UIX Blog: At WMCAT, using social design to tackle global problems
A recent workshop at WMCAT highlights the tremendous good that social design can do, from Grand Rapids to around the world.
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UIX: Sights set on empowering students, Kent ISD focuses on youth-business connection
How do you make sure students are ready to take on the world? Jarrad Grandy and his team of STEM and career readiness consultants are answering that by connecting youth at Kent ISD with local businesses.
UIX: Adam Brent and Cocoa tackle hunger, redefine waste by strengthening local roots
Adam Brent has a rich history. Rich in experience, and rich in nutrients. His work with Cocoa has been strengthening local root systems through an innovative and ancient approach: make the best compost you can.
UIX blog: Social media maps used as a public service
Social media has pervaded nearly every aspect of life. And whether or not you agree with its reach, there's no doubting its efficacy in spreading important news in real time.
UIX: HQ lights a path for homeless youth
Invisible to many in West Michigan, an average of 200 youth go without a place to sleep each night in our community. They've escaped violence, rejection and neglect. They've been through a lot, and a life on the street can be even worse. For all those who have no place to call home, HQ Runaway & Homeless Youth Drop-In Center offers a safe and caring destination.
UIX: Haris Alibašić keeps sustainable growth on GR’s horizon
More than qualified to direct the city's Office of Energy and Sustainability, Haris Alibašic has his hands in many other projects as well. He manages the state and federal legislative affairs for the city, is actively involved with the Bosnian American community, and as a member of the Grand Rapids 2030 District Leadership Council, is reducing greenhouse gases in downtown Grand Rapids.
UIX: Rudy Carrasco and Partners Worldwide are ending poverty
Partners Worldwide is taking down poverty. That being a tremendous project requiring vast resources, the non-profit must lean heavily on its strongest asset—its people.
UIX Blog: Finding us on the map(s)
We discuss maps and ways to categorize data so much on this blog, it's only reasonable that we ask ourselves where we fit on that map. But even before that question is answered, what map should we use?
UIX: Bryant Zimmerman pairs global expertise with community education
For Bryant Zimmerman, part of running a global communications company means being passionate about local education.
UIX Blog: Useful mapping technologies connect West Michigan
There are several examples of applied modern mapping technology in West Michigan alone, and one need look no further than the City of Grand Rapids' technology department for examples.
