Dr. Derek Yates
Graphic design scholar and author investigating collaborative design models, cross-disciplinary design education, and the impact of automation on visual authorship.
Documented research interests and leadership
- Research areas
- Design Systems for Social Impact, Co-Creation Methodologies, Speculative Graphic Design
- Academic position
- Associate Dean of Design & Principal Fellow in Visual Communication
- Primary university source
- Official directory entry ↗
- Recruitment status
- Not verified. Leadership profile does not imply active vacancies or assistantship availability.
Supervision and contact
Students interested in graduate or doctoral research supervision in Design Systems for Social Impact, Co-Creation Methodologies, Speculative Graphic Design are advised to consult formal department application channels.
Important verification note
Facts reflect official university directory records reviewed 2026-10-15. Faculty recruitment and admissions require formal application.
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