In Human Factors, we studied disability, ergonomics, and how the body interacts with objects and environments. This class pushed me to think beyond aesthetics or function — it required empathy. I learned to slow down and truly consider the experiences, limitations, and daily challenges that different people face.
It made me realize that no two people exist in the world the same way. Everyone has their own physical abilities, sensory realities, and emotional battles that we may not see.
Design isn’t just about creating something that works — it’s about creating something that supports people, respects them, and allows them to feel capable and included.
Design isn’t just about creating something that works — it’s about creating something that supports people, respects them, and allows them to feel capable and included.
As a designer, my goal is to create products that are enjoyable for all people, not just the “average” or the most able-bodied. I want to design with empathy — meaning I put myself in someone else’s experience before I make decisions.
This class didn’t just teach me technical considerations.
It taught me human compassion through design.
It taught me human compassion through design.
