Hey, I'm  Riddhima.

I blend research and storytelling to create meaningful user experiences that solve real problems and drive social impact.

WHAT I'VE BEEN UP TO ↓

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I just got a new camera and am obsessed with it, so naturally, I had to include it here.
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Currently studying Information Sciences at UIUC, building my background with a focus on human-computer interaction and user experience design.
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I like designing digital spaces like they're scrapbooks. There's a fascinating irony in making screens look as tactile as paper.
DESIGN INNOVATION • 2025 • UX DESIGNER

Evolving Apple Voice Memos from a basic utility to an intelligent workspace

MOBILE APP DESIGN
UX RESEARCH
AI INTEGRATION
Three dark-mode mobile screens showing a folder menu, recording list, and transcript for an Apple app redesign.

This is a student concept project and has no official association with Apple.

UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS RESEARCH PARK • 2025 • COMMUNICATIONS AND SOCIAL MEDIA INTERN

Revitalizing communications to generate engagement and showcase value

communications design
content strategy
brand identity
A MacBook and iPhone displaying a digital newsletter and a "recruiting season" social media story.
ILLINI 4000 • 2023 – PRESENT • CO-PRESIDENT, MARKETING DIRECTOR, BIKE AMERICA TEAM RIDER

Bridging cross-country cycling with community, cancer research, and adventure

CASE STUDY IN PROGRESS
nonprofit leadership
marketing
Three smartphones showing the Illini 4000 Instagram profile, a "Do Good" post, and a National Parks reel.
THE DAILY ILLINI • 2023 – 2024 • ARTS AND CULTURE STAFF WRITER

Shaping how campus media tells stories of art and culture

CASE STUDY IN PROGRESS
JOURNALISM
writing
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