Topics and Talks

The Power of the Noun: Intro to IA in the age of AI

August 2026

IA is a lost skill. And in the age of AI, that's a problem. Once foundational to UX, it's been replaced by flows, features, and Figma files, leaving systems that are expensive to build and nearly impossible to scale. In this hands-on workshop, we'll focus on just the nouns: the foundation of IA structure.

What is OOUX

October 2023

A quick but powerful introduction to Object-Oriented UX — what it is, why it matters, and how it changes the way you think about designing digital products. Originally created for a Construct Connect workshop.

Introduction to Information Architecture

October 2023

Before you can design a good experience, you need to understand how information is organized. This overview covers the fundamentals of IA and why it's the foundation of everything I do. Originally shared ahead of a Construct Connect workshop.

SC&I Career Talks with Lauren Stone

December 2022

As an SC&I alumna and former mentor, Rutgers invited me back to share my career journey with their students — from fine art galleries to UX design. A candid conversation about non-linear paths and finding your way in the field.

Accessibility Designing for All

March 2022

Good design works for everyone — not just most people. This presentation covers what accessible design actually means and how to start building it into your practice.

Methods Beyond the Object Map

July 2022

OOUX is more than a process — it's a new way of thinking. In this OOUX community happy hour, I shared practical tips for integrating OOUX into real-world feature and UI work.