The Drexel CHI User Experience Club stands as a vibrant hub for students passionate about user experience, human-computer interaction, and design. As an official campus chapter of ACM SIGCHI (Association for Computing Machinery’s Special Interest Group on Computer-Human Interaction), the club connects Drexel students to the broader professional UX community…
The Drexel CHI User Experience Club stands as a vibrant hub for students passionate about user experience, human-computer interaction, and design. As an official campus chapter of ACM SIGCHI (Association for Computing Machinery’s Special Interest Group on Computer-Human Interaction), the club connects Drexel students to the broader professional UX community while fostering collaboration and skill development on campus.
A Mission to Empower Creative Minds
Since its founding in 2019, the Drexel CHI UX Club has dedicated itself to showing creative students how they can translate their passion into sustainable careers. The organization provides a supportive community where members can share ideas, collaborate on projects, and develop professionally in the rapidly evolving field of user experience.
The club aims to bridge the gap between creative passion and professional practice by offering specialized workshops that promote good practices in UX while building a community of like-minded individuals who support each other’s growth.
Inclusive by Design
True to the principles of good user experience, the Drexel CHI UX Club embraces inclusivity in its membership. The club welcomes students from all majors and academic levels, including undergraduate and master’s students. This interdisciplinary approach creates a rich environment where diverse perspectives contribute to more innovative thinking about design and user experience.
Learning Through Doing
The club’s calendar features a variety of engaging events designed to build both technical skills and professional networks:
- Design Slams: Fast-paced creative challenges that push participants to apply design thinking under time constraints
- Educational Workshops: Including sessions on Dark Patterns in UX that reveal how apps and websites can manipulate users and how to recognize these tactics
- Technical Skill Building: Hands-on workshops with industry-standard tools like Figma that help members build practical skills
- Portfolio Reviews: Opportunities for members to receive feedback on their work from peers and sometimes industry professionals
- Social Events: Regular gatherings like picnics that strengthen the community bonds beyond the classroom or lab
- Annual Carnival Fundraiser: A creative way to engage the broader campus community while supporting the club’s activities
Connected to the Broader Community
The Drexel CHI UX Club maintains strong connections that extend beyond campus. Their affiliation with ACM SIGCHI provides members with access to resources, publications, and events from the world’s leading organization for professionals involved in human-technology interaction.
The club regularly collaborates with their sister organization, Philly CHI—another chapter of ACM SIGCHI open to UX/UI professionals and enthusiasts throughout Philadelphia. This connection offers students valuable networking opportunities and insights into the local industry landscape.
On campus, the club has built partnerships with other student organizations, including:
- Drexel UXID Program: Collaborating on events that complement classroom learning
- Drexel Hack4Impact: Partnering for JavaScript workshops that build technical skills
- Drexel AI: Engaging in discussions about artificial intelligence and its relationship to user experience
Leadership Development
While the club operates as a collaborative community throughout the year, it opens applications for Executive Board positions every spring. These leadership roles offer students the chance to develop organizational and management skills while shaping the direction of the club.
Join the Community
For students interested in exploring user experience or building on existing skills, the Drexel CHI UX Club offers an accessible entry point into both the discipline and its professional community. The club demonstrates how UX extends beyond the classroom, creating opportunities for students to apply their knowledge in practical, creative ways.
Whether you’re a design major looking to refine your UX skills or a student from another discipline curious about how user experience might connect to your field, the Drexel CHI UX Club provides a welcoming community where creativity and technology intersect.
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