Samantha Hanson, EDI '25Physical Product Design, Product Management, UI/UX
About
Samantha is an advocate for the creation of art that resonates deeply with the human experience. She has a dedication to designing environments that foster enhanced accessibility and safety. As a designer, her aspirations encompass a role where she oversees and designs products that honor the human experience. Beyond her professional pursuits, Samantha nurtures a profound affection for travel, allowing her to explore the natural world and its nurturing impact on life. At EDI, she envisions a career path aligned with her overarching philosophy and aspires to become a visionary designer.
Why EDI?
Samantha possesses a strong foundation in the field of design; her decision to join the EDI program was significantly influenced by its unwavering commitment to human-centered design principles. Throughout her undergraduate studies, she engaged in coursework centered on entrepreneurial product design, which broadened her perspective and unveiled a domain of design that caters to people’s desires, the business world, and the aspiration to construct more inclusive environments while enhancing accessibility. Samantha aspires to reshape our surroundings into ones that prioritize safety, convenience, and the enrichment of the human experience.
Education
BA, Art, University of California, Santa Barbara.
Experience
Graphic Design Intern, PAWS Chicago.
