ANTHROPOLOGY
BACHELORS
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BACHELORS
My path to UX design has been anything but linear, but every step along the way has brought me closer to the work I was meant to do. With a background in Anthropology, English, and Graphic Design, I spent over a decade translating people’s abstract ideas into visual pieces as a graphic designer. While I enjoyed the challenge, something was missing. I wanted work that was more meaningful, more human-centered, and more collaborative. When I discovered UX design, it was like finding the ocean after a lifetime in a tank. It was the perfect intersection of everything I loved: understanding people, solving complex problems, and designing elegant, practical solutions that genuinely improve lives.
HUMAN COMPUTER INTERACTION AND DESIGN
Master’s
Once I realized UX was the right fit, I dove in—first self-taught, then through the Google UX certificate, which quickly led to my first official UX role. I wanted to deepen my expertise and grow into leadership roles that allow me to mentor and influence strategy – leading to a Master’s in Human-Computer Interaction and Design. My perspective as someone who came to UX through anthropology, storytelling, and visual design allows me to approach problems holistically and advocate for users in nuanced, empathetic ways.
From one city to the next, I’ve learned that every place has its own rhythm, its own culture, and its own cast of characters. Meeting new people and hearing their stories has shaped how I see the world—and it’s also sharpened my instinct to design with empathy and curiosity
Battle Creek, MI (x2)
Nobleville, IN
Bloomington, IN
West Lafayette, IN
Raleigh, NC
Irvine, CA
I love learning and trying new things. Each one comes with its own process, surprises, and lessons—kind of like design work. Trial, error, and a lot of improvisation are kind of my specialty.
Bee keepING
There’s nothing better than warm honey straight from the hive.
MAPLE SYRUP MAKING
We tapped our own trees and boiled it over a fire.
Travel
I love exploring new places to reset my perspective and spark fresh ideas.
DIY Renovations
We’ve renovated a 1955 ranch, a 1900 farmhouse and a 1970s MCM.
SEWING
Clothes, quilts, halloween costumes, embroidery, I enjoy making things.
BREAD MAKING
There’s something about the sound after it comes out of the oven.
The way I see it, our work and our lives are richer when grounded in purpose. Here are the causes that keep me motivated and remind me why I do what I do.
Human value
I believe that every human being has intrinsic value, regardless of their background, identity, or beliefs. Embracing this truth inspires me to approach design with empathy and respect, ensuring that the experiences I create honor and uplift the diverse perspectives and stories of all people.
LITERACY RATES
Literacy is a fundamental right and a powerful tool for personal growth and empowerment. Everyone deserves access to the resources and opportunities needed to learn to read and unlock their full potential. This conviction drives me to support inclusive design and solutions that help break down barriers to education.
The environment
Protecting our planet is a responsibility we all share. This passion influences not only my personal life but also how I approach design—striving to create solutions that are thoughtful, sustainable, and mindful of their impact on the earth.
In my branding, I’ve chosen to reinterpret the “Birdman” — the only human figure found among the ancient cave paintings of Lascaux, France. This mysterious figure, part human and part bird, stands among powerful animals: a bison, a rhinoceros, and a bird perched atop a staff. Scholars have long debated its meaning, but one interpretation sees the bird as a psychopomp — a guide between worlds, a conductor of souls.
I first encountered the cave paintings of Lascaux in a high school French class, and they left a permanent impression on me. The raw beauty, symbolism, and unknowable stories behind those ancient marks sparked a lifelong fascination with anthropology and humanity’s deep, shared history.
The Birdman reminds me that beneath all our modern complexity, we are still storytellers, still seekers, still human. His image is both a mystery and a mirror — a symbol of transformation, guidance, and the enduring threads that connect us across time.