that's me

About me

Ex-academic philosopher. Full time UX Designer and smiski collector. My diverse background has shaped my approach to UX, helping me design experiences that resonate deeply with users by diving into the rich unpredictability of the human experience. I strive to create meaningful products that leave a profound impact on people's everyday experiences.

Education

2023-2025

University of Michigan

M.S. Information (UX Research and Design concentration)

2022

University of California, Los Angeles

B.A. Philosophy, minor in Digital Humanities

Hodgepodge of things that give me a glimpse of happiness ˶ᵔ ᵕ ᵔ˶

Blind boxes

I love opening blind boxes! Currently, my favorite series are smiski and zsiga from Popmart. Opening one gives me a dopamine hit, especially when I open them with friends.

love see my smiskis glow at nightpopmart unboxings with my friendsmy babies (aka my smiskis)

Dessert

My sweet tooth is deadly (my dentist can personally attest to this 😔😭).

me taking a photo of a black sesame parfaitmango bingsu from sulbing in santa clara, camango sticky rice

On Repeat

I enjoy listening to songs on repeat until I'm sick of them. Here are my current favorites.