I believe that design can change the world.

It achieves impactful solutions by encouraging innovation and fresh perspectives. By combining empathy with research and creativity, I hope to help solve the most complex, networked problems.

Beyond being a designer, I'm also...

An experienced public speaker who enjoys presenting and coaching
An animal lover - my dog's name is Shaggy!
An avid tea drinker (I have a collection of over 50 different types!)

I've learned a lot from the roles I've worked in, including:

Kearney Business Analyst Intern (Design Aligned)

Macquarie Group Digital Innovation/UX Intern

  Honeywell STEM Leader

SUEDE Executive

 Humanitarian Hackathon Winner

PTC Sponsored UX Internship with Beyond Essential Systems

SOA Executive

Public Speaking/Debating Coach

Academics:

I am a student at the University of Sydney, where I am undertaking a Bachelor of Design Computing and Bachelor of Advanced Studies (Dalyell Stream). In 2020, I studied abroad at the world renowned Parsons School of Design in New York. Over the course of my degree, I have achieved:

University of Sydney

  • Academic Achievement Winner 2020 (For top 1% of students university-wide)
  • High Distinction average
  • ​Dalyell Scholar (Selective advanced academic stream)
  • Recipient of 2019 Women's College Leonie Starr academic prize and the 2020 ZONTA academic prize, both for exceptional academic achievement. 
  • Advanced Studies second major in Art History (I can write an awesome research paper or creative piece!)

Parsons School of Design
​New York

  • Was chosen as the only University of Sydney student to undertake a semester exchange at the globally ranked Parsons School of Design in New York.
  • Learned new fabrication methods like silkscreening and accessed the world class facilities in the Parsons making center.  
  • Discovered new applications of design, like design activism and biomimicry. 
  • Was able to visit a number of groundbreaking art and design institutions like MoMA PS1, the Brooklyn Museum and the Met.

I'm fuelled by my curiosity for...

Design Thinking

I love learning about new design thinking methodologies, particularly ones with unconventional applications (ask me about the Beautiful Trouble project!).

New Tools

I enjoy discovering new tools for creating, from digital prototyping applications like Sketch to more physical ones like 3D printing. 

User Research

I love interacting with users and think their input is vital to the success of any design. Making digital products with their needs specifically in mind, then collaborating with them throughout the process is fun. 

Sustainability and Biodesign

I am passionate about the environment and have been an ​executive of the Sydney Sustainable Ocean Alliance for three years (ask me for interesting facts about the rainbow mantis shrimp!). I am really interested in Biodesign and love learning how approaches like biomimicry can help both humans and the planet. 

Art History

I do a double major in Design Computing and Art History. I understand a lot about visual appeal and its history and I know plenty of fun facts about Michelangelo and Keith Haring. I can research and write in a clear, engaging manner.

Design for Social Change

I stand by my belief that design can change the world. I want to use my skills to give back to communities in need and make a real, positive impact. I believe design is a powerful tool for social change because it offers the potential not only to challenge problems, but actually solve them. 
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