Also, I learned that our brain is so influenced by our environment and like there’s no one way to explain human behavior. MI: I learned that really small changes can have a big impact. What’s the most important thing you have learned in this field? It’s such a unique specialization that allows so much room for creativity.įY: I wanted to delve deeper into science and math without giving up my interests in art and design. I took COGS 1 on a whim, and I felt super inspired by the design specialization. VD: I was initially undeclared and felt really lost as to what I want to do. At the same time, I was taking AP Psychology and the teacher really opened my eyes to how psychology could be used to do such a thing, this coupled with my interest in technology (and disdain for math) led me to look into cognitive science and informatics as potential avenues for my college career. When I was looking for majors I found cognitive science and that just like perfectly combined them.ĪN: I was part of a robotics team in high school where I was tasked with figuring out a way to use leftover scrap metal and wood planks to build a practice field that sparked my interest in problem-solving. SC: When I was applying to colleges I really wanted something that combined my interests in computer science and design with my interest in psychology and the brain. Because of this, I have been looking into content strategy internships. More specifically, I am interested in crafting verbal flows to enhance user experience. As I took more design and cognitive science classes at UCSD, I’ve also come to realize that I also enjoy the writing aspect of design. When I was looking at majors, I found UCSD’s cognitive science program and was hooked to the design specialization because it seemed like a perfect combination. Also, I realized how user experience is so important and am fascinated by the psychology behind human behavior.ĭL: In high school, I had always been interested in psychology and the technology industry, but did not know that the two subjects could be connected. It just taught me that making small changes in products can have a really big impact on the user. I thought that class was so interesting because we read the book The Design of Everyday Things by Don Norman, one of the founders of cog sci. I chose my specialization at the end of my sophomore year after taking DSGN 1 (Design of Everyday Things). I liked the class because it was so interdisciplinary. I took COGS 1 (Introduction to Cognitive Science) because I knew about the program and how good it was, but I didn’t really know what it was. What got you into Cognitive Science and your specialization? VD: I met the dad from Drake and Josh when auditioning for a TV show! He gave me an autographed picture of him.įY: I love going to art museums and shopping at the design store inside. We like to travel a lot.ĭL: I’ve been in the live audience for James Corden’s late-night talk show!ĪN: A meme I posted online got almost 200k views in a week. MI: I’ve been to all seven continents with my family. I am also the web developer.įelicity Yin: I am a fourth-year specializing in design and interaction. Viviana Davila: I am a fourth-year specializing in design and interaction. I’m specializing in design and interaction and minoring in computer science. I am one of the design chairs.Īndrew Nguyen: I am a fourth-year and treasurer of CSSA. Samantha Cheung: I am a second-year and my specialization is design and interaction. I’m the media chair.ĭaniel Li: I am a third-year specializing in design and interaction and double minoring in business and political science. Maya Iyer: I’m a fourth-year at UCSD specializing in design and interaction and minoring in communications. What’s your year in school, specialization, and position? Specialization Spotlight: Design and Interaction
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