Community

We make the Digital Society School

The Digital Society School is made by many of us. Students, researchers, relations in business and government and university staff form an ever growing network of kindred spirits. However, below are the people that work on making DSS a success on a day to day basis. Do you have a question? One of these people is sure to answer it.

Nicoleta Pana
Digital Society School
Netherlands
Nicoleta Pana

instrument designer, coordinator

Digital Society School Netherlands

UX/UI + Information Designer. I design and develop products, tools & services that enable businesses to grow sustainably, (re)configure various versions of the future, encourage decision-making and in general boost targeted innovation. My work focuses on driving resilient, scalable digital transformation in areas like Global Finance, Digital Economies, (Urban) Systems, RegTech and Political Communication.

Portfolio Project: VR EER 2.0. | Stepping into the era of immersive EdX – one puzzle at a timeProject: EMPOWER 2.0 | Energy transition toolkitProject: STARTING 11 | The first European Dual Career ToolkitProject: TOMAS | Mapping the talent development landscape in AmsterdamProject: GGD Dashboard | Making best use of data bubblesProject: KIEM Project | Chatbots against sexual abuseProject: Finstrument | Maximum social value with LegalTech
Hugo Hruska
Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences
Netherlands
Hugo Hruska

learner

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences Netherlands

No bio

Portfolio Project: Smart Grow Kit II
Luca Guagliardo
Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences
Netherlands
Luca Guagliardo

learner

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences Netherlands

No bio

Project: Smart Grow Kit II
Emre Erim
Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences
Netherlands
Emre Erim

learner

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences Netherlands

Doing an internship

Project: Innovation Arena Spring 2019
Dimitrios Vlachopoulos
Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences
Greece
Dimitrios Vlachopoulos

program manager

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences Greece

I am Greek (from Athens) but I currently live in Amsterdam and I am Program Manager of the Track "Educational Technology for Social Change" at Digital Society School (Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences). On ground, I have worked as full-time Faculty at the University of Barcelona, the Autonomous University of Barcelona, the University of California at Berkeley, the European University Cyprus and Wittenborg University of Applied Sciences. As far as Distance & Online Education are concerned, I have collaborated with UK Universities (Liverpool, Roehampton and Essex), as well as Walden University, the Open University of Catalonia and the Open University of Cyprus mainly teaching in post-graduate and doctorate programs. As far as my education is concerned, I got my PhD. in Distance Education and Instructional Technology from the University of Barcelona (Department of Research Methods and Diagnostics in Education). I also have 5 master degrees in a) Teaching and Learning in Digital Environments, b) Educational Assessment and Program Evaluation, c) Southeast European Studies, d) Management of Organizations in the Economy of Knowledge and e) Evaluation and Quality Management in Higher Education. My research focuses on new and emerging pedagogies, instructional design, digital transformation, teachers' training and professional development and quality assurance in distance education. In 2015 I was the winner of the International "David Wilson Award for Excellence in Teaching and Learning", which gave me funding and the opportunity to start a research on quality assurance e-learning course design standards among various universities worldwide. Since 2019 I am Senior Fellow of the Higher Education academy and in January 2020 I became fellow of the Royal Academy of Arts.

Portfolio Project: Online Study Space: making multisensory education a reality in university environments
Tom de Munck
Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences
Netherlands
Tom de Munck

communication & content marketing

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences Netherlands

No bio

Charlotte Petertil
Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences
United States
Charlotte Petertil

learner

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences United States

I am a graphic designer with a background in branding and advertising. I am interested in how design can help shape the future, encourage positive societal change and influence policymakers.

Portfolio Project: GGD Data Synergy
Sobhi Khatib
Amsterdam University of Applied Science | Digital Society School
Palestine
Sobhi Khatib

program manager

Amsterdam University of Applied Science | Digital Society School Palestine

I'm passionate about the sweet point where human rights and technology meet. In the track Systems For Sharing, I'll be co-creating a vision of ecosystem based on valuing people and empowering them using technology, to take our platform society to the next level.

Nayla Masood
National Institute of Design
India
Nayla Masood

learner

National Institute of Design India

Interested in making interactive installations, tangible interfaces and digital products – backed up by clear concepts and in-depth research, I believe in creating innovative and meaningful user experiences that empower people and align with their needs.

Project: Connected Campus
Jien Wakasugi
Kyushu University
Japan
Jien Wakasugi

learner

Kyushu University Japan

I study industrial design and information technology. My interests are interaction design and robots. I'm so thrilled about joining DSS with other international students.

Project: Smart Grow Kit II
Merlijn
Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences
Netherlands
Merlijn

learner

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences Netherlands

No bio

Project: GGD Data Synergy
Dania Awin
Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences
Netherlands
Dania Awin

learner

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences Netherlands

No bio

Project: GGD Data Synergy
Li-Hsin Chang

Taiwan
Li-Hsin Chang

learner

Taiwan

Focus on better climate change governance and communications.

Project: Climate Change Solutions Spring 2019
Loredana Boghea
The Hague University of Applied Sciences
Romania
Loredana Boghea

learner

The Hague University of Applied Sciences Romania

No bio

Project: Innovation Arena Spring 2019
Ola Bonati
1992
Netherlands
Ola Bonati

learner

1992 Netherlands

I am passionate about new media their application in creating digital environment more accessible to a wider audience. Currently working with my team on reimagining the future of policing,

Project: Security in the Data Era
Gustavo Niño
Digital Society School
Colombia
Gustavo Niño

learner

Digital Society School Colombia

I am deeply interested in developing ways and tools to reduce breaches, within society, through technology and collaboration. My background is on Business Administration and I have worked as Creativity and Innovation consultant and trainer for the past 5 years.

Portfolio Project: Innovation Arena Spring 2019
Valentina Zwertbroek
UX Design Institute
Bulgaria
Valentina Zwertbroek

learner

UX Design Institute Bulgaria

I am in love with all things UX UI & Visual Design related. I describe myself as a multi-tasking creative - solving problems for people by combining love for design with business ideas!

Portfolio Project: Climate Change Solutions Spring 2019
Jessica Ciucci
Miss
Italy
Jessica Ciucci

learner

Miss Italy

No bio

Project: Climate Change Solutions Spring 2019
AJ Magee
Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences
United States
AJ Magee

instrument designer

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences United States

No bio

Project: Climate Change Solutions Spring 2019
Neel Koradia
National Institute Of Design
India
Neel Koradia

learner

National Institute Of Design India

No bio

Project: Security in the Data Era
Shanshan Wang
Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences
China
Shanshan Wang

learner

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences China

I am from China, my major is industrial design in bachelor degree and design strategy in master degree. I am learning my master degree in Japan. I like drawing and swimming.

Project: Connected Campus
Laura Condini Turqueto
DSS
Brazil
Laura Condini Turqueto

learner

DSS Brazil

I am Brazilian and a very positive person. I love exploring nature and I'm fascinated by the opportunity to understand life from different perspectives. I deeply believe in the power of creativity and design as a key success factor. My life motto is to bridge the gap between the environmental and the innovation field, helping institutions to shift their mindset and inspiring them towards a circular economy, developing services and products that generate real impact and value in people's lives.

Project: Connected Campus
Tayo Fagbohun
Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences
Nigeria
Tayo Fagbohun

learner

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences Nigeria

Tayo Fagbohun track records show without any equivocation that he is a force to be reckoned with in the African Innovation space. Tayo Fagbohun's philosophy is that development should not be the sole responsibility of the government but young people must arise to deliver the future through innovation and creativity. Tayo has represented several global technology brands while on campus due to his passion for global technology brands. He was an advocate for technology as a Google Student Ambassador, Intel Student Influencer, Microsoft student partner and a Mozilla representative by Firefox. This gave him an opportunity to globe-trot different countries while studying at the University. He is well positioned to be a leader in the emerging fourth industrial revolution through his wealth of experiences with different global technology brands. Tayo is currently a Transformation Designer at the Digital Society School, Amsterdam University of Applied Science working on using digital technology to accelerate the SDGs progress.

Sam van der Velden
Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences
Netherlands
Sam van der Velden

learner

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences Netherlands

No bio

Project: Connected Campus
Diego López
Digital Society School
Spain
Diego López

learner

Digital Society School Spain

Software developer focused on mobile applications, with previous studies of Architecture, I'm interested in learning more about big data, data analysis and online privacy and security. I love music, films, history and meeting unconventional people.

Project: GGD Data Synergy
Martin van der Wolf
Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences
Netherlands
Martin van der Wolf

learner

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences Netherlands

Game Development Student interested in bringing people together through the use of technology!

Project: Smart Grow Kit II
Steven Limandjaja
Saxion University of Applied Sciences
Indonesia
Steven Limandjaja

learner

Saxion University of Applied Sciences Indonesia

A designer x film maker with keen interest for technology. Pushing the boundaries of art and design one bit at a time.

Portfolio Project: Innovation Arena Spring 2019
Sila
-
Netherlands
Sila

learner

- Netherlands

I am a social psychologist and researcher. I have a great passion for human behavior. I am interested in societal problems, create awareness, and basically use my social psychology background for building a more resilient society.

Project: GGD Data Synergy
Lama
Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences
Netherlands
Lama

learner

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences Netherlands

I'm a designer, an artist at heart and a writer; a firm believer in honest and purposeful creations and a documentation fanatic. I am a very active person who is easily adaptable to new contexts. I'm mostly interested in the dynamics of cities, experimenting with new ways of self expression and paper.

Portfolio Project: Security in the Data Era
Linda Sophie Nisslbeck
University of Applied Sciences Würzburg
Germany
Linda Sophie Nisslbeck

learner

University of Applied Sciences Würzburg Germany

No bio

Portfolio Project: Climate Change Solutions Spring 2019
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