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Hello hello!

I’m Stephanie Mae Mauricio (aka Steph), a recent graduate from the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) with a B.S. in Cognitive Science and minor in Film, Television, and Digital Media.

Currently, I’m pursuing an M.A. in Learning Design and Technology at San Diego State University (SDSU).

So… how did I get here?

So… how did I get here?

My journey from the medical field to Cognitive Science at UCLA led me to uncover a deeper passion for design, a passion that bridges my curiosity with my drive to empower others.


Growing up, I always had a creative spark, dabbling in sketching, digital art, and graphic design. However, it was through my deep involvement in the Pilipino community that I realized how powerful creative expression could be in supporting and uplifting those around me.

Leaving the pre-med path allowed me to fully embrace this creative side. I discovered that design is about creating moments of joy and connection—those little bursts of dopamine and serotonin that make everyday life better. 






My goal is to craft designs that are not only accessible but also capable of sparking those "a-ha" moments, making technology feel empowering for everyone who interacts with it.

My journey from the medical field to Cognitive Science at UCLA led me to uncover a deeper passion for design, a passion that bridges my curiosity with my drive to empower others.


Growing up, I always had a creative spark, dabbling in sketching, digital art, and graphic design. However, it was through my deep involvement in the Pilipino community that I realized how powerful creative expression could be in supporting and uplifting those around me.

Leaving the pre-med path allowed me to fully embrace this creative side. I discovered that design is about creating moments of joy and connection—those little bursts of dopamine and serotonin that make everyday life better. 






My goal is to craft designs that are not only accessible but also capable of sparking those "a-ha" moments, making technology feel empowering for everyone who interacts with it.

My dopamine menu!

My dopamine menu!

Music

Laufey, Bruno Mars, Stevie Wonder, Kali Uchis, Steve Lacy, beabadobee, and just started listening to Broadway

Side Quests

Designing stickers, watching live TV show tapings, attending comedy shows, and cafe and restaurant hopping

Movies + Shows

Abbott Elementary, Brooklyn 99, The Rookie, Loki, Grey’s Anatomy, Avatar: The Last Airbender, La La Land, and Whiplash

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