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My Volunteering Experience at Collision 2024

This year, I got to be part of something incredible — the Collision Conference in Toronto. It was my very first time at this event, and wow, what an experience! I spent two days volunteering and one day just soaking it all in as an attendee. Volunteering gave me a sneak peek into the world …

Abington Court: My First Job Story

Moving to Canada ten months ago was an adventure filled with new experiences and challenges. One of the most significant milestones in my journey was securing my first job as a Social Media Coordinator at Abington Court Retirement Residence. This position not only marked the beginning of my professional career in Canada but also allowed …

Exploring Interaction Design Essentials

During our first ‘Interaction Design’ class, my professor pointed out that it should be called “Human Interaction Design.” The reason is simple: it’s people who interact with designs every day. I think this makes a lot of sense and highlights the importance of considering the human aspect in design. Interaction design is all about creating …

Discovering Lean UX: Fundamental Ideas

In my first semester of the Interactive Media Management-Interaction Design program, the concept of Lean UX was entirely new to me. I didn’t know what to expect, but I was eager to learn and apply these principles. One of the projects we worked on was addressing the high minimum delivery fees for Uber Eats. Applying …

Getting Started with Visual Design

In the visual design class, we often discussed how we see things every day and expect them to look a certain way regarding colors, symbols, fonts, and layout. For example, the blue login button on Facebook is easy to recognize and feels comforting because it’s familiar. This principle extends to other aspects of design, such …

The Future of Emerging Technologies: AR & VR Insights

In my first semester of the Interactive Media Management program, I studied a course titled Emerging Technologies. This course was all about new and exciting tech, especially Augmented Reality (AR) and Virtual Reality (VR). It was very interesting to learn about these technologies and how they might shape our future. AR and VR are not …

Unforgettable Firsts in Canada

Moving to Canada 10 months ago has been an exciting journey filled with many first-time experiences. I want to share some of the most memorable activities that made my first year here truly special. One of the coolest things I tried was axe throwing. It was thrilling to hurl an axe at a target. It …

Korean Content: A Comfort and a Dream

For the past eight years, Korean dramas and music have been a significant part of my life. It all started when I stumbled upon a K-drama one evening. The captivating storylines, beautiful cinematography, and emotional depth drew me in immediately. From that moment, I was hooked. Korean content became my go-to escape, a safe place …