Ann Marie Ragan

Ann Marie Ragan

Senior Lecturer in Interior Design

E-Mail: ann.ragan@ndsu.edu

Office: E. Morrow Lebedeff Hall 178H

Phone: (701) 231-7359 

Education:

  • Master of Science. University of Nebraska - Lincoln, Architecture. Specialization in Interior Design. Master's Thesis: "Evidence-based Service-learning Interior Design Projects: Engaging Undergraduate Students and Advancing the Interior Design Body of Knowledge," 2013.
  • Bachelor of Science. North Dakota State University, Interior Design. 2000.

Biography

Ann Marie Ragan has practiced as a professional interior designer and has over 23 years of experience in the commercial and residential design fields. Specializing in office design, sustainable design, and high-end residential, Ann Marie has worked on a diverse number of projects including high-end residential homes, small businesses, projects focused on sustainable design, healthcare, and large-scale contract.

 

Courses Taught

  • ADHM 152 Visual Communications I
  • ADHM 153 Sketching for Creativity
  • ADHM 160 Interior Design Careers
  • ADHM 161 Interior Graphics I
  • ADHM 250 Interior Environmental Analysis
  • ADHM 251 Interior Design Studio 1: Residential Design
  • ADHM 253 Interior Design Studio II: Office Design
  • ADHM 261 Visual Communications II
  • ADHM 264 Residential Building System
  • ADHM 351 Interior Design Studio III: Advanced Residential
  • ADHM 363 Commercial Lighting Design and Building Systems
  • ADHM 365 CADD for Interiors
  • ADHM 368 Interior Materials
  • ADHM 452 Comprehensive Interior Design Project
  • ADHM 491 CET Designer Seminar
  • ADHM 491 Biomimicry Seminar
  • ADHM 491 Sketching for Creativity Seminar
  • ADHM 491 Expanding your Horizons Seminar

Teaching Experience

  • Senior Lecturer, Interior Design, North Dakota State University, 2013 - present
  • Lecturer, Interior Design, North Dakota State University, 2006 - 2013
  • Lecturer, Interior Design, North Dakota State University, 2001 - 2005
  • Adjunct Lecturer, Interior Design, North Dakota State University, 2000 - 2001

 

Selected Publications, Recent Research, and Presentations

  • Ragan, A (2018). Designing Outdoor Gathering Spaces. Eat Smart. Play Hard. as cited in Garden-Robinson, J., (2019). Prairie Fare: Enjoy Lounging Outdoors with a Refreshing Beverage. (Online newsletter) NDSU Extensions and Ag Research News, retrieved from www.ag.ndsu.edu/news, 2019.
  • Ragan, A (2018). Designing Outdoor Gathering Spaces. Eat Smart. Play Hard., 2018-2019.
  • Ragan, A (2016). Designing a Multi-Use Kitchen. Eat Smart. Play Hard., 2016-2017.
  • Ragan, A. (2014). Designing a Healthy Home. Eat Smart. Play Hard., 2014-2015.
  • Ragan, Ann Marie "Evidence-based Service-learning Interior Design Projects: Engaging Undergraduate Students and Advancing the Interior Design Body of Knowledge" (2013).Architecture Program: M.S. Thesis.
  • Ragan, A. (2012). Dedicating Space for Family Fun. Eat Smart. Play Hard., 2012-2013.Stastny, S., Asperin, A., & Ragan, A. (October 2012). Changing an academic classroom into a campus restaurant [Abstract]. Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (formerly American Dietetic Association) Food and Nutrition Conference and Expo, Philadelphia, PA. Journal of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.

Professional Honors

  • 2023 College of Human Sciences and Education Exceptional Contributions to Learning Award
  • 2015 College of Human Development and Education Outstanding Teacher Award
  • 2015 College of Human Development and Education Exceptional Contributions for CollaborativeEfforts Award
  • 2011 North Dakota Council of State Employees Fish Award
  • 2011 College of Human Development and Education Exceptional Contributions through CreativeApproaches to Teaching Award
  • 2011 W. Cecil Steward, Sustainable Architecture Scholarship
  • 2010 North Dakota Council of State Employees Fish Award
  • 2009 Robert and Patty Hedrickson Faculty Development Award
  • 2007 IESNA/Cooper Teachers of Lighting Workshop Grant
  • 2007 College of Human Development and Education Exceptional Contributions through CreativeApproaches to Teaching Award
  • 2004 College of Human Development and Education Exceptional Contributions to TeachingAward Nominee
  • 2001 Brown & Saenger Star Performer of the Quarter Award

Licenses & Registrations

  • National Council for Interior Design Qualification (NCIDQ), Cert. No. 023436

 

Professional Memberships & Associations

  • American Society of Interior Designers (ASID), Professional Member.
  • American Society of Interior Designers (ASID), NDSU Student Chapter, Student Advisor.
  • Interior Design Educators Council (IDEC), Associate Member.
  • Interior Design Educators Council (IDEC), Student Competition Reviewer. (January 2021, January 2022, January 2023).
  • International Interior Design Association (IDA), Professional Member.
  • Illuminating Engineering Society (IES), Professional Member.
  • National Kitchen & Bath Association (NKBA), Member.
  • American Woodworking Institute (AWI), Affiliate Member.
  • North Dakota Interior Designers (NDID), Professional Member.
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