BALL STATE UNIVERSITY
I am a senior pursuing a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Graphic Design. I’m from the small town of Yorkville, IL, about 50 miles west of Chicago. Growing up, I always knew I was made to create, having made little movies with my older sister and taking many drawing, fashion design, and interior design classes. I eventually decided on a degree in graphic design to channel my creativity while also being able to help others, and I am excited to navigate the versatile and ever-expanding digital world. Now, in my last semester at Ball State, I am a member of the Honors College and a Design Specialist at the Digital Corps, a student-staffed digital agency on campus. I also have had the wonderful opportunity to work as both a Project Manager and a Team Lead at Studio 165+, a student-led design studio at Ball State. When I’m not designing, I love going to concerts, finding new coffee shops to try, and adventuring outdoors.
WHAT MAKES YOU FEEL INSPIRED?
My biggest inspirations are the people I look up to, the nature around me, and the fine arts, whether that be a piece of music or a poem that speaks to me.
WHAT AREA OR AREAS OF DESIGN ARE YOU HOPING TO WORK IN OR SPECIALIZE IN?
UI/UX design and illustration. I would love to explore game design in the future as well.
WHAT IS ONE THING THAT DESIGN SCHOOL HAS TAUGHT YOU THAT YOU DID NOT EXPECT?
Design school taught me to defend and present my work as an integral part of the design process.
WHO IS SOMEONE YOU LOOK UP TO IN YOUR FIELD? EITHER TODAY OR HISTORICALLY?
Someone I look up to in the design field is Ron Mace for his revolutionary advancements in accessibility and his universal design approach. I also can’t thank my professors and mentors enough for helping me become the designer and person I am today.
