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What’s inside:

  • We are 61% to our goal!: of becoming a 501(c)3 organization, help us reach our goal today by donating here.

  • After Party ‘24 was a blast: RSVP for the next one. It will be on Thursday, June 12, 2025 7-9pm at the Firestone Walker Brewing Co. in Venice, CA. this will be right after the CMD Student Showcase!

  • Upcoming Capstone Feedback: Interested in seeing what the current IxD Seniors are up to? Sign up to give feedback on our upcoming feedback session in May.

  • Successful Portfolio Review: This past month several of our volunteers met with aspiring UX students to review their portfolios both in person and online.

  • How to Get Involved: We’re always looking for passionate volunteers and supporters. If you're interested in joining our mission, check out our website for more details.

We’re almost there! 🎯

We still need your help. Becoming an 501(c)(3) organization will allow us to apply for grants, and reduce the cost of taxes that comes out of the donations, and we can put more of it towards organizing events, and programs. We will also be able to provide future job/internship opportunities. We’re only $280 away from our goal, please DONATE today to help us get there!

After Hours Party was a blast 🎉 

Our organization hosted a memorable after-party for the fall semester! It was an evening of laughter, connection, and honoring their hard work the last few months. During this time we got to debut our very own customized pins! Reach out to us on how you can get one! Sign up for the ‘25 After Party here.

Current and former IxD students at the After Party at Santa Monica Brew Works.

New After Hours pins! Reach out to us to get yours.

Upcoming Senior Capstone Review ✏️

Interested in seeing what the current IxD Seniors are up to? Sign up to volunteer to offer them constructive feedback as they prepare to showcase their capstone project in June. Review sessions will be held online May 12-16. If you want to volunteer please fill out this form.

Portfolio Review 💻

Our awesome volunteers were able to provide aspiring 22 UX students, insightful feedback and one-on-one discussions via online and in person. They helped students refine their work, strengthen their presentations, and gain confidence to apply to the program. It was an inspiring experience to support the next generation of UX designers!

In person portfolio review.

In person portfolio review.

Stay Connected 📌

Donate: Help us bring amazing services and opportunities to SMC IxD students, alumni, and those in the interaction design field who want to be part of our community. With your donation we’ll be able to provide interaction designers access to special leveling up opportunities such as speaker events, panelists, workshops, and mentorships. Every contribution makes a difference! Give a one time donation or sign up to be a patron here. Thank you 🙌💫

Get Involved: We’re always looking for passionate volunteers and supporters. If you're interested in joining our mission, check out our website for more details.

Stay Connected: Follow us on social media for the latest updates and opportunities. We're on Linkedin and Instagram.

Thank you for being a part of our community. Together, we can achieve great things!

Best regards,

After Hours