About Me.
I grew up in the small town of South Boston, VA, where I learned that happiness often comes from making the most of what you have and building strong connections within your community. This mindset has always motivated me to create thoughtful, meaningful improvements in the world around me. My years in the Coast Guard further shaped this perspective, instilling in me a deep commitment to service and a focus on planning and risk management. Whether responding to emergencies or working in a team, I’ve learned that efficiency and collaboration are not just valuable—they’re lifesaving. This balance of empathy, resourcefulness, and precision drives my approach to design, where I aim to create solutions that make a real impact.
Education
2023-2025
MS, Human-Computer interaction
DREXEL UNIVERSITY
Currently pursuing my master’s degree in HCI/UX at Drexel University, where I am honing my skills in user-centered design, usability testing, prototyping, and interaction design. My coursework emphasizes creating intuitive, accessible, and ethical digital solutions that prioritize user needs.
2012-2016
BA, STUDIO ART
university of virginia
My Studio Art Focus allowed me to explore and develop my creative side through a range of mediums, including painting, sculpture, and digital media. This program honed my visual communication skills, attention to detail, and ability to create visually impactful designs. A key milestone during this degree was presenting a portfolio of work in a 4th year exhibition, which required balancing creativity with technical execution and collaboration. These skills have become invaluable in creating aesthetically pleasing and user-friendly designs in my current work as a UX professional.
2012-2016
BA, ENGLISH
university of virginia
Graduating with a degree in English from UVA provided me with a strong foundation in critical thinking, persuasive communication, and analytical skills. My studies sharpened my ability to understand complex narratives, craft compelling written content, and approach problems with creative and thoughtful solutions. I excelled in coursework focusing on modern literature and rhetoric, which continues to inform my approach to crafting user-centered narratives in UX design.