David Schwittek

David Schwittek is a Professor at Lehman College, New York, known for pioneering interdisciplinary projects at the intersection of art, education, and social justice. His work spans creative writing, game design, public health, and migration studies, often collaborating with Prof. Alyshia Gálvez on documentary and installation art projects.

• Dead Poets Rise (2020): A board game making poetry accessible through play, showcased at the American Writers Museum and Poets House.
• 21 Trucks of San Antonio Texcala (2018-2019): A textile art series examining migration, economic ties, and Mexican folk traditions.
• Necesitando Al Otro (2017): An interactive video installation analyzing Mexican migrant health and the impact of absence/presence on understanding their struggles.

His research explores gamification in literary education, social determinants of health, and art as a tool for empathy. While specific scientific awards are limited, his projects have gained institutional recognition and public exhibition.