Jessica Meharry
Visiting Assistant Professor at ID
Jessica Meharry is a designer, researcher, and educator who develops justice-oriented design methodologies for professional practice. Her cross-disciplinary research interests focus on designing for equitable economies, strategizing processes that frame equity as an innovation driver, and developing inclusive design management pedagogy. Her current research projects include the development and testing of an anti-oppressive design framework focused on information and communication technologies.
In her previous role as the Director of Academic DEI at Columbia College Chicago, Jessica led college-wide efforts to transform curriculum and pedagogy through anti-racist frameworks. She has more than 20 years of experience in managerial roles in design, marketing, and communication and actively maintains an award-winning graphic design practice.
Jessica received a PhD from ID, an MFA from Savannah College of Art and Design, and a bachelor of science from Northwestern University.
Shapeshift Session
Keynote & Fireside Chat with Anamitra Deb: Shaping an Inclusive AI Future | Friday, May 30