Our Executive Board

"I joined DFA because it gave me the chance to work on meaningful, tangible projects that positively impact the community. DFA has become a place where I've been able to meet a lot of cool people, learn new things, and pursue my passion for making a difference! I think DFA has a place for everyone, no matter where you're from or what you're majoring in."

"I joined DFA to be part of a close community of people-focused individuals working to address meaningful issues in our community. As Director of Operations, I’m excited to help provide resources and ensure smooth operations, enabling our team to create impactful solutions."

"I joined DFA because I wanted to learn more about the human centered design process while also getting hands on experience going through the entire process. DFA has allowed me to create a positive impact on the CU community and work with an amazing community of people!

"I joined DFA because I was interested in learning about human-centered design and how I can apply it to the work that I want to accomplish in my 4 years at UIUC as a Sustainable Design major. Empathy was also a major factor, because not only is it an important aspect of the HCD process, but it is important to me as well, in a value sense. Putting yourself in people’s shoes is important for understanding their needs to better help them, and I feel that DFA strives for that understanding and creating user centered solutions. I wanted to be involved in creating solutions that have a lasting impact."

"Hi, my name is Dale Sink. I joined DFA last year becuase it is a thoughtful and creative group of students from many design disciplines. DFA focuses on designing artifacts and services that benefit communities and can help people with their needs. The human-centered design process is built on empathy and careful planning, two skills that are integral for all types of designs going forward. It’s at DFA that I understand anyone and everyone can be a designer to better the world around them."

"I joined DFA to further develop my interest in Human Centered Design and because this organization strongly believes in doing service and giving back to our community through its work."

"I joined DFA because I'm passionate about empathetic design. Creating solutions that truly center the user and their experience is at the heart of what I value as a designer. I also wanted to use design as a tool to make a positive impact on both the broader community and our campus community."

"During my freshman year, I was looking for a place to connect with others and be part of a growing community. When I found DFA, it gave me the opportunity to apply my design skills and communication. Through this, I’ve grown as a person while also helping the community grow as Co-director of membership!"