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hello, my name is Karen!

I am originally from Dallas and am currently pursuing a BFA in Graphic Design at the University of Arkansas.
I have been the President of the AIGA student chapter at the University of Arkansas for the past two years and have loved being able to be a leader in my community.

I believe that design works to create not only a better world for myself, but a better world for the people around me. I approach design from various directions but I’m very captivated by designing with empathy and am driven by compassion. I believe that empathetic design can dissolve borders and build opportunities for innovative interactions and growth.

The ever-present curiosity required by being a designer is something that has taught me invaluable lessons as both a creator and human being. Because there is always something new to explore, this makes everything that much more exciting.