I’m Lia, a student at the University of Michigan studying User Experience Design with a minor in Statistics.


I'm interested in exploring how social computing, accessibility, and educational technologies can make a difference. I love designing 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!

hi! i’m lia

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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

Figma, Adobe Creative Cloud, Unity, Blender, JIRA, Framer, VSCode

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Wireframing, Prototyping, Usability Testing, A/B Testing, Interaction Design

Experiences

UX Researcher

U-M School of Information

Jan 2025 — Present

Product Manager & UX Designer

VOID Tech

Sept 2024 — Present

Project Manager

Tech 4 Social Good

Sept 2024 — Present

Open Resource Textbook Author

Toronto Metropolitan University

May 2024 — Present

Research Assistant

Mind in Society Lab

Sept 2023 — May 2024

Information Technology 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

COOL THINGS I’VE DONE...

made with ♡ by lia du

made with ♡ by lia du