Lou Susi, MFA, BA, ND ( AADHD, 2E, RI )

About

Lou Susi is a multifaceted professional with a rich background in design, comedy, and innovation. Holding an MFA in Dynamic Media | Design from the Massachusetts College of Art and Design, Lou has cultivated a diverse career that spans teaching, human advocacy, and comedy. As an Interaction Design Instructor at Northeastern University's College of Arts, Media and Design, Lou develops and updates courses for design and computer science majors. Lou also serves as Chief Innovation Officer at the Center of Excellence and Innovation, leading initiatives to foster creativity. A passionate stand-up comedian and theoretical humor scientist, Lou engages audiences with unique comedic acts. With extensive experience as a UX design consultant, Lou focuses on human-centered experiences and collaboration. Lou's educational journey includes studies in design strategy, leadership, and comedy, reflecting a commitment to lifelong learning and creative exploration.

Experience

• Interaction Design Instructor, Course Developer, Design Leadership Performance Coach · College of Arts, Media and Design (CAMD) at Northeastern University09-01-2023

  Taught 'Interaction Design Principles' to undergraduate Design and Computer Science majors. Responsible for updating the learning experience based on feedback and research.

• Human Advocacy · Experiencing04-01-2022

  Focused on advocating for human-centered experiences and improvements in design.

• Chief Innovation Officer · Center of Excellence and Innovation02-01-2017

  Led innovation initiatives and strategies to foster excellence and creativity within the organization.

• Stand Up Comedian and Theoretical Humor and Laughter Scientist / Philosopher · Lou Susi | Stand Up Comedian and Theoretical Human and Laughter Scientist / Philosopher03-01-2015

  Developed and performed comedic acts, focusing on audience engagement and laughter optimization. Participated in various comedic events and collaborations.

• Interdependent Artist and User Experience Design Consultant · lou suSi DESIGN09-01-2013

  Provided UX design and research consultancy, focusing on improving collaboration and creating human-centered experiences.

Education

• Massachusetts College of Art and DesignMFA, Dynamic Media | Design
• The Comedy StudioStand Up Comedy
• Center CentreGame-Changing Experience Visions Intensive, Design Strategy and Leadership
• MasterClassSteve Martin's Comedy MasterClass, Comedy
• ImprovBoston Comedy SchoolComedy
• LandmarkLeadership
• North Shore Community CollegeStand Up Comedy
• Karen WebbFinding Your Artistic Process: A Course in Creativity
• Bentley Universitymini-MBA, Creative Continuum: Business and the Creative Process
• Harvard Extension SchoolLiberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
• University of Massachusetts LowellBA, Studio Art{Painting, Installation}
• Boston UniversityMathematics, Music, Italian
• Worcester Polytechnic InstituteMechanical Engineering
• Passim School of Music
• Watertown High School

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