Throughout my academic career I had an interest in both the sciences and arts and couldn't decide which one to pursue, so I decided why not both? As such, I completed my undergraduate in biology for health science and digital communication with a focus on graphic and UX design. From there the question became, how can I combine the knowledge and skills I gained from these two vastly different disciplines? This lead me to complete my MDes in the Design for Health program. I became interested in finding simplified visual and communicative solution to solve the complexities that is present within healthcare to help empower individuals to make informed decision. Outside of my academic career I am a teaching assistant and Sheridan College assisting in courses focused on graphic design, print design, design thinking and UX design. The current project present on this page focuses on what my partner, Hannah Walsh, and I are presenting at GradEx. For more of my work you can find me at: www.maryem.myportfolio.com