Class Projects
UI/UX Design, Research
Tools: Figma, Mural
Improving Food Education Through UX Research
How can we build dietary awareness among adolescents to prevent health problems?
To answer this, my team conducted UX research on cardiometabolic health issues (heart disease, stroke, and type 2 diabetes), focusing on adolescent health and systemic barriers in the U.S. healthcare system.
Research Process
- User Research & Analysis: Interviews, surveys with nutritionists, students, and parents.
- Diary Studies: Testing and evaluating existing nutrition-based apps
- Data Synthesis: Mapped findings through Mural boards, pivot tables, and secondary research from medical studies
Conclusions
Our research revealed critical gaps in adolescent nutrition education and systemic healthcare barriers that limit access to reliable dietary guidance. Key findings include:
- Lack of Engaging Educational Tools: Existing nutrition apps fail to retain users due to overwhelming information and lack of personalization.
- Disparities in Food Access: Socioeconomic factors and school budget constraints affect the quality and availability of nutritious meals.
Need for Interactive Learning: Adolescents prefer gamified, community-driven platforms over static nutrition guidelines.
Proposed Solutions
Based on these insights, we developed design recommendations for a user-friendly digital platform that:
- Simplifies nutrition education through interactive content
- Offers personalized meal guidance tailored to diverse needs
- Incorporates engagement strategies like gamification and social features
The full synthesis document is available below.
Rethinking Fordham's 'Ram Van' Shuttle System
The current Ram Van booking website is cluttered with text-heavy pages and unintuitive buttons, making it difficult for students to reserve transportation between campuses.
Key Design Improvements
- Simplified Navigation: Consolidated multiple CTAs into a streamlined mobile experience.
- Integrated Booking Flow: Combined ticket purchases, reservations, and free-ticket options into a single, intuitive process.
- Reduced Drop-Off Rates: By eliminating unnecessary steps, the app makes booking faster and more user-friendly.
Matcha Match: A Playful App for Matcha Lovers
Design Concept Pitch
Designing a fun and engaging app where matcha enthusiasts can discover, rate, and purchase their favorite matcha products.
Key Features
- Matcha Ratings & Reviews: Users can explore top-rated matcha brands.
- Personalized Quiz: Helps users find their ideal matcha based on preferences.
- Seamless Purchasing: Linked CTAs for direct product purchases.
