Hi, I'm Isaiah
I’m a graduate of the University of Washington’s Bachelor of Design in Interaction Design program in Seattle. I aspire to create innovative products, ideas, and experiences that redefine how we interact with the world.
Currently, I am:
🧗 + 🚴 + 🎸 + 🎶 + 🚣♀️ + 📸
Who Am I?
I recently completed the 2026 Seattle to Portland Bike Ride, and now I’m training for a triathlon 👀
Adventurer
Growing up in Washington inspired my love for the outdoors. Outside of work, you can usually find me snowboarding, cycling, hiking, or paddleboarding. Staying active keeps me grounded while giving me space to think, recharge, and explore new places.
Leader
My second year of undergraduate I founded a organization Chinese Adoptee Circle at the University of Washington. Since then I have ran a leadership board of total 12 leaders to organize and host events and activities for 60 students who are adopted from China to provide a safe community on campus.
Achievements
Best Design
University of Washington WINFO's 14th Annual Hackathon · Jan 2026
1st Place
University of Washington Alpha Theta Delta x Design for America Hackathon Feb 2024
Leo Lau
Design Lead (AI) @ Goodnotes
"Working with Isaiah was such a pleasure. He brings a ton of curiosity, thoughtful questions, and genuine passion for interaction design to everything he does. I was especially impressed by how naturally he ran usability tests, picking up on subtle participant cues and asking just the right follow-ups.
Over time, I saw him grow a lot, becoming more confident, organized, and intentional in how he communicates and collaborates with others. He’s open to feedback, eager to learn, and always looking to connect the dots between user needs and good design.
Isaiah’s enthusiasm and drive make him a real bright spot on any team. He’s got strong instincts, a great attitude, and is clearly on the path to becoming an excellent product designer. Keep going, Isaiah, add oil."
Experiences
Work
UW Facilities Capital Planning
Design Coordinator / Jun 2026 → Present
UX Design Student Assistant / Nov 2025 → Jun 2026
Goodnotes
Product Design Intern / Jul 2025 → Sep 2025
UW Electrical and Computer Engineering
Graphic Design Assistant / Jul 2024 to Jul 2025
Design for America
User Experience Designer / Sep 2023 to Jun 2024
Involvement
UW Chinese Adoptee Circle
Founder & Co-President / Mar 2024 → Present
UW School of Design
Design Research Assistant / Mar 2024 → June 2024
UW Chinese Student Association Lunar Gala 2025
Design Director / Nov 2023 → Feb 2024
Multiple-Time State Award-Winning Photographer and Journalist
Founder of a Club for Adopted Students With Over 50 Members
Coming to the University of Washington as a Chinese adoptee, I wanted to create a space where adopted students could feel seen and supported.
I founded the Adoptee Circle to help members connect and build meaningful relationships. The group has since grown to over forty members and three leads, hosting weekly events that foster understanding and belonging.
Leading this community has taught me the value of teamwork, empathy, and designing spaces where people feel truly understood.