Innovation Forums are 1 of the highlights of AU Las Vegas. As we mentioned a couple weeks ago, we’re shaking things up this year with 3 forums that will connect to tell a larger story of disruptive innovation, taking you on a journey from the spark of an idea through to its actualization. Your guide on this adventure will be Roman Mars. We’ll look at how technology is shaping a new class of consumers, changing the nature of products, and rewriting customer demand across all industries. We’ll dive deep into the ways technology—additive manufacturing, robotic fabrication, advanced materials, fro... READ MORE >

Maybe this is your first time attending AU Las Vegas, or maybe you’ve been there and done that many times over. (If it’s your first time, check out last week’s post and be sure to sign up for Freshman Orientation—Lynn Allen and other AU old hands will give you inside info on what not to miss, and you’ll get to connect with fellow freshman even before classes start.) Either way, to ensure you get the most out of your week with us, we asked AU veterans to tell us 1 thing about AU that only alumni know. Here’s the scoop. READ MORE >

Attending AU Las Vegas for the first time can be daunting. What should you bring? How do you know where to go? How do you meet people? What if you find out a class you signed up for isn’t for you? To answer these and other questions, we asked AU veterans to give us their best advice for AU freshmen. Here’s what they have to say. Let’s start with the basics. AU veteran Caroline Paula Johnston says, “Don’t miss the train, buy your ticket now!” (She’s right—plus, if you purchase your pass before October 18, you’ll save $300.) @autodesku don’t miss any of your early morning alarm calls! READ MORE >

December is just around the corner—have you signed up for your AU 2015 Las Vegas classes yet? While you’re busy filling your AU schedule, be sure to check out Exploring Your Design Information with Machine Learning Using the Design Graph,  an exciting session led by Autodesk’s Senior Director of Emerging Products and Technology Mike Haley.  This instructional demo will look at a groundbreaking Autodesk technology. Design Graph uses sophisticated machine learning techniques to analyze 3D design information and discover patterns in data, enabling us to quickly find the best possible so... READ MORE >

Photo by Bert Johnson That’s right, folks. We are so excited to announce that Roman Mars, creator and host of our favorite design and architecture podcast 99% Invisible and co-founder of Radiotopia, will be emceeing all 3 of this year’s Innovation Forums. Roman’s iTunes Top 20 podcast averages 3 million monthly downloads. He was among Fast Company’s 100 Most Creative People in 2013. And he’s the highest funded journalist in Kickstarter history. We think it's safe to say he’s kind of a design rock star. READ MORE >