Saturday March 8th, 10:30 AM
Seminar room: 123 (Atrium Level)
Presented by Steve McGuire, Professor
Over the last 13 years, the Design, Build, Ride curriculum – part of 3D Design and Jewelry and Metal Arts – in the School of Art, Art History & Design at the University of Iowa has become a top handmade bicycle curriculum nationally and internationally, with over 300 art and engineering students having designed and built a handmade bicycle, attracting internship opportunities for students and international acclaim. The curriculum, comprised of four courses, is the place for art and engineering majors to meet as makers.
The proposed seminar will present, in a discussion format, curriculum and facilities considerations, and initiatives occurring now at other universities.
The proposed exhibition (2027), Let’s Build a Bicycle, will showcase 30 of the finest bicycles in the world. The exhibition’s goal is to bring to attention the aesthetics and craft of science and engineering in handmade bicycles. The exhibition will be comprised of independent framebuilders.
