Dr. Virginie Tessier

Biography

Virginie Tessier is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Environmental Planning at the Université de Montréal. She obtained her Ph.D. in Environmental Planning from the same institution in 2021, following a Master's degree in Environmental Planning with a specialization in Design and Complexity in 2014. In addition, she completed a microprogram in Postsecondary Teaching in 2017. Her research interests are centered on the interplay between design and environmental planning, focusing on how collaborative design processes can facilitate ecological transitions. Tessier is the lead researcher on several projects that explore the role of design in fostering sustainable decision-making practices in education and professional settings. She is also involved in various research groups and serves in administrative roles related to the coordination of the Industrial Design Bachelor's program. Throughout her academic career, she has supervised numerous graduate theses and has contributed significantly to the field of design through her innovative research methodologies that aim to enhance educational practices and design sustainability.

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