About — Ishraq

How I Approach Design

One of my strengths is my
Creative Mindset
I am imaginative and pay close attention to visual detail.
I enjoy exploring new ideas and adapting to different challenges.
Throughout my education, I have been drawn to new ways of working and to the details and patterns that help me understand problems.

I am drawn to
Emerging Technologies in Design
I take a hands-on, interdisciplinary approach to complex design challenges. Working across visual media and emerging technologies helps me explore new ways to communicate ideas.

Education

MFA in Design and Technology
Parsons School of Design -
The New School | New York City

MA in Arts Management and Leadership
Queen’s University | Kingston, Canada

BA in Architecture
Tehran University of Art | Tehran

Honors

Highest Average Mark — Class of 2023
Parsons School of Design - The New School
Cumulative GPA: 4.0/4.0

Honorable Mention in the Category of Creative Use of Quantum Technology in Visual Arts
Quantum Design Jam Workshop by IBM

John L. Tishman Scholarship
As a top applicant, I received more than $50K in recognition of my interest in and commitment to sustainable development, design, and construction.
The New School

Certificates

Google UX Design Certificate
Hands-on training in UX research, prototyping, and usability testing using Figma. I applied these skills to design user-centered interfaces.

IBM UX Design Fundamentals
Training in user personas, wireframing, and usability testing. I used these methods to analyze a real-world case study and recommend UX improvements.

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