I am an aspiring User Experience and Graphic Designer from Chicago. I graduated from Lane Tech College Prep in Chicago and am currently studying at Bradley University in Peoria, Illinois. I am planning on graduating with a BA in User Experience Design and a complimentary major in Graphic Design in 2026.
In high school, I attended Lane Tech College Prep, one of Chicago’s top selective enrollment schools, where I followed an art concentration track alongside academic courses. My art teachers played a key role in shaping my passion and growth as a designer. Early on, one teacher helped build my confidence by showcasing my work, while my senior-year teacher inspired me to pursue design more seriously. That year, I entered and won a logo competition for the Chicago Park District, which led to a valuable experience collaborating with professional designers and seeing my work used publicly. This opportunity was a turning point that set me on my current design path.
I chose Bradley University for its strong Studio Art program and welcoming campus, initially majoring in Graphic Design with a Marketing minor. Early on, a professor connected me with a nonprofit startup, where I designed marketing materials and a website—an experience that lasted through my sophomore and junior years. During that time, I discovered Bradley’s exceptional UI/UX Design program. After researching the field and speaking with professionals, I realized it perfectly blended creativity and strategy, leading me switch my primary major to User Experience Design. Thanks to faculty recommendations, I also landed two campus jobs as a sophomore: a Graphic Design Internship with the Athletic Marketing Department and a role as a User Experience Designer for the Turner Business College.
