Harini Sethu is currently a sophomore at Purdue University pursuing a double major in in User Experience Design and Web Programming & Design. She has always had an interest in technology, and started exploring different coding languages in hopes of eventually pursuing a career in computer science. After working on front end web design, however, Harini discovered her passion for graphic design. This led her to ultimately choose UX Design as her major, because it provided a perfect balance of both of her interests. Harini hopes to go into UX engineering, where she can use her talents in both design and development to create seamless user experiences.
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David Levine is a sophomore at Purdue University pursuing a bachelor’s degree in UX Design and a minor in psychology. He has always been fascinated with the evolution of technology and the many ways it can be used, and he wants to help everyone experience the digital world seamlessly. He is experienced with some visualization tools, including multiple Adobe products and Figma. David has also worked with HTML, CSS, and some JavaScript to design websites for certain projects. He wishes to apply the skills he already has to develop creative solutions to any problems that users might have in the digital world.
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Maheshwari Das, a first-year MS CGT (UX Specialization) student at Purdue University from Karnataka, India, serves as a Graduate Teaching Assistant at EPICS and VIP, mentoring students in human-centric design. Inspired by her community service endeavors in college and her career at Bosch, where she contributed to a powertrain systems experience center, she aims to enhance community services and empower local businesses through UX design. When not immersed in academia, Maheshwari enjoys culinary experiments, crafting social media graphics, watercolor painting, and hiking.
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“Brynn Davis is a UX designer with a passion for bringing creative visions to life. After just finishing her freshman year at Purdue University, she has started developing her design skills and experience. She has a natural eye for detail and a dedication to innovation.
Her journey has been fueled by a relentless pursuit of excellence, leading her to work on many projects where she’s honed her skills in work efficiency, design execution, and client collaboration. She plans to minor in psychology and organizational leadership and will be interning at SDI Innovations this summer in desktop publishing.
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“Vaishnavi Kuppa is a UX Design student at Purdue University, with minors in Anthropology, Communications, and Professional Writing. From a young age, Vaishnavi has nurtured an interest in English and other humanities, which has molded her into an empathetic, curious, and an articulate UX Designer. In a given UX project, Vaishnavi particularly enjoys listening to people’s stories and collecting fruitful qualitative user data to express design decisions. Therefore, she hopes to specialize in UX Research roles in the long run.

Vaishnavi pursues her passion for writing as an undergraduate writing consultant at the Purdue On-Campus Writing Lab. She utilizes these tutoring insights at her content design role with the Purdue Online Writing Lab (OWL) website to inform design decisions on the website’s usability & navigation. Additionally, Vaishnavi provides design consultations for science gateways as an UX consultant with the Design, Visualization, & Cognition (DVC) research lab.

In her free time, she enjoys reading & writing books, watching international shows & movies, or listening to music. Vaishnavi can be reached at skuppa@purdue.edu or at her Linkedin. ”
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Will Ma is a graduate pursuing a major in Computer Graphics Technology with a focus on the UX track. Will is a creative based in Indiana, born and raised in Taiwan. As a UX designer, Will views UX design as a creative problem-solving process that consistently prioritizes user goals and needs. He has synthesized his design process through practice and learning. This process follows a divergent-convergent pattern for both problem definition and crafting design artifacts, to make sure problems are identified across an entire system and solutions are holistic. In his spare time, he enjoys playing sports, traveling, and playing around with his cats.
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Anika Gupta is a freshman at Purdue University majoring in UX Design and minoring in Psychology and Business Economics while also pursuing an entrepreneurship certificate. She has proficient prototyping skills in Figma and expertise in designing with Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop. She is passionate about designing for accessibility and inclusivity, aiming to create designs that cater to all users. She envisions her future in design consulting or interaction design, focusing on making a positive impact through her designs.
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Alyssa Berger is a freshman majoring in User Experience Design and minoring in Anthropology. Born and raised in Columbus, Ohio, Alyssa first learned about the field of UX after expressing interest in combining a more artistic outlook with the expanding field of technology. Outside of UX Design, Alyssa may be found helping plan campus-wide events with Purdue’s student union board and community dinners with Purdue Hillel.
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Elise Marsicek is a senior at Purdue University studying User Experience Design with a minor in Psychology and certificate in Collaborative Leadership. Her work is driven by using a human-centered approach to design that ultimately aims to better communities. Her emphasis on collaborative leadership as both a practice and discipline motivates her to engage in group environments that foster informal mentorships and mutual growth. Elise’s focus in communication and leadership-based roles stress the importance of design that centers partnership and goal orientation.
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Azaria Dunston is a junior in UX Design at Purdue University. In addition to sketching, prototyping, and programming, she also dabbles in graphic design, digital art, and animation.
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Anam Nasim is a Graduate Students in UX Design at Purdue University with an undergraduate background in Architecture from the School of Planning and Architecture, New Delhi. She has over 2+ years of experience as a UX Designer for Cognizant and a design agency called How About That. There she applied user-centered principles and usability testing across B2C, B2B, SaaS platforms in diverse domains including fin-tech, e-commerce, and ed-tech. She is a curious individual keen in identifying the undercurrents of human-centred design, and believes in designing with people and not just for them. Her approach blends empathy with a touch of creativity, aiming to design experiences that resonate and connect.
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Run Yuan “Aidan” Sun is a Junior at Purdue University, pursuing a BA in UX Design and minoring in Anthropology. Growing up in Suwanee, Georgia, Aidan has always had an interest when it came to design. After being introduced to the field of UX by a family friend, he decided to take on the field at Purdue, and his love for UX Design has since strengthened. Aidan is a quick and eager learner with many useful skills in UX. He is also proficient in HTML and CSS, and has some experience in Javascript. Aidan is a former Boyscout and swimmer, having gained valuable teamwork and leadership skills from both activities. In his free-time, he enjoys creating art and music. You can contact Aidan at sun1043@purdue.edu.
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Saathvika Talluri is a freshman at Purdue University, Majoring in UX Design with a minor in Economics and pursuing a Certificate in Entrepreneurship and Innovation. She thrives on the collaborative nature of UX, where interaction and understanding people’s needs play a pivotal role. Her passion for engaging with others and her love for all things artsy and crafty, especially photography, drive her enthusiasm for designing experiences that resonate deeply with users.

Driven by a desire to effect positive change, Saathvika is committed to continual growth and innovation. She eagerly seeks out opportunities to blend her analytical prowess with her creative instincts to craft immersive and impactful experiences.
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Hope Jang is currently a Junior at Purdue University majoring in UX Design, minoring in Anthropology and Asian American Studies, and pursuing a certificate in Collaborative Leadership. Hope is passionate about creating inclusive and intentional designs that provide meaningful experiences in both the digital and physical space. As a compassionate leader, she believes in the power of empathy and demonstrating understanding as key factors in conducting user research, encouraging and facilitating creative collaboration, and connecting people through her work. Outside of the classroom, Hope strives to make a positive impact and bring joy to others through her other pursuits such as crafts, teaching, and the occasional bad jokes.
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Max Stahl is a freshman at Purdue University majoring in User Experience Design. Additionally, he is pursuing a minor in Psychology. He chose UXD because it allows him to think creatively and apply them in a practical field. Originally from Cleveland, Ohio, he has always enjoyed creating art and making graphic designs growing up. These lifelong interests and passion for creativity fueled his curiosity for user experience design, where he is driven to make a positive impact. Max has experience using a variety of software, including digital illustration programs and the Adobe suite of products.
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Eswarya Kotha is a first-year Master’s student in the Department of Computer Graphics Technology at Purdue University, specializing in User Experience Design. Having completed her undergraduate studies in Electronics and Communications Engineering, she brings with her two years of corporate experience as a Global Business Analyst in Bangalore, India. Her passion for Human Computer Interaction was sparked when she began exploring ways to create more user-friendly and enjoyable interfaces, especially while helping the elderly navigate devices. As she delves deeper into user-centered design and its impacts on people, she is committed to designing interfaces that not only function effectively but also incorporate elements of playfulness. During her free time, you will find her either sketching or standing in line to try out various cuisines from around the world.
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Neo Agrawal is a junior at Purdue University, majoring in UX with a passion for 3D Industrial Design and Human-Computer Interaction (HCI). Neo is currently pursuing a Bachelor’s in User Experience Design. Neo’s commitment to product development and design shines through his internships, where he implemented innovative solutions in the manufacturing industry by using UX research, 3D designing, and AI training for practical applications. Neo can be reached at agraw28@purdue.edu by email or connect on LinkedIn.
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Tanvi is a UX design student with a strong passion for enhancing people’s experience with innovative designs. She is currently pursuing a bachelor’s science degree in UX design, coupled with a minor in psychology and communication. She fell in love with UX because of its application in the real-life world.

Her topmost priority in all her projects is to develop streamlined, accessible, user-friendly, and inclusive user experiences. She is determined to find opportunities that align with her aspirations and values. During her leisure time, she indulges in activities such as watching sitcoms, singing, and painting.
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Kassandra Lopez Carrillo is a Purdue University student majoring in UX Design, minoring in Psychology and Art+Design, and receiving a certificate in Entrepreneurship and Innovation. As a first-generation college student from an immigrant family, she has a fiery determination to succeed at everything she puts her mind to. Her love of technology and art combined with a deep interest in psychology makes the field of UX a happy place where she can express her creativity and problem-solving skills. Outside of her academics, Kassandra is heavily involved with volunteering with Purdue Bands & Orchestras, being a member of Purdue’s iconic “All-American” Marching Band, Boiler Brass, and Boiler Box Band. Other than her musical interests, Kassandra is also a member of Women in Technology and ALPFA to help with her professional growth outside the classroom.
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Chloe Choi is a rising senior in User Experience Design, minoring in psychology, and earning certificates in Entrepreneurship and Collaborative Leadership. She is interested in experience strategy, interaction design, and accessibility. She has worked as an UX researcher at Southwest Airlines, UX/UI intern at Kooapps, and graphic design intern at Creative Inc. Chloe has extensive formal educational backgrounds and industry experience in aeronautical engineering and pre-nursing. Chloe loves competing. This year, she has placed 1st at Boston University’s U.S. Catalyst Designathon, 2nd at Ascend’s Sandbox case competition, 1st at University of Florida’s Gator User Design designathon, 1st at Wellesley’s Design in Product Evolve designathon, and 1st at the Space Consortium’s Space Health and Safety pitch.
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Durga Murugesan is a sophomore at Purdue University, where she is majoring in User Experience Design, minoring in psychology, and pursuing a certification in Leadership. Her passion for UX Design originated in the creative process of designing and participating in various visual design projects in high school, eventually evolving into a focus on User Interface design. This fueled her interest in UI/UX, and she eagerly anticipates forging a career in the technology field, designing interfaces and enhancing user experiences for diverse apps and websites.
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Molly Koers is a freshman at Purdue University who is obtaining her BS in Computer Graphics Technology studying User Experience Design with a minor in Psychology. She loves taking on new projects and finding unique solutions to complex problems. Molly is currently in Studio 1 learning about the fundamentals of UX Design. She discovered her love of design through many art projects throughout high school, where she won a Scholastic Silver Key award for one of her pieces.
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Jackson Stone is a sophomore at Purdue University studying user experience design with minors in anthropology & communication. He found an interest in UX Design after taking multiple robotics classes through middle and high school. His current career interests are UX Research and Service Design because of the opportunities to use human-human connection to help those in need. During high school, Jackson was in marching band, Boy Scouts, and practiced Tae Kwon Do where he earned his Eagle Scout and black belt respectively.
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Mallika Venkatesh is a freshman at Purdue University majoring in UX Design with an interest in Anthropology, Psychology, and Creative Writing. With a background in STEM and the arts carrying over from high school, she was especially drawn to the interdisciplinary nature of UX Design and came to love both the technological and artistic aspects of the field. She also admires the emphasized importance of human-to-human interactions in every experience and desires to create such an experience with every design. Aside from academics, she loves writing, drawing, and playing video games.
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Miranda Garcia is a senior at Purdue University studying User Experience Design. She aims to work in Product Design as she loves to be a part of the entire design process of a product. Her passion for UX began when she studied Business Administration for two years, where she was first introduced to how design and business principles intersect to create an impactful experience. Connecting with people comes naturally to her as she has had the opportunity to collaborate with diverse groups through clubs and nonprofits that focus on improving the community and fostering teamwork. Her design philosophy is rooted in the belief that design is more than just aesthetics. It’s about creating inclusive experiences that uplift users and make them feel seen. Miranda is always seeking out challenges and new opportunities to grow as a person and as a designer. You can reach Miranda at garci769@purdue.edu
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Shreya Godhani is a freshman pursuing a major in UX Design, a minor in Computer & Information Technology, and a certificate in Python at Purdue University. Looking to the future, she has an interest in Product Management, although she is still considering other specializations to go into. Possessing a creative mindset and dedication to crafting seamless user-centric experiences, Shreya enjoys collaborating in teams to create innovative solutions to real-world design challenges. Outside of UX, she enjoys cooking and tasting diverse foods from different cultures. Exploring various culinary traditions is a delightful escape and a source of inspiration.
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Logan Carter is currently a sophomore at Purdue University pursuing a major in UX Design, a minor in Communication, and a Certificate in Entrepreneurship and Innovation. While he is uncertain what he would like to specialize in, Logan is still looking into industries for inspiration. He hopes to further his design experience and to create meaningful and impactful experiences for users. Some hobbies Logan has include drawing, playing guitar, and playing soccer.
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Zoe Wetzel is a junior at Purdue University majoring in User Experience (UX) Design and minoring in Psychology. Interested in both design/artistic and research aspects of UX Design, Zoe hopes to combine these skills to promote policy change within her community. She currently works as a student employee for Purdue Testing Services (PTS) and is exploring future opportunities for internships. Zoe has study-abroad experience, having participated in a major-related program in May of 2022 where she helped sponsors to storyboard an interactive story-based game intended to reduce bias within minority groups. She is a member of Alpha Lambda Delta Phi Eta Sigma, a prestigious national honor society.
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Isabelle Westerfeld is a freshman pursuing a degree in User Experience Design at Purdue University. She is from Batesville, Indiana, and as she grew up she gained interest in digital design, leading her into UX. She has become passionate about improving human experiences within technology and is looking forward to using her skills to create products that truly resonate with people in her future career. She also finds enjoyment in helping the community, with her membership in multiple service organizations, art, traveling, and spending time with her friends and family!
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Vipula Shirse is a freshman at Purdue University currently pursuing a BSc in UX Design. With a keen interest in blending creativity with functionality, she’s also pursuing a certificate in Entrepreneurship and Innovation. She’s anticipating the prospect of securing a position as a UX designer in the near future along with aspirations of exploring the realm of creative direction later. She enjoys exploring various fields that require the skills of UX and is involved in clubs around campus that help her engage in such projects. Beyond career goals, she loves trying out new music genres, spending time outside, and trying out new recipes.
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Greta Segert is a sophomore at Purdue majoring in UX design, and minoring in communications and psychology. She is from St. John, Indiana and enjoys video making, painting, and exercising in her free time. Outside of the learning environment, she is also a member of the Purdue Co-ed Cheer Team. Greta loves to work in collaborative groups and to be a leader throughout her everyday activities. As she continues the UX program she is working on sponsor led projects such as FF6 Worlds Collide, WPA toolkit, and Defi-Convoke. She is experienced in using Adobe photoshop, Premier Pro, Illustrator, and Figma. Her hopefulness in closing the gap between people and technology led to her interest in UX Design. Her goal is to help improve everyone’s everyday lives.
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Neda Rahimi is a sophomore at Purdue University studying User Experience (UX) Design. She appreciates how she has been able to combine her technical side with her creative side to create products that will help people. She has a background in photography, digital design, and engineering. Neda is a daughter of two immigrants, her father from Iran and her mother from Ukraine. She is also part of a minority religion, the Baha’i faith. She believes that this diverse background will aid her in the pursuit of creating technology that takes everyone into account. She hopes to have a job in the future that will allow her to always consider minority groups.
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Ella VanderMolen is a sophomore in UX Design at Purdue University with a minor in psychology. She is interested in creating positive visual designs with her knowledge of people’s needs and design principles with her education in both UX and psychology. Ella also hopes to pursue a certificate in Entrepreneurship and Innovation.
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Ella Martin is a Freshman at Purdue University studying User Experience Design. She is from Evansville, Indiana. Her keen interest in online fashion retail led her to discover the field of UX. She is passionate about elevating the online experience through creative and intuitive design. Outside of UX, Ella loves watching Purdue Basketball and shopping.
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Max Berent-Spillson is a UX Designer working on becoming a well-rounded and respected worker in his industry. Despite wanting to work in the gaming industry and having interest in painting and board games, he finds himself as an outdoorsman who plays rugby and hits the gym. Max is a jack of all trades who puts time and dedication into his professional and personal life to be the best person he can be.
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Ishani Mishra is a freshman pursuing User Experience Design, along with a certificate in Entrepreneurship and a minor in Computer Science. She was drawn to her major because it is the intersection of technology, scientific curiosity, psychology and analysis. The ability to combine creative and critical thinking in order to produce an impact appealed to her greatly, especially with the options of being able to work with UI Design and UX Research both. She is still exploring the different fields of UX through extracurriculars such as The Data Mine Corporate Partners, Purdue UX Design Club, Women In Technology and other events where she can build well-rounded skills such as being a Purdue Polytechnic Ambassador. Ishani is keen on discovering more opportunities to involve herself in the field of technology.
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Evan Brehm is a sophomore at Purdue University pursuing a degree in User Experience (UX) Design, a certificate in Entrepreneurship, and a minor in Psychology. He first discovered UX through sitting in on design meetings with his mom over the summer. He is primarily interested in UX design because it employs his love of technology and artistic design while solving user-centered problems. His future plans are to gain specializations in visual design and experience design in order to keep a more hands on approach to projects. He is currently looking to explore the product design and gaming industries in order to pursue his passions and expand on his current UX knowledge.
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Ava Watkins is a freshman at Purdue University majoring in User Experience Design with a minor in Organizational Leadership and Communications. She has always been drawn to design, whether it was through art, fashion, architecture, graphic design, or UX design. Ava is a creative, outgoing, outside-of-the-box thinker with a love for marketing, brand identity, aesthetics, and visual design. She hopes to bring her UX design skills to the technology industry as a UX strategist or product manager.
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Prischa Passari is a sophomore in UX Design based in San Jose, California, originally from India. Alongside design, she has been playing the guitar for almost a decade, coaches multiple sports for elementary school children, and has been part of numerous creative clubs and organizations.
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Jagriti Sachan is a first year master’s student at Purdue University pursuing a degree in Computer Graphics Technology with a specialization in User Experience Design.
With 3 years of hands-on experience in the field of UX design, she has had the privilege of working with diverse teams and clients across various industries. Her focus area is conducting in-depth user research to gain insights into user behaviors, needs, and pain points, which inform design decisions. To her, design is about collaborating with cross-functional teams, including developers, product managers, and marketers, to create cohesive and engaging digital products. During her recent experience with Addinex Technologies, she contributed to prevent prescription drug misuse by creating web and mobile applications for Doctors and Patients. Outside of school and work, she is a boxer, loves to travel, paint and chill with her dog. She is currently looking for internship opportunities for Summer 2024, and you can reach her at jsachan@purdue.edu.
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AJ McGinley is a Junior at Purdue University studying User Experience Design. Coming from Florida, she discovered her passion for UX when she took an intro class in design theory in technology. She found out that UX was precisely what she had been looking for in her field of learning ever since high school. She wanted to work more with people and technology to solve existing and unique problems. Over the past three years, she has developed skills in Figma and Adobe, as well as various coding languages and design strategies. Outside of the classroom, you can find AJ on a frisbee field or in a hammock reading her favorite mystery novel series.
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Jemima Mohan is a freshman at Purdue University studying User Experience Design. She is interested in improving design features to enhance the user experience on different applications. Her passion in art led to her pursuing UX Design since it combines both art and technology. On campus, she is an active member in Women in Technology, Polytechnic Student Council, UX Club, Purdue Art Community, and Hack the Future.
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Alina Cherny is a freshman studying User Experience Design with a minor in Psychology. She is originally from Louisville, Kentucky, but has lived in three different countries. In UX, she loves the combination of human interaction, psychology, and graphic design. One of her favorite things is working with people and building relationships with those around her. At Purdue, she is President of Wiley Hall as part of the Residence Hall Association and is a member of Women in Technology. In her free time, she enjoys babysitting, embroidering, and reading mystery books and autobiographies.
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Sylvia Hsiao-Ting is a graduate student at Purdue University, where she is studying User Experience Design. Holding both a BA and an MS degree in Information and Library Science, she is committed to understanding users’ perspectives from a multidisciplinary standpoint. As a UX designer, Sylvia is passionate about human behavior, data-driven design, and technology interactions. She is interested in understanding the interaction between human behavior and technology to create seamless and meaningful experiences. In addition to her UX skills, Sylvia is proficient in Figma, Adobe InDesign, and Google Analytics. In her free time, she enjoys traveling, reading, and photography.
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Natalie Falzone is a freshman at Purdue University studying User Experience Design. She is from Tinley Park, Illinois where she attended Victor John Andrew High School. It was here that she recognized her interest in the UX Design field. As someone who has always found herself expressing her creativity in different ways, her first computer design class allowed her to combine her interests into one area solidifying her choice of major. On campus, she is a member of the UX Design Club and is actively searching for more ways to get involved. In her free time, Natalie likes to connect with her friends and stay active.
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Madison Braile is a sophomore at Purdue University studying User Experience Design with a certificate in Collaborative Leadership. As she studies at Purdue, she harnesses her interests in communication and emerging technologies to apply them to tangible projects in which she improves the experiences of others through products and services. Outside of school, she is a member of the Purdue UX Design Club, works as a student designer for Campus Ink, and serves as the Director of Merchandising for Alpha Gamma Delta. Through these experiences, she aims to develop visual design skills that can be applied to her UX work. Madison hopes to specialize in interaction design to improve in-person interactions with products and aspires to lead design teams.
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Kara Pearson is a sophomore at Purdue University studying User Experience Design and pursuing a minor in psychology and a certificate in collaborative leadership. Her enduring passion for design and collaboration with others guided her decision to pursue UX. Kara is a creative, forward-thinking designer whose goal is to make a positive impact on both the products she designs and those around her. In the future, she sees herself doing UX consulting. She wishes to specialize in project management and interaction design.
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Jack Gerber is a senior pursuing a major in User Experience Design while pursuing a minor in communication and a leadership certificate. Jack attends Purdue University in West Lafayette, Indiana, but is originally from a small town in Bluffton, Indiana. Jack is interested in sharpening his artistic and creative abilities to become a fine user experience designer. He grew up drawing, sketching, and building with cardboard and duct tape. Jack wants to pursue a UX degree because he has a passion for designing and a research interest. Creating designs centered around people is what drew his attention to the UX Design career pathway. Jack also has a passion for music; playing the guitar and writing music. Jack is a leader in an off-campus Christian ministry called Purdue Bible Fellowship where he serves on the worship team.
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Adelyn Wang is a freshman at Purdue University, pursuing a degree in User Experience Design and a minor in Psychology. Growing up, Addie knew she wanted to help others through her occupation, and she explored everything from physical therapy to teaching before deciding on UX. Her goal is to eventually work with nonprofits to expand their reach through technology. She has experience in the nonprofit sector, as she recently completed an internship with Northern Lakes Economic Alliance and is starting another at Crooked Tree Arts Center. However, she is looking for further experience through UX-specific internships.
At Purdue, Addie acts as Secretary for Boiler Design for CommUNITY, a club that specializes in using design to help the Purdue and greater Lafayette community.
In her free time, she enjoys doing calligraphy, creating & editing videos, traveling, and playing pickleball.
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Kelley McTyer is a junior pursuing a degree in User Experience Design and a minor in Psychology at Purdue University. From a young age, Kelley enjoyed creating art and knew that she wanted to pursue a career relating to design. After taking courses on psychology and technology in high school, she knew that User Experience Design was what she wanted to do. Through different courses that she has taken in her academic career, she has become proficient in using Figma, Adobe Illustrator, and Adobe Photoshop. She is passionate about learning about the human mind and applying this knowledge to products and services to make them more user-friendly. She is also interested in using this knowledge to create visually appealing products that satisfy the wants and needs of the users.
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Syphax Raab is a sophomore at Purdue University majoring in UX Design and is planning on completing the leadership certificate. He has always held a love for design, specifically visual design, and is interested in the many ways user experience applies to our daily lives. In the course of UX, he is inspired by the vast set of ideas and skills that surround the field. This sparks his desire to expand his knowledge and develop his fields of experience. Outside of his studies, Syphax is passionate in creating digital graphics, drawing, and playing soccer.
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Santhoshi Ramanathan is a graduate student at Purdue University pursuing their Master’s degree in Computer Graphics Technology, with a specialization in UX Design. Their undergraduate program was in Graphic Design, where they first encountered UI/UX Design and fell headfirst into human and user-centered design. Their research interests are in the realm of design education and pedagogy, where they hope to make these systems more equitable. They’ve held a Product Design Internship at Lowe’s, along with a stint as a UX Writer for a worldwide education non-profit. If not researching niche indie perfumes, you’ll find them on Petfinder looking at cats they can’t adopt.
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Madi Loyd is a freshman at Purdue University pursuing a major in UX Design with minors in Advanced Global Technology, Design & Innovation, as well as a certificate in Collaborative Leadership. Madi has interests in art, design, and international business which serve as a basis for her interest in UX Design where creativity, technology, and business intertwine. Madi is passionate about using creativity to influence her design while keeping the user as the core focus. Outside of the classroom Madi loves to travel, experience different cultures, paint, write & illustrate children’s books, and take care of her many plants!
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Aishwarya Gorantla is a freshman at Purdue University, pursuing a major in User Experience Design, with minors in psychology and organizational leadership. Having pursued a Bachelor of Design for two years before transferring to Purdue, she possesses a robust grasp of design principles. Her passion for design, psychology, and technology is what fuels her interest in pursuing user experience design. With a keen interest in UX research and product design, she envisions crafting intuitive user experiences that are a product of scrupulous research and strategy, placing users at the forefront. Beyond academics, she finds joy in self expression through art, singing, and photography.
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Grace Combs is a rising Senior at Purdue University studying User Experience Design. She is pursuing a minor in Anthropology and a certificate of leadership. Limitless curiosity and the pursuit of progress are what motivate Grace to create meaningful experiences. With a passion for video games, Grace hopes to dive deeper into gaming problem spaces and hone her research and visual design skills. After spending her first year in Computer Science and ultimately discovering her love for UX, Grace has taken on a diverse roster of projects to learn more about visual design and researching unfamiliar problem spaces.
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Erika Suin Shin is a Junior at Purdue University, passionately studying User Experience (UX) Design. Always eager for challenges, she consistently pushes her creativity to new heights. With a wealth of experience in Adobe Illustrator, Blender, Figma, and other design tools from various design courses, Erika’s forte lies in delivering high-quality design solutions. She thrives on understanding users’ needs and innovating to enhance user experiences, aiming to craft designs that seamlessly blend aesthetics with functionality. Specializing in user-centered and data-driven design, she aspires to create intuitive experiences that elevate products to new heights.
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Prithvi Manjunatha is a first-year graduate student at Purdue University specializing in User Experience Design. She currently conducts research on assistive technologies and accessibility of digital products at DE4M Lab. She has an undergraduate degree in architecture and has practiced as an architect for two years. Her intrigue for designing user-centered products made her switch industries where she now focuses on designing research- and data-based digital products. Her interests include accessible research and design, interaction design, and visual design. Post her graduation, she hopes to work in the UX design industry building products that are accessible and intuitive to users. Outside of academics, she is interested in digital art, 3D modeling, and sketching.
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Mahi Tripathi is a freshman in UX Design. She has always been passionate about art and as she got older, she started to become more interested in computers and technology. As a student at Purdue, Mahi is interested in learning more about effective design and basic programming through her classes and clubs and hopes to focus on UX design in games or product design. In her free time, Mahi can be found drawing, playing video games, or spending time at a new place to eat with her friends.
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Claire O’Malley is a Junior at Purdue University studying User Experience Design. She struggled to find a career path that piqued her interest until she shadowed her brother who is a UX designer. Claire had always had a creative side to her when growing up, so after doing more research on what UX was, she was confident this was the path for her. She had gained much experience with Adobe Illustrator and Figma through many design classes and through her position as a Design & Sales Manager at Campus Ink. In the future, she wants to specialize in app development. In her free time, Claire can be found hanging out with her sorority sisters as well as watching the latest crime documentary.
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Damaris Adeniji is a passionate Junior at Purdue University studying User Experience (UX) Design with a minor in Psychology while pursuing a certificate in Entrepreneurship and Innovation. She is deeply interested in creating products that enhance human interaction and simplify people’s lives using technology in the entertainment world. She is looking forward to focusing her career in the Entertainment Industry as a UX Researcher. As a student of UX Design, Damaris has a structured approach to tackling complex projects that ensures excellent outcomes. Damaris enjoys video editing, design creation, and socializing with friends in her free time.
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Joel Archer is a freshman in user experience design. His passion for learning different methods of design from his classes drives him to learn more about creating content for user groups. Considering each assignment as an opportunity for academic growth, he’s always excited for the chance to develop his skills and experiment with new visual concepts. Also pursuing a minor in entrepreneurship, he looks forward to cultivating his professional and leadership abilities.
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Isaac Cheung is a freshman at Purdue University currently studying User Experience Design and pursuing a minor in Design and Innovation. Isaac first discovered his passion for UX in his high school engineering class where he further explored the topic by participating in the assistive technology course at MIT’s Beaver Works Summer Institute. Because of his prior experiences, Isaac is interested in learning more about accessibility and inclusive design, looking forward to applying such learnings in his future career as a UX designer.
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Kavni Shah is a freshman in UX design with a double major in Marketing. She is part of the Women In Tech Learning community and many other clubs such as Purdue Raas, Paws for Cause, and Purdue Photography. She was interested in UX design after learning from her cousins and parents in similar fields. She has always had a creative side and values the influences of accessibility and efficiency in design. She is looking forward to focusing her career on Product and UX-UI design. As a student in UX design, Kavni has worked on several projects relating to aesthetics design and accessibility in pre-existing products. Kavni enjoys animation, mixed media arts, sewing, and baking in her free time.
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Tejasvi Bhagwatkar is a junior double majoring in User Experience Design and Web Programming & Design with a minor in Design and Innovation, as well as an Entrepreneur certificate. Tejasvi is also part of the South Asian organization at Purdue University as a treasurer, as well as part of the E-board for Purdue UXD club, and takes part as a mentor for the Polytechnic Women in Tech mentorship program. Tejasvi is interested in combining her UX knowledge with her technical background in Web Development, along with her leadership skills to pursue a career in project management or consulting in the user experience design or web development field.
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Joe Maddux is a sophomore majoring in UX Design at Purdue University. While at Purdue, he has participated in multiple projects with classmates as well as other personal design projects. His strengths are UI design and user research. Outside of the classroom, he spends his time playing many different sports, as well as rooting for his favorite sports teams and his college teams.
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Mikaela Thompson is a sophomore at Purdue University pursuing a degree in User Experience Design with double minors in Psychology and Computer and Information Technology, as well as a certificate in Organizational Leadership. Mikaela decided to pursue a career in UX Design because it is a perfect combination of all of her interests in art, technology, and psychology. She strives to design products that make everyday life more accessible and engaging. Mikaela has experience working with Figma, Miro, Autodesk Fusion, and Adobe Creative Suite (Ae, Ps, Id, Ai). She also has basic knowledge of various programming languages, including Java, HTML, CSS, and Python. Outside of the classroom, Mikaela loves to paint, cook, and explore the outdoors. In the future, Mikaela plans on specializing in interaction design.
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Kaylee Young is a freshman UX Design Student at Purdue University. She currently works in the Botany and Plant Pathology department at Purdue. She likes reading, listening to music, and any hands-on craft.
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Emaline Frey is a Sophomore at Purdue University pursuing a major in User Experience Design with minors in Psychology and Organizational Leadership. Her decision to study User Experience stems from an interest in the way people connect with others and the world around them, and a desire to study and improve the value of these connections. Emaline has many creative passions including proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop and a love for sewing and crocheting. In the future she hopes to be able to use her knowledge of UX methods and leadership principles to create more productive and fulfilling workspaces.
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Amy Fei is a freshman majoring in UX Design and minoring in Psychology and Design & Innovation at Purdue University. She is proficient in the Adobe Creative Suite, Figma, Procreate, HTML, and CSS. Since she isn’t sure what she wants to specialize in yet, she is open to exploring all areas of UX with research, physical and digital design, and testing. She came to Purdue for UX because of her interest in psychology as well as design, and her desire to improve the create new systems that help people with all sorts of issues. In her free time, Amy likes to play video games, read, and talk about nerdy stuff with her friends.
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Anderson Tsan is a sophomore at Purdue University West Lafayette double-majoring User Experience Design and Animation & Visual Effects. With his love in technology and passion in visual designs, Anderson developed his interest in UX Design. He wishes to specialize in User Interface designs and apply his creativity and skills to create engaging products, bridging the gap between technology and artistic designs. He also hopes to gain more experience working with other people in UX Design and strives to make a positive impact for people.
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Joy Zhang is a Freshman at Purdue University majoring in User Experience Design with a minor in Design and Innovation. Her prior experience in graphic design gave her an outlet for creativity. She is excited to learn more about the research and design process and its positive effects on users. Joy is eager to continue gaining experience through additional projects in the future.
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Jack Myers is a recent graduate from Purdue University where he obtained a B.S. in UX Design, a Certificate in Entrepreneurship, and interned at Lockheed Martin as a UX Data Designer. He is skilled at solving problems and leverage his expertise against challenges people encounter in the digital and physical space. Using critical thinking and analytical skills, it is his mission to learn from stakeholders, identify and address a problem(s), then design a solution to satisfy user needs.
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Emma Osante is a freshman student at Purdue University majoring in User Experience Design. She is from Costa Rica and is currently interested in pursuing UX design as well as product and advertising design as a future career. The projects she has done so far in her academic life have led her to gain an interest in digital art, causing her to develop skills on Adobe tools such as Illustrator and Photoshop.
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Salvador Ayala is a junior at Purdue University, majoring in User Experience(UX) Design. He lives in West Lafayette, Indiana where he has graduated from Whiting High School in June of 2021.He is a transfer student who originally went to school at Purdue University Northwest (PNW) located in Hammond, Indiana. Salvador is extremely passionate about research and design, so he perfectly fits right into the ideals and experiences of UX Design. Salvador is additionally experienced in art and design as well, and has experience with UI and generalized art. He hopes to keep learning more about the UX field as his experience grows and hopes to earn a bachelors in the Polytechnic school at Purdue.
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Tuan Nguyen is in his second year as a UX Design minor and Computer Science major, after spending one year solely in Computer Science. He has a background in front-end development and has gained work experience in both the UX and development industries. Outside of the classroom, he spends his time fueling his passion for soccer and pursuing freelance web design projects. Tuan is eager to learn and improve his skills as a UX designer, and he hopes to one day start his own company and improve people life around the world.
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Ryoma Okano is a junior at Purdue University currently studying User Experience Design, and is pursuing a minor in Japanese. He grew up in Carmel, Indiana, where his interest in human computer interaction started. In the field of UX, Ryoma primarily is focused on UX research and product design. He also has an interest in different cultures around the world, and likes to understand how they use technology. Ryoma enjoys such things as movies, books, and music, especially if they are historical, and you can often find him indulging in one of these activities.
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Ryan Ahn is a sophomore at Purdue University. He is a student at the Polytechnic Institute studying User Experience Design. Ryan is from the state of Illinois. He is most curious about the designs of user interfaces and how people can interact with them, along with augmented/mixed reality technologies. Outside of projects related to UX Design, Ryan enjoys photography and filming short, personal projects. Experienced with Final Cut Pro, Figma, Adobe Photoshop/Illustrator, he works on creating graphic designs for advertisement posters and social media. Ryan also writes a bimonthly newsletter.
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Anjali Bhati is a UX designer and researcher with a unique background of six years in Interior Design. As an Interior Designer she honed her design skills and focused on creating spaces that were not only user-centric but also improved their daily lives. This approach continues to be a driving force in her UX Design work. She is passionate about data-driven, equitable design for impactful experiences. Her interests lie in the intersection of technology and social justice, which informs her design approach. This motivates her to create user experiences that are not only usable but also inclusive. In her personal time, Anjali enjoys creating digital abstract Lineart visuals and wall murals. Bringing her artwork to life, whether on a canvas or a wall, brings her immense joy and fuels her creative fire.
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Sungin Ha is a junior at Purdue University studying UX Design and collaborative leadership. She is passionate about interaction design, product design, and UI Design. In addition to UX, she enjoys music, travel, and cooking. Her sharp eye for creativity and diverse industry experience through class projects have helped her develop as a designer and enhance her technical and soft skills.
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Harsh Chavda is a Graduate Research Assistant, currently pursuing his MS in User Experience at Purdue University. After working as a freelance product designer he decided to extend his knowledge base in the area of User Experience. His interest arises from his research on Cognitive Ergonomics, which led to various projects in the domain of consumer electronics, Human-Machine Interfaces, etc. His skillsets in creative coding and IoT enhance his multimodal approach towards experience design.

Currently, Harsh is researching in the domains of Human-Computer Interaction, Mixed Reality technologies and Gesture based interaction. He aspires to extend these bases of knowledge into the industry. Outside of academics Harsh is an avid gamer, frequently found playing Apex Legends and Counter Strike 2. In his off time, he is also a volunteer researcher at one of his department’s lab, researching on interaction with different materials through 3D printing. His aspirations are to one day become the bridge between physical design and digital design to create holistic products.
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Dean Carroll is a User Experience Design student at Purdue University with a strong background in freelance graphic design. He is currently working as a UX/UI design intern at Walter Picks, developing a cutting-edge product, integrating AI into the world of fantasy sports and sports betting.

He has also have worked freelance with a variety of companies, including Slunks Inc, The Volleyball Institute, and Glen Ellyn Living Magazine. He is proficient in a range of design tools, including Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere Pro, and Figma as well as 3D programs such as Blender and Substance Painter.
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Aashika Parekh is currently a third-year student at Purdue University pursuing a Bachelor of Science in User Experience Design. Born and raised in Princeton, NJ, Aashika aspires to work as a product developer focused on producing intuitive, minimalistic, and elegant designs that enhance engagement and improve user flow. Her background and hobbies in cinematography and animation encourage storytelling and creative thinking, enabling her to create seamless experiences for users. She’s open to any opportunities surrounding Product Management and UX Design. Outside of pushing the bounds of technology to make a positive impact on the world, you can find her exploring the outdoors. Feel free to reach out to Aashika!
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Macy Bosworth is a sophomore pursuing a degree in UX Design at Purdue University with minors in Psychology as well as a certificate in Entrepreneurship and Innovation. Her passion for UX began through a class she took in high school. Both the visual design and research aspect of UX interests her and she has skills in Adobe Creative Cloud.
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Jasmine Li is a sophomore at Purdue University majoring in User Experience (UX) Design and minoring in Psychology. She was drawn to the field after realizing that her passion for artistic design could be made impactful when integrated alongside technology and communication. Currently, she is looking to explore UX applications within the gaming industry with a strong aspiration to broaden her understanding of UX through immersive hands-on projects.
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Daphnee Delisha is a junior at Purdue University majoring in User Experience Design with a minor in Psychology and pursuing a certificate in Collaborative Leadership. Her lifelong interest in design and technology led her to choosing UX Design as it combines her knowledge in design with her desire to create an accessible and easily understood interface. She hopes to specialize in the visual design aspects of UX, and maybe even explore even deeper into interaction design. She would like to expand her research skills to hopefully understand the users a little better. As a UX Student, she has worked with companies outside of school to help them build websites and other types of designs. She enjoys drawing, exercising, and finding new foods in her free time.
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Jack McCarthy is a junior at Purdue University studying User Experience Design. He loves to travel and has a passion for new experiences. He’ll try anything once.
As a UX designer, Jack has found that he enjoys interacting with users and collecting primary research to inform his design process. As an individual worker, he is highly motivated and takes pride in consistently providing quality work in a timely manner. He works well with others and is receptive to unexpected changes or unfamiliar group dynamics.
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Alexandra McCausland is currently a junior at Purdue University from the Detroit area. She is pursuing a degree in User Experience Design and a minors in Psychology and Communications. Alexandra decided on UX design because it combines her passions of visual design, technology, and psychology. She is interested in visual design and UI, as well as how the physical environment affects users. Currently, she is a part of Purdue’s Women in Technology Club, UX Design Club, and Armenian Club. When she’s not improving her UX skills, she can be found working on various crafts!
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Minkyu Lee is a sophomore majoring in UX design at Purdue University. He interned at Kakao for 4 months, worked as an IT operations manager in the South Korean Navy for 1 year and 10 months, and as a product manager in a Series-A stage startup for 1 year and 5 months. He is interested in data analytics, agile & scrum, and strategic analysis.
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Jaden Duong is currently a Junior at Purdue University and is in his first year majoring in User Experience Design and pursuing a certificate in Collaborative Leadership. He is from Indianapolis, Indiana and is passionate about creating with an emphasis on human understanding. His background and hobbies in art and design encourages creative thinking and empathetic design.
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Ann Kurian is currently a sophomore at Purdue University, obtaining a degree in User Experience Design with a planned minor in Organizational Leadership. She became interested in the field when a UX Designer who graduated from her high school attended career day. Ann was fascinated by user experience design because it combines human-computer interaction with design as well as psychology. She aspires to create positive and meaningful impacts through her projects.
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Mina Mayerczak is a Freshman at Purdue University pursuing a bachelor’s degree in User Experience Design and a minor in Psychology. Her interests in technology, psychology, art/design, and helping others led to her majoring in UX design. She’s always been fascinated by product design and its intended experiences, not just in the digital world but in the physical world as well. She has experience with Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator, as well as coding languages HTML and CSS. Outside of class, you can find her exploring museums and creating artwork.
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Seoyeon Lim is a Sophomore at Purdue University double majoring in User Experience Design and Web Programming & Design while pursuing a certificate in Entrepreneurship and Innovation. She is interested in creating user-centric experiences that make technology more accessible, enjoyable, and meaningful. She hopes to specialize in interaction design or product design in the entertainment industry. She aims to enhance her abilities in communication and collaboration, enabling her to work effectively in cross-functional teams. She also hopes to gain proficiency in design software such as Adobe Creative Suites and Figma. Apart from academics, she enjoys traveling and learning about different cultures.
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Avery Kruppe is a Sophomore drawn to UX because of its multidisciplinary and collaborative nature. Working for and with others is her passion. She likes being able to balance her analytical side with research to identify needs, while using creativity in ideating solutions. Her interests include UX research and digital marketing, and she’s eager to learn more! Outside of class, she can be found in the HAI lab doing HCI research, or at the gym chasing PR’s. Driven in the classroom and beyond, Avery is a strong team player looking to take on any challenge.
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Caitlyn Hagen is a freshman at Purdue University majoring in User Experience Design and minoring in Psychology. She chose UX design UX design because it is an innovative but challenging and collaborative field. She hopes to specialize more in the design aspect and help make technology easier to use whether that is in the tech field or in the fashion industry. She looks forward to gaining more experience in Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, Figma, and Procreate. Apart from my studies, I enjoy dancing, traveling, drawing, and spending time with friends and family.
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Natalie Newton is a freshman at Purdue University majoring in User Experience Design and minoring in Psychology while hoping to pursue a certificate in Entrepreneurship and Innovation. She has always loved to design and create new things which drew her to UX. With pre-existing experience in Adobe programs such as Photoshop and Illustrator, she hopes to bring creative new ideas and solutions to any new project she partakes in. She hopes to improve her collaboration and leadership skills which she will utilize in her future endeavors. Outside of academics, she loves acting and singing and hopefully, one day explore those career paths as well.
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Avery Dellinger is a Sophomore at Purdue University majoring in User Experience Design and minoring in Psychology while currently being a member of Acacia Fraternity. In his free-time Avery enjoys cooking, drawing, shopping, working on restoring his van, and spending quality time with friends and family. He chose to pursue User Experience design in order to focus both sides of his creative yet technical mindset. He hopes to maintain a steady growth in experience as well as skills in order to make a life that will allow him to create a life for himself where money won’t always be an issue for him and his family. As a sophomore he has begun to learn many technical skills in programs like Adobe and Figma. Coming from a lower income family Avery strives to make it to that dream of living a comfortable life.
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Rashi Kanungo is a first year Grad student at Purdue University. She completed her undergraduate degree in Computer Engineering from India and worked at Kellogg as a Graduate Trainee Engineer for a year. She has always been interested in understanding the user side when it comes to designing products and services. Therefore, she decided to pursue her Masters in User Experience Design to contribute her technical knowledge and innovative ideas towards creating intuitive and accessible design solutions. She likes to spend her free time binge-watching thriller movies/shows or checking out new places to eat with her friends.
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Chanseo Shin is a freshman at Purdue University, majoring in User Experience Design. Her interests in art and design contribute to an overall passion for UX Design. Her curiosity and empathy for understanding other people’s frustrations lead her to devise helpful solutions for users from their perspective. She hopes to enhance her creativity in generating ideation, as well as improve her collaboration and communication skills, with the aim of taking on crucial responsibilities as a UX designer in the future. She is also interested in working on and developing her design skills in software such as Figma, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, and Blender. Apart from academics, she loves drawing on her iPad, crafting, traveling, cooking, and enjoying quality time with her friends and family.
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Gianna Maihofer is a current Senior at Purdue University majoring in UX Design with a minor in Psychology. After originally studying Computer Science, she changed her major to UX Design as she found that she enjoyed front-end work more than back-end work and also found that she could incorporate her passion for art into her career. Other aspects that drew Gianna to UX Design are collaborative teamwork and human-centered design. She has a passion for creating designs that put the users’ needs first. In her future career, Gianna hopes to apply her knowledge and skills to a variety of projects, from improving people’s interactions with technology to creating products to assist people in their daily lives. Besides art, Gianna also enjoys reading, watching movies, and spending time with her friends and family. She can be contacted at
gmaihof@purdue.edu.”
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Hannah Ahn is a freshman at Purdue University, majoring in UX Design and minoring in psychology. She spent most of her high school years volunteering for many different organizations. She noticed the amount of satisfaction she was getting from helping those in need, which sparked her interest in UX Design. UX Design is all about putting human needs first, which is something she grew up doing and would like to continue doing in the future. As she continues her journey as a UX Designer, she hopes to gain more knowledge on UX Research, as it is the topic she hopes to indulge in the future. In her free time, she loves hanging out with her friends, cooking, reading, and taking long walks around campus.
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Elizabeth Jarrell is a sophomore at Purdue University, majoring in User Experience Design and double minoring in Psychology and Design and Innovation. She discovered her passion for UX because she’s dedicated to supporting people and solving their problems. Her ultimate goal is to find a role in the industry where she can be creative and create empowering experiences to make life a little bit easier. On campus, Elizabeth is actively involved in clubs focused on empowerment and community, including the Women in Technology Club and Alpha Theta Delta, a design fraternity. Additionally, she leads the digital team within the Boiler Ambassadors Marketing and Communications Team, showcasing Purdue University’s Campus Life to prospective students.
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Jackson Murray is finishing his final year as a UX Design student at Purdue University and will join Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Lab after graduation. His passion for complex systems and solving problems has led to contributions on projects for NASA, CDC, Zebra Technologies, and more! In his free time, Jackson enjoys photography, strategy games, rock climbing, classical music, and staying healthy. Next, he hopes to gain higher levels of education, solve more meaningful problems, and make a difference in the world.
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Wong Zi Xuan is a Junior studying at Purdue University, and is pursuing a User Experience Design major and psychology minor. Growing up, he found himself frustrated constantly by inadequate, disfunctional or confusing designs in his everyday life. As a result, he decided to pursue an interest that would allow him to apply his hobbies and passions in a practical manner: UX Design. During the pandemic, he worked as a UX Design intern and as a graphic designer for startup companies in Malaysia and Hong Kong. He is especially interested in using human behavior and creating human-centered design that allows for seamless and efficient usage.
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Maddie Nikolai is a freshman studying at Purdue University, and is pursuing a User Experience Design major and Design and Innovation minor. Her interest in hands-on projects and product design led her to discover the UX program at Purdue. On campus, Maddie is involved in the UX design club and her sorority, Alpha Chi Omega. This summer she is pursuing an internship at a pharmaceutical company for the Human Factors department.
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Kimberly Hung is a freshmen pursuing a double major in UX and studio arts, with a minor in design and innovation. With a detail-oriented work ethic, Kimberly draws inspiration from her surroundings; the technological innovation of Silicon Valley, the bustling lives of New York, and the emphasis on arts in Taipei. She is a believer of designing with intentionality, and in her spare time enjoys traveling alone, testing new recipes, and crafting jewelry.
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Miyah Kim is a junior at Purdue University pursuing UX Design with a minor in Psychology and certificates in Entrepreneurship & Innovation and Data Science. She recently transferred with her newfound passion for UX after meeting industry professionals and shadowing for a local health-tech startup. She likes to keep herself busy with multiple executive board roles in the Purdue Asian community, her dance team ADVNT, and sorority alpha Kappa Delta Phi. In her free time, she loves to hang out with friends, make music, and dance. She hopes to advance in her UX career as an advocate, passionate for creating accessible products for people.
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Riddhi Chaudhari is a graduate student at Purdue University, focusing on user experience design. Previously, she completed her bachelor’s in product design from India and worked with a few product and consultancy services as a UX designer before joining the master’s program. She believes in designing products that are simple for users to operate individually, elevate the experience and empower businesses through design and strategy. She is also an avid plant lover and loves to volunteer to provide design mentorship to students.
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Ruoshui Zhang is a Junior at Purdue University majoring in User Experience Design and a minor certificate in Entrepreneurship. She is a designer who focuses on user experience and visual design. She has experience using Figma, Excel and Adobe products such as Illustrator and Photoshop. She is full of curiosity about the world, and she hopes to make people’s life more convenient through design, which is also her motivation to study hard. When she is not working or studying, she likes painting, cooking, skateboarding, and listening to music.
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Elizabeth Warren is a freshman, majoring in User Experience Design with a Minor in Management. She is driven by a profound passion for creating captivating digital experiences. Proficient in Figma, Photoshop, and Adobe suite, Elizabeth excels in transforming concepts into tangible prototypes that seamlessly merge functionality with aesthetics. With a particular fondness for prototyping, she relishes the opportunity to refine interactions and iterate on designs, constantly pushing the boundaries to deliver impactful user experiences. Coupled with strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset, she is ready to use her skills to make the world a better place, bringing creativity, empathy, and innovation to every project undertaken. In her free time she enjoys wakeboarding, reading and attending concerts.
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Kehinde Adeleke is a freshman at Purdue University pursuing a degree in User Experience Design. She decided to pursue UX after searching for a major that could employ the visual aspects of design while also encouraging and enabling her to create products that would foster positive interactions between people. Alongside studying UX, she also enjoys running and drawing.
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Kevin Kim is currently a junior at Purdue University and a third-year in the User Experience Design program. His strengths lie in user research as well as designing and prototyping, and enjoys drawing and listening and playing music in his free time.
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Kate Weisgerber is a senior at Purdue University, majoring in User Experience (UX) Design and Communications with a minor in Anthropology. She enjoys the challenge of making complex tools, sites and software intuitive and easy to use for all users. Kate’s prior experience with the fields of communication and anthropology create an excellent background for her to understand user behavior and approaches to using technology. Her specializations include user research, UI design, and service design with skills in ideation, teamwork, creativity, and interpersonal skills.
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Jennifer Du is a senior studying User Experience Design and pursuing a Psychology minor at Purdue. My passions for technology, psychology, and art (especially digital art!) led me to UX design. Overall, I want to help design accessible experiences that make people happy.
Learning through coursework how I can creatively and critically design for communities around me has me more excited for my future, where I hope to specialize in user interface design. Outside of schoolwork, my fun creative outlets are creating digital illustrations and video editing.
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Ellie Starzak is a student at Purdue University studying UX Design with Psychology and Communication minors. She has personal passions for learning and human-centered design, and takes pride in creating things that make a difference. Her love for art and animation leads her to be more interested in the creative and visual side of UX. In the future, she hopes to work along the lines of Interaction Design and/or gaming-related UX roles.
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Simon An is a freshman at Purdue University majoring in UX Design and Political Science, with minors in Anthropology, Management and Russian. She is proficient in Adobe Cloud applications, Figma as well as CAD/3D Printing through ASME x Purdue program. She also has experience with programming languages like HTML, C++ and Python. Simon is interested in using UX design principles to improve user experiences within political systems as well as designing policy layouts that tackle large-scale policy issues. Outside of school, she can be see in her natural habitat fishing, learning more languages for fun or mastering her grilling skills on Sundays.
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Frida Montano is a freshman at Purdue University, majoring in User Experience Design with a planned minor in Management. She discovered her passion for UX design during her sophomore year of high school, where she had the opportunity to take an intro to engineering design class. Since then, she has been driven to design products and technology that are accessible to everyone. Throughout her time in high school and first year at Purdue, Frida developed proficient skills in InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, HTML/CSS, and Figma. Outside of class, she is a scholar in the Horizons Trio Program and the future social media chair for Sigma Lambda Gamma. In her UX studies, she aims to create empathetic and inclusive solutions for users.
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