Interested in Design, Technology, or Research?Join DTR (Design, Technology, and Research) to work on hands-on projects in human–computer interaction, learning sciences, and design innovation—and become part of a driven community of makers and researchers.
Our alumni have gone on to leading roles at OpenAI, Google, Meta, Microsoft, and Stanford, with over 40% continuing into top tech companies or research labs.
DTR Open House, Winter 2026
Date: Friday, February 13th
Time: 2:00 - 4:00 PM
Location: The Garage, Workspace Room 1
RSVP: https://forms.gle/aKTdzZbKFsfwF7vh8
Learn how to gain hands-on research experience while earning credit in CS 315/415: Design, Technology, and Research. The course counts toward technical elective, interface, and project requirements. Meet faculty and current students at the Open House to see what DTR is like firsthand, and yes, there will be snacks!
We welcome undergraduate, masters, and PhD students from all disciplines who are curious about people, design, technology, and learning. Applications for Spring Quarter 2026 are now open and due February 16th.
Can’t make it? Submit the form and contact us at hq@northwestern.edu or visit our website for more info.