Centers and Collections

Centers and Collections

The Eskenazi School of Art, Architecture + Design has three centers for research, innovation, and creative thinking: Eskenazi Technology and Innovation Lab, Center for Innovative Merchandising, and ServeDesign Center. These centers add depth and opportunity to your learning experience at IU, through events such as guest lectures, artist talks, and networking events. Students also have opportunities to work in these centers under research assignments and other activities.

The Eskenazi School also oversees The Elizabeth Sage Historic Costume Collection, which serves as a resource for students, professionals, and the public.

Eskenazi Technology and Innovation Lab (ETIL)

The Eskenazi Technology Innovation Lab (ETIL) at the Eskenazi School of Art, Architecture + Design provides a research and creative activity platform for faculty who work in the dynamic intersection of art, design, social science, and technology.

Learn more about the ETIL

Center for Innovative Merchandising

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The Indiana University Center for Innovative Merchandising builds strategic partnerships between the Eskenazi School of Art, Architecture + Design and the retail merchandising industry. Our partners are leading edge merchants and industry innovators, excited to engage faculty, students, and each other in the opportunities and challenges of a dynamic global industry.

Learn more about the Center for Innovative Merchandising

ServeDesign Center

The Indiana University ServeDesign Center works in partnership with campus and community to advance engaged scholarship and prepare students for lifelong civic and social responsibility in an increasingly diverse and complex global society.

Learn more about the ServeDesign Center

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