Patricia Kovic

Patricia Kovic is a Professor at Otis College of Art and Design, leading the Creative Action, Interdisciplinary Studies program. Her work focuses on radical pedagogy, digital learning models, and community-informed education.

• Education: Certificate in Media and Technology Education (Harvard Graduate School of Education, 2023), Graduate Studies (Brooklyn College), BFA (SUNY Buffalo)

Research interests include empathy-driven curricula, gender equity in design education, and high-impact learning environments. Her work bridges art, technology, and civic engagement through initiatives like the Neighbor Gap Bridge course. Recent publications explore post-pandemic educational shifts and critiques of creativity paradigms.

Scientific Awards:

• LA Business Council Award
• Next LA Design Award
• Communication Arts CA AIGA
• How Magazine Self-Promotion Annual

Grants include multiple Otis Faculty Development and OARS Initiative awards for diversity and equity projects. She collaborates with institutions like the Skirball Cultural Center and Tate Gallery, while maintaining a design consultancy at facilitybrand.com.