University of Maryland

Overview

During my time as a graphic design intern at the University of Maryland for the Stamp Student Union, I helped design ads, posters, flyers, and media graphics, and I was also able to promote diverse programs and events happening within the student times.

Tools

Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, Procreate, Trello

Timeline

Jan – May 2024

Type

Internship

Role

Graphic Design Intern — Campaign Design, Design Consultation, Illustration

Asian, Pacific Islander & Desi American Heritage Month 2024 (APIDA)

"To the Table" is a campaign celebrating Asian, Pacific Islander, and Desi American Heritage Month 2024 at the University of Maryland. The Multicultural Inclusion Community and Advocacy (MICA) department chose the theme of "food gathering," emphasizing inclusion, welcome, vibrant chaos, and an abundance of food.

Client: Multicultural Inclusion Community and Advocacy (MICA) Deliverables: Print, Digital, Merchandise, Apparel

Study Buddies

"Study Buddies" is a University of Maryland campaign designed to promote the well-being of students by encouraging them to take regular breaks during finals. The campaign aims to reduce stress and enhance productivity by suggesting various relaxing and engaging activities during study sessions.

Client: Student Activities Deliverables: Print, Digital

Study Buddies poster on easel at Grand Ballroom

Terps for Change Sticker Designs

Terps for Change (T4C) is a community service-learning program at the STAMP Student Union that partnered students with local nonprofits. They sought sticker designs to promote each focus area: Age & Ageism, Education, Environmental Conservation, Food Justice & Hunger, and Socioeconomic Inequity.

Client: Terps for Change Deliverables: Die-cut Stickers

Maryland Dairy Sticker

I designed a sticker for Maryland Dairy featuring Kermit the Frog, created by Jim Henson — a distinguished UMD alumnus. We aimed to capture summertime fun and pay tribute to Henson's legacy of bringing joy to people worldwide.

Client: Maryland Dairy Deliverables: Die-cut Stickers

Behind the Scene

The office

First day of Internship!

Tabling event to engage with students

The Team

Pro Staff: Eva, Bree, Whitney, and Atin

Student designer: Chichi, Grace, Michael, Sarah, and Myself

I'm so thankful to be part of the marketing & communication team! Everyone is so talented and caring, I've learned so much from each of them 🌟