Wilson School of Design, 
Kwantlen Polytechnic University

Rochester Institute of Technology

• Assisting Professor Sue Fairburn on an exploratory project examining the relationship between embodied weather experiences and climate change.
• Conducted a literature review on historical data collection, weather perceptions, and climate change.
• Currently generating ideas and prototypes of apparel and other artifacts that connect the wearer to environment.

• Supporting Professor Jimmy Choi on research exploring perceptions of inclusivity and EDI marketing in the climbing community. 
• Conducted literature review on serious leisure, EDI/DEI marketing, and climbing as a sport. 
• Currently interviewing general climbers, industry professionals, and affinity group founders to explore and compare perspectives of inclusivity. 
  

• Taught students the design process and fabrication techniques such as 3D printing and CNC milling, and digital software such as the Adobe Illustrator and Autodesk Fusion
  
• Oversaw the digital media lab, woodshop, and digital fabrication equipment
  
• Classes taught: HS STEAM, HS Advanced Digital Explorations, HS Digital Explorations, MS Grade 7 Digital Art & Design, MS Sewing & Fiber Arts 

• Led strategy for sustainable packaging and initiatives within a major restaurant chain’s innovation department. 
  
• Interfaced between public research institutes and state agencies across a variety of social service sector projects aimed to improve user functionality of services.  
• Conducted design research through surveys, individual interviews, and co-creation sessions to understand the landscape of the care economy. 
• Used insights from research, crafted policy recommendations for the governor’s office as well as pilot plans for agencies to implement. 
• Designed communication tools for complex policy, data, and landscape understanding 
  
• Led the development of and taught a hybrid innovation framework that was implemented across university and professional settings.  

• Crafted custom illustrations, marketing assets, and email campaigns  
  
• Designed, executed, and edited photo shoots

• Assisted in the design and planning of a design education book 
  
• Led the research, CAD, and prototype phases of a commencement award

• Liaison between faculty, students, and admin on 3D printing, laser cutting, and CNC capabilities
  
• Experimented with machine capabilities, materials, and processes for internal documentation and training purposes

• Reviewed and produced high fidelity prototypes for student design projects 
  
• Educated students on the CNC process and capabilities

• Lead Designer at the startup working to empower the Autism Spectrum Disorder community through the development of wearable technology and sensory-friendly experiences.
  
• Collaborated with engineers on the development of wearables from concepts to prototypes 
  
• Led user testing by interviewing children and families to understand preferences and behaviors

• Manufactured bags, accessories, and other product offerings 
  
• Designed, prototyped, and produced new accessories
  
• Fulfilled orders and communicated with customers and suppliers

TECHNICAL SKILLS

• Adobe: Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign
• CAD: SolidWorks, Fusion360, Rhino 
• Digital Fabrication: 3D printing, CNC Milling, Laser cutting 
• Apparel: Sewing (Industrial machines), CLO3D
  

PUBLICATIONS

SPEAKING

• The Hatchery Innovation Center at Emory University, Prototyping and Piloting 101 (2023)
• Rollins School of Public Health at Emory University: Public Health + Communication (2023), Care Economy (2022), Homelessness (2021), Design (2021), and Environmental Justice (2020)
• Rollins Innovation Summit: The Innovation Process (2021) 
• TedXRIT Master of Ceremonies (2019)

AWARDS & HONORS

• Wilson School of Design Dean’s List (2025)
  
• Fulbright US Student Program Semi-Finalist (2020) 
• Graduated Summa Cum Laude (2020) 
• RIT Outstanding Undergraduate Scholar (2020) 
• RIT Dean's List (2016 - 2020) 

LEADERSHIP

• Student Research Representative, Wilson School of Design (2025 - Present)
  
• Industrial Design Society of America: RIT Chapter EBoard (2016 - 2018) 
• RIT Women in Design Conference Committee (2018 - 2019)

EXHIBITS

• Photography in Cuba Show, gallery show (2019) 
• MetaProject: 10 Years of Innovation, gallery show (2019)
• Lincoln High School Alumni Art Show, gallery show (2019)