About

Currently: UX Designer @AbbVie, EDI @ Northwestern

I'm May, a Master's student in the Engineering Design Innovation program at Northwestern. I'm passionate about using human-centered design to make a positive impact by designing inclusively and thoughtfully. I aspire to design equitable solutions that bring communities together and improve lives. My areas of interest include social impact, community-building, tech, and health.

• I am a digital product and service designer focused on creating impactful work for underrepresented communities.

• As a first-generation American with close ties to older family members, I developed compassion and insight for groups often overlooked in design.

• During my undergraduate studies in graphic design at UIUC, I worked with a variety of startups, including a community resource platform for expecting mothers in underserved areas and an app helping Parkinson's patients retain mobility through community.

• I'm currently continuing my learning in UI/UX, social impact, and tech to prepare for work in these areas as I pursue my Master's.  
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• In my spare time, I enjoy playing with my hamster, (Marquis), ice skating, hiking, and taking care of my many plants. I'm also an avid fan of arts and crafts: where my love for being creative and problem-solving came from. Recently, I've been painting, 3D printing, and crocheting anything from small plushies to big rugs.