Dr. Nassim Parvin

Professor

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Biography

Nassim Parvin is a Professor and Associate Dean of Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, Access & Sovereignty (IDEAS) at the Information School of the University of Washington. Parvin's research delves into the ethical and political dimensions of design technology, particularly questions surrounding democracy and justice. Rooted in pragmatist ethics and feminist theory, her work critically engages with emerging digital technologies, such as smart cities and artificial intelligence, examining their transformative effects on future social interactions. Her interdisciplinary research program integrates humanistic inquiry with experimental design practices, manifesting through traditional academic scholarship and digital artifacts. Parvin’s scholarship has been featured in various recognized venues, including Design Issues and ACM CSCW, and she has collaborated with organizations like the Mayo Clinic and exhibited at places such as the Smithsonian Museum. Acknowledged for her teaching, she has received multiple awards, including the GATECH CETL/BP Junior Faculty Teaching Excellence Award. As an Associate Dean, she is dedicated to fostering equitable environments that promote social justice and ensure the success of students, staff, and faculty. Parvin holds a PhD in Design from Carnegie Mellon University, an MS in Digital Media from Georgia Institute of Technology, and a BS in Electrical Engineering from the University of Tehran, Iran.

Research Interests

Awards

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Paper Award - ACM Designing Interactive Systems (DIS)

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Infrastructure Award

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Faculty Research Award - Ivan Allen College (IAC) Digital Integrative Liberal Arts Center (DILAC)

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Junior Faculty Teaching Excellence Award - Georgia Tech

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Teacher of the Year Award - Ivan Allen College

Requirements for University of Washington

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Total
Required:80
IELTS
Overall
Required:6.5
Duolingo
Overall Score
Required:105
Overall
Required:105
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university
Application Checklist
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  • English proficiency scores (for international students)
Specialization Notes

Standard Graduate School requirements for University of Washington apply to most departments listed unless specified otherwise by the program.