Dr. Marianne Fairbanks

Professor

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Biography

Marianne Fairbanks is the Bascom Professor of Design Studies at the University of Wisconsin–Madison, where she also serves as a Kohl’s Center Innovation Faculty Fellow in the School of Human Ecology. With over 20 years of experience, her work encompasses a diverse array of practices within textile technology and social engagement. Her research focuses on the intricate relationships between threads, art, and societal roles, exploring poetic and aesthetic dimensions as well as utilitarian functions. Her commitment to the political implications of textile work is evident in her collaborative projects that promote critical discourse while envisioning the future of society. Fairbanks has contributed to notable publications, including work on social weaving and textile design theory, further establishing her reputation in the academic community. Additionally, she has an active online presence through various platforms dedicated to textiles and design.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of Wisconsin–Madison

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Total
Required:92
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Duolingo
Overall Score
Required:125
Overall
Required:125
Prerequisites
Programming experience (Data Structures, Machine Organization) One year college-level calculus
Application Checklist
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  • CV/Resume
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Unofficial transcripts
Specialization Notes

Department: Department of Computer Sciences