UCO SCHOOL OF DESIGN
Hello, my name is Emma Thompson! I am currently a senior in the graphic design program at the University of Central Oklahoma. I am a member of Cherokee Nation. I am originally from Altus, Oklahoma but moved to Oklahoma City to pursue my degree in 2021. I had initially planned on becoming a lawyer, then an occupational therapist, and then a history professor before I realized I would be much happier in a creative field. I am currently an intern at Poly-mode Studio working on research and branding and have a part time job working at the front desk at Fordson Hotel in Oklahoma City. When I am not doing design work, I enjoy cooking dinner with my fiancé and spending time with my dog and two cats.
WHAT ARE YOU CURRENTLY READING, LISTENING TO, WATCHING?
I mostly listen to podcasts like Just Trish or Normal Gossip, but, as far as music – Samia, Men I Trust, and Mac Miller are always on my playlists. I am also loving bad reality TV right now.
DO YOU PLAN TO DESIGN FOR ANY CAUSES OR CHARITIES?
Absolutely! I am currently an intern at a BIPOC design studio that focuses on educating people on BIPOC design history and it has really inspired me to want to dive more into that field.
DO YOU FEEL THAT DESIGN SCHOOL HAS PREPARED YOU TO SEARCH FOR AND FIND A JOB?
Yes! Design school has vastly increased my work ethic and grown my confidence in every aspect.
WHAT MAKES YOU FEEL INSPIRED?
Listening to music makes me feel inspired. I’ve created a playlist with music that helps get me in the zone and it’s been my best friend for the last four years!
