Two CCA community members named to 2026 Curious 100

March 26, 2026

Daisy Nam, Zlot Family Director and Chief Curator of the Wattis Institute for Contemporary Arts, and Helen Maria Nugent, dean of design, have been named to the 2026 Curious 100 by the Eames Institute of Infinite Curiosity.

Headshot of Daisy Nam and Helen Maria Nugent

The Eames Institute of Infinite Curiosity has announced the 2026 Curious 100, recognizing one hundred leaders and creative thinkers across the United States whose work is driven by curiosity and impact. Congratulations to Daisy Nam for being recognized as a “Connector” and Helen Maria Nugent as a “Builder.”