Human by Design: An AI x Design Thinking Launch
Join IDEO U and Dent Education for a relaxed, creative happy hour celebrating the launch of the AI x Design Thinking – Early Career Credential during SXSW EDU.
Think backyard party energy meets future-of-work inspiration.
We’re bringing together educators, employers, innovators, nonprofit leaders, and school system partners who care about preparing young people for a rapidly changing, AI-enabled world.
You’ll meet others who believe:
In an AI world, human-centered skills matter more than ever
AI should amplify - not replace - creativity, critical thinking, and empathy
Young people deserve hands-on experiences that build real, job-ready capabilities
Expect drinks, heavy appetizers, music, and plenty of time to connect - plus playful, interactive stations where you can experiment at the intersection of AI and design thinking. You might generate AI artifacts to celebrate new connections, remix ideas about the future of work, or help shape what this credential becomes next. Musical instruments are absolutely welcome. 🎸
You’ll also get a quick inside look at how this credential prepares learners to become adaptive, human-centered innovators - and how you can get involved in upcoming pilots.
Rough Agenda
5:30–6:30 PM | Mingle + Creative Play Stations
6:30–6:45 PM | Welcome + Credential Story
6:45–7:10 PM | Human by Design Highlights + Share-Out
7:10–8:00 PM | Open Networking + Good Vibes
Come curious. Meet great people. Play with ideas. Help shape the future of workforce learning.