In a fusion of culture, design, and gastronomy, 21 University of Minnesota students embarked on a transformative learning abroad program to Singapore in January with College of Design professors Carlye Lauff and Barry Kudrowitz. With a focus on the intersection of food and design, their trip proved to be a rich exploration of Singapore's vibrant culinary scene and innovative design landscape.
"I have always loved food and cooking, and Singapore has always been a place I wanted to see,” says Madeline Koul, a product design major. “I thought of it as sort of a bucket list item, so it was amazing being able to visit so early in my life. It also helped that I was able to get credit towards my degree.”
During the trip, UMN students collaborated with peers from the Singapore University of Technology and Design and the National University of Singapore to rethink “hawker centers”—iconic food hubs in Singapore.
