Dharma Dailey
Assistant Teaching Professor
Location: UW1-260V
Phone: (425) 352-3470
Email: ddailey@uw.edu
Background
Dr. Dailey conducts empirical research at the intersection of human-centered design and data science, focusing on collaboration practices, structures, and resources that foster high-quality science and pro-social outcomes. Having mentored over 20 data science teams, she emphasizes the integration of human-centered practices to improve processes and results. Dr. Dailey actively engages with educators to share strategies for teaching and learning Data for Good. Her current research interests stem from her PhD mixed methods study on the role of social media in crisis-affected communities, reflecting her long-standing commitment to community-based design and advocacy since the 1990s.
Research
Dr. Dailey is investigating collaborations between professional software engineers and scientists at the Scientific Software Engineer Center at UW, while also organizing workshops for data science educators to exchange strategies for teaching Data for Good. Additionally, she supports digital equity projects in Washington state.
Courses
- CSS 142 Intro to Computer Programming I
- CSS 478 Usability and User-Centered Design
Education
University of Washington College of Engineering – Seattle, WA
Ph.D. – Human Centered Design & Engineering
M.S. – Human Centered Design & Engineering
SUNY Empire State College – Saratoga Springs, NY
B.S. – Interdisciplinary Studies