Dr. Karen Reuther

Instructor

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Biography

Karen Reuther is a Design Critic in Architecture at the Harvard Graduate School of Design. With a robust background as a creative leader and industrial designer, she has significantly contributed to the field through her innovative strategies and design philosophies. Karen has held notable positions, including Vice President of Creative Direction and Innovation at Reebok, where she led global creative strategy implementation to enhance consumer touchpoints and reinforce the brand's market position. Additionally, she served as Global Creative Director at Nike for twelve years, focusing on product development and merchandising strategy, solidifying Nike's position as an industry leader. She has also been a part of Cast Collective, a consultancy that integrates design and innovation across various technology sectors. Karen is a contributor to Harvard ALI's Social Impact Review, where her recent work discusses gender bias in product design. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Industrial Design from Purdue University and a Master of Business from Lesley University.

Research Interests

Courses

PRO-7254 Integrative Frameworks: Product Design STU-1232 Collaborative Design Engineering Studio II ADV-9201 Independent Study by Candidates Master’s Degrees

Requirements for Harvard University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
TOEFL
Total
Required:80
IELTS
Overall
Required:6.5
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in a technical or quantitative field
Application Checklist
  • Online application
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  • Letters of recommendation
  • Resume/CV
Specialization Notes

Administered by the Harvard Kenneth C. Griffin Graduate School of Arts and Sciences (GSAS).