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Salvador Orara
Design Educator, Facilitator, & Innovation Consultant
Salvador Orara is an Adjunct Assistant Professor at Willamette University, where he specializes in design and innovation education. With over two decades of experience in the design industry and academia, he has established himself as a distinguished practitioner and mentor. His career reflects a blend of practical design work and academic engagement, which includes teaching various courses related to design, technology, and innovation.
In addition to his role at Willamette University, Orara has been involved in teaching at other institutions, such as the University of Portland, where he recently launched a new Innovation Minor program. His teaching methodologies often incorporate contemporary practices, such as storytelling in engineering and the use of artificial intelligence in education.1356
Orara is also recognized for his involvement with alumni networks and community gatherings, emphasizing his commitment to mentorship and professional development within the design community.24
