Kari Hope Bergstedt

Proudest Moment: My biggest point of pride and gratitude was leaving the familiar to study abroad in Kathmandu during autumn quarter of 2019. It was three months filled with growth, learning, and constantly pushing myself out of my comfort zone!

Even before I came to UW, I knew I wanted to pursue the field of design. I'm currently planning to start full-time work as a product designer, and I love how this type of work enables me to problem-solve and exercise my creativity within the digital realm. I thrive on moments of creative collaboration, whether that's brainstorming in a room filled with sticky notes or engaging in participatory design with communities. I also have an interest in the world of global health and am always looking for ways to engage with initiatives in this area.