
hi! i’m lia
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I’m Lia, a student at the University of Michigan studying User Experience Design with a minor in Statistics.
I love creating people-focused solutions that bring communities together, make things easier to understand, and help others focus on what truly matters to them.
Beyond design, I am passionate about community-building and advocating for equity in diverse communities. These experiences have shaped my approach to UX by emphasizing inclusivity, cultural empathy, and creating systems that empower underrepresented voices.
Outside of the classroom, I love film photography, music, crafts, and creative writing!
MY TOOLKIT INCLUDES...
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Python, R, C++, HTML/CSS, SQL, JavaScript, Git/GitHub, MATLAB
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Figma, Adobe Creative Cloud, Unity, Blender, JIRA, Framer
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Wireframing, Prototyping, Usability Testing, A/B Testing, Interaction Design
COOL THINGS I’VE DONE...
Experiences
UX Researcher
UM School of Information
Jan 2025 — Present
UX Designer
VOID Tech
Sept 2024 — Present
Project Manager
Tech 4 Social Good
Sept 2023 — Present
Author
Toronto Metropolitan University
May 2024 — Present
Research Assistant
Mind in Society Lab
Sept 2023 — May 2024
Data Analysis Intern
Wescast Industries
June 2023 — Aug 2023
VP Outreach & UX Designer
Michigan Open UX @ U-M
Sept 2023 — Present
Outreach Chair
Generation Asian Pacific American @ U-M
Sept 2023 — May 2024
Banquet Chair
AA&PI Heritage Month @ U-M
Sept 2023 — May 2024
Publicity Chair
APIDA/A Heritage Month @ MSU
Sept 2022 — May 2023
Vice President & Publicity Intern
APASO @ MSU
Sept 2022 — May 2023
Marketing & Publicity Intern
Chinese Student Coalition @ MSU
Sept 2022 — May 2023
Projects & Activities
YOU CAN CATCH ME...
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Capturing moments in time! I’m learning to develop on my own, bringing each image to life from start to finish.
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I write for a section of the student newspaper (the Michigan Daily), Michigan in Color.
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I love the app Beli — it gives me a fun way to discover and track my favorite restaurants and dishes!