We’ll work with you to design an experience that fits your class.

Not necessarily. The program is designed to complement your existing course goals. Our team can help you identify opportunities to enhance your teaching with creative technologies or spatial configurations, but the level of integration is flexible.

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