Won (Irene) Choi

She/Her/Hers
MIIPS, 2025

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About

I am passionate about UX design and creating accessible, inclusive technology solutions. I would like to create user-friendly designs that improve the lives of individuals with cognitive and visual impairments. Beyond my professional interests, I love fashion, dancing, and eating. I also own a food blog as a hobby, where I explore and share my culinary adventures with friends! I bring a diverse set of skills and interests to the iii. My interest in user-centered design, technology, and engineering provides a solid foundation. With expertise in mechanical engineering and computer science, I have a good understanding of creating both physical and software products. My leadership experiences, such as leading a high school robotics team and serving as vice president of the Korean Student's Association at The Cooper Union, have helped me learn the value of fostering inclusive environments and collaborative success. I am adaptable and enjoy engaging with new people, which I believe has been broadening my perspective and enriching my approach to design and innovation.

Why MIIPS?

The MIIPS program's interdisciplinary nature, spanning engineering, design, and business, aligns perfectly with my career goals and interests. Its emphasis on empathic and innovative design, combined with real-world applications and user data analysis, is ideal for enhancing my UX design skills. The program's strong foundation in UX Design, practical applications through Capstone Courses, and industry exposure via internships would provide the perfect environment for my professional growth and development in creating user-focused products.

Education

Mechanical Engineering and Minor in Computer Science at The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art

Experience

Product Manager at BOCAS - Body Care Solution

What type of role are you looking to obtain after you graduate?

After graduating, I hope to join the software industry as a UX designer, with a focus on accessibility.
Eventually, I hope to become a UX lead, refining my leadership skills, and later transition to the startup sector, where I aspire to establish my own company dedicated to developing software for people with cognitive and visual impairments.