| Description
| This course explores how contemporary collecting responds to and bridges diverse societal challenges and future development needs. Through an in-depth analysis of both domestic and international case studies, students will learn how contemporary collecting practices engage with social issues and will be guided to design collecting projects that emphasize sustainability and social responsiveness.
The course covers topics including execution strategies for contemporary collecting, collecting ethics, and alignment with international policy frameworks such as the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Students will develop practical skills with a focus on strategic thinking and cultural sensitivity. Furthermore, the course encourages students to adopt multiple perspectives—as contemporary collection managers, curators, and community collaborators—to reimagine the role of cultural institutions today: not merely as preservers of history, but as active agents in responding to the present an
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