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CategoriesCelebration & Fundraiser Opportunity Dec. 8: BRIDGEGOOD Community Celebration
Celebrate with local designers, artists, and change-makers at Power of We – BRIDGEGOOD's end-of-year fundraising event. Hear student success stories,…
CategoriesDesign Economic Mobility Education Social Justice Avenging for Equity x USC & BRIDGEGOOD
In a groundbreaking collaboration that highlights the power of art and storytelling in the pursuit of racial equity, BRIDGEGOOD, formerly…
CategoriesDesign Education Opportunity Top 8 Design Portfolio Platforms
If you are a student designer looking to kickstart your career in User Experience (UX), User Interface (UI), Visual Design,…
CategoriesDesign Economic Mobility Job & Career Recap: Design Explorers H.S. Internship
In the summer of 2023, I was entrusted by the BRIDGEGOOD team to pioneer a high school internship initiative known…
CategoriesCelebration & Fundraiser News Pictionary TV + BRIDGEGOOD
This Pictionary episode was a united effort to support the #DesignForSocialGood cause. Rosemary and Andre joined hands to champion this…
CategoriesDesign Economic Mobility Job & Career News Mornings on 2 with BRIDGEGOOD
BRIDGEGOOD is all about student empowerment and tech opportunity. For two decades we've been on a mission to provide access,…
Power of We at Google SF
On August 17, 2023, the iconic San Francisco Bay Bridge provided a stunning backdrop for a truly inspiring gathering at…
CategoriesCelebration & Fundraiser News August 2022: Thank you, Yudy
I will miss traveling to colleges across the Bay Area all the way to Fresno. I will miss having the…
CategoriesEconomic Mobility News Opportunity May 2021: Koka, Beyond BRIDGEGOOD
In an exciting and progressive collaboration spanning two years, Beyond and BRIDGEGOOD have been working hand-in-hand to nurture diverse talent…
CategoriesDesign Education Job & Career Finding Your Unique Design Style
Think about your favorite designer or illustrator. What specifically captivates your attention about them? It’s highly likely that their distinctive…
CategoriesDesign Education Job & Career In Design Thinking, Why is Empathy Important?
Design Thinking is an approach to problem solving that engages a person to understand and empathize with user needs, identifying/re-defining…
CategoriesDesign Education Opportunity Valuable Resources for UX Design
Whether you’re an aspiring UX designer or a seasoned UX professional, staying on top of UX design trends is crucial…
CategoriesDesign Education Job & Career Conquering Interviews with Confidence
Attention, aspiring student designers! Your journey into the captivating realm of User Experience Design awaits, and the gateway to unlocking…
CategoriesDesign Economic Mobility Job & Career Trouble Getting Hired? 3 Actionable Steps
Congratulations to all the recent graduates of the Google UX Professional Certificate and Bootcamp programs! At BRIDGEGOOD, we understand the…
CategoriesDesign News Opportunity Tesla: Uniting Design + Tech + Opportunity
BRIDGEGOOD + Tesla: Uniting Design, Technology, and Opportunity. A Glimpse into the Fusion of Robotics, Product Design, and Engineering, Empowering…
Understanding Design for Social Good
When Executive Director Shaun Tai founded Oakland Digital in 2009, he wanted to create a space in which students and…
CategoriesDesign Economic Mobility Job & Career Opportunity BRIDGEGOOD: Opportunity for Everyone
BRIDGEGOOD UX Design Apprentices work directly with US Bank’s Director of UX Design. BRIDGEGOOD, an award-winning 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization known…
CategoriesDesign Economic Mobility Why We Need More Filipinos in Design
With over 4.7 million people accounting for 1.4% of the total U.S. population, Filipinos constitute one of the largest Asian…
CategoriesCelebration & Fundraiser News AAPI Heritage Month Spotlight: Elisa Feng
In the bustling world of fashion and design, where creativity meets craftsmanship, there are individuals who not only leave their…
CategoriesCelebration & Fundraiser Design Economic Mobility Designing for Social Good: Inspire Oakland
Join us on May 9th for an unforgettable experience! The Art Mart is from 12pm-1pm and 3:30pm-4:30pm and the Inspire…
CategoriesNews Deka Dike: Driving Opportunity for Creatives
For Immediate Release BRIDGEGOOD Welcomes Deka Dike, Seasoned Leader and Vice President at U.S. Bank, to Its Board of Directors…
CategoriesNews Camila Baum: Empowering BIPOC Creatives
For Immediate Release Welcome to the Board: Medical Social Worker, Camila Baum Oakland, CA – Oakland-based non-profit organization, BRIDGEGOOD, is…
CategoriesEducation News Opportunity Guidance and Encouragement: Jemena T.
“I will forever be grateful to BRIDGEGOOD for extending their hand to me and accepting me as an Integration Strategist…
CategoriesDesign Job & Career Opportunity Inspire Oakland + Art Mart @ JLS Oakland
If you’re an Oakland native or resident, you may have seen large billboards throughout the town with the bold words…
The Job Hunt for Early UX Designers
You’re an emerging creative ready to break into the world of UX design. Read more to explore tips and strategies…
CategoriesDesign Economic Mobility News Opportunity Comcast: $50K to ‘Empower Creative Talent’
Comcast Donates $50K to BRIDGEGOOD and Champions ‘Empower Creative Talent’ to Help Close the Tech Opportunity Divide Comcast expands their…
CategoriesEconomic Mobility Education Tips for Students to Land Jobs in UX Design
In our last blog post, we gave a brief overview of User Experience (UX) Design and where to learn more.…
CategoriesCelebration & Fundraiser News A Leader in Women’s Board Leadership
Celebrating Lisa Towles: A Leader in Women’s Board Leadership As we celebrate International Women’s Day in 2023, it is important…
What is User Experience (UX) Design?
User Experience (UX) Design is the process of designing and creating digital products, services, and environments that meet the needs…
CategoriesNews Sydney T Nguyễn joins BRIDGEGOOD’s Board
For Immediate Release BRIDGEGOOD Welcomes Sydney T Nguyễn to Board of Directors Oakland, CA – BRIDGEGOOD, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization…
CategoriesDesign Education Job & Career UX + UI Resources and Tools
In today’s digital age, technology is an essential tool for aspiring User Experience (UX) researchers, User Interface (UI) designers, and…
CategoriesNews David Landa joins BRIDGEGOOD’s Board
For Immediate Release BRIDGEGOOD Welcomes David Landa to Board of Directors Oakland, CA – BRIDGEGOOD, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated…
CategoriesCelebration & Fundraiser News Kevin & Linda: 10+ Years of Service
For Immediate Release BRIDGEGOOD Honors Kevin Louie and Linda Poeng for Over 10 Years of Service to the Board of…
CategoriesDesign News Opportunity Faithful to the Bay with 49ers & Adobe
"Fans can celebrate their team and history with designs by our fantastic BRIDGEGOOD partners, and they can remix exclusive templates…
CategoriesNews Jefferson Awards Winner: Shaun Tai
For providing under-represented young people with BRIDGEGOOD's free training and mentorship in design technology, the Jefferson Award in the Bay…
CategoriesJob & Career Ranked #4 Best UX Apprenticeship
Thrilled to announce that BRIDGEGOOD's UX Design Apprenticeship is ranked #4 best "UI/UX Design and Research Apprenticeships" in 2022 by…
CategoriesEducation UPLIFT Design Showcase
BRIDGEGOOD's inaugural design showcase highlighting diverse + creative talent from across the Bay Area.
CategoriesOpportunity The BRIDGEGOOD Experience
BRIDGEGOOD is building the next pipeline of employable designers, providing them with professional experience and real-world opportunities.
CategoriesDesign Economic Mobility Education News Opportunity Chabot College Students Win Inspire Oakland
"For me, this Inspire Oakland design challenge win highlights the hard work I've been able to do during the pandemic…
CategoriesCelebration & Fundraiser RESILIENCE Fundraiser Celebration
Join design professionals, community leaders, and do-gooders at RESILIENCE. Learn about the power of design for social good while celebrating…
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