Meet our spring 2025 Graduates
Amanda Upson
Amanda titles herself a “Jack of all Trades”, having started her creative journey in fine art before deciding that she also enjoyed graphic design. She’s done it all; drawing, digital illustration, sewing, embroidery, block printing, branding, editorial design, and more. Her creativity spans numerous mediums and functions, allowing all her skills to blend into each other to deliver unique designs.
Anna Ronan
Anna Ronan is a graphic designer and illustrator in Kansas City, MO. Typically known by her last name, Ronan brings maximalism and energy to the merchandise space through apparel design, promotional materials and digital illustration. While she primarily works with subjects in music or sports, she has a passion for helping people present their truest selves in any industry.
Cameron Ewers
Cameron Ewers, known as Camboun, is a multidisciplinary graphic designer rooted in Lawrence, Kansas. His journey began with crafting YouTube thumbnails, which evolved into a passion for illustration, photo manipulation, branding, and typography. Camboun thrives on merging these disciplines to create cohesive, innovative designs. With a keen eye for detail and a love for visual storytelling, he brings a unique perspective to every project he undertakes.
Camille Parker
Camille is a graphic designer known for her precision, compassion, and bold flair. She specializes in clean UI, branding, and expressive vector illustration—all rooted in thoughtful design. Determined and detail-obsessed, Camille brings both heart and strategy to every project. When she’s not designing, she’s lifting weights, exploring art, or daydreaming about her future Audi R8.
Dalton Lafitte
Dalton Lafitte is a recent graduate of Johnson County Community College with a passion for illustration. With a strong eye for detail and a love for creative problem-solving, she blends thoughtful user experiences with expressive visual storytelling. Throughout college, Dalton ran her own cleaning business, showcasing her entrepreneurial spirit, discipline, and commitment to excellence. She’s now focused on building impactful, user-centered designs that connect and inspire.
Elizabeth Nixon
Elizabeth is a multidisciplinary designer who loves creating bold, detail-driven work. With a background in fine arts, she brings a hands-on, curious energy to everything she does. She’s always learning something new, whether it’s trying out a different art medium or exploring design software. Always up for a creative challenge, she’s just as excited about improving her craft as she is about making meaningful work.
Ella Rogge
As a creative who finds joy in looking deeper, Ella specializes in unexpected ideation crafted to satisfy her design intent and need for nuance. She brings her quick wit and sense of humor into her designs if you look closely enough to notice them. Ella has been doodling since she knew how to hold a pencil, so she easily translates her ideas onto paper.
Hannah Hulse
Hannah is a graphic designer who loves creating playful, colorful designs and eye-catching illustrations. She brings a fun, friendly vibe to every project—whether it’s branding, packaging, or just doodling for fun! Inspired by the world around her, she finds creativity while hiking through the Rockies, dancing at music festivals, and spending time with her two fluffy pups. She’s always eager to infuse her work with energy, creativity, and a touch of whimsy.
Kate Meinke
Grounded in fine arts, Kate found her way to design through food; spending nearly a decade in Kansas City’s vibrant food scene. Co-founding a bakery deepened her understanding of how design shapes experience and tells a story. She approaches each project with curiosity and care, crafting designs that are intentional, engaging and lasting. Kate thrives on collaboration, fresh ideas, and the ever-evolving nature of design.
Lily Walz
Lily is a graphic designer with a passion for using creativity to craft unique and innovative designs.She has always had a love for art, especially drawing and illustration. Her favorite areas of design include working on illustrations, brand identities, and package design. She enjoys experimenting with various color palettes and typefaces to capture and communicate the intended tone of each project.
Logan Gray
Logan is a versatile designer with strong expertise in typographic expression and vector illustration paired with photography. His interests include product design, where he focuses on functional solutions, and apparel design, blending aesthetics with practicality. Continuously expanding his skills across disciplines, Logan approaches each project with a balance of creativity and precision, ensuring thoughtful and well-executed design outcomes.
Madison Moore
Excited to graduate this May and dive into full-time design! I’m passionate about helping clients find exactly what they need, a skill I honed during years in retail, guiding customers to the best options for their pets and promoting healthy, natural diets. I love combining hands-on creativity, like painting, with digital design to create unique, meaningful work.
Meg O’Roark
Meg is a former software engineer turned designer who loves crafting intuitive, seamless experiences. She thrives on solving problems, simplifying the seemingly chaotic, and proving that less is often more. Meg believes the best results come from combining creativity with meaningful teamwork and approaches design the same way she approaches life, with curiosity, adaptability, and a deep appreciation for the journey.
Paige Joski
Paige Joski is a graphic designer and illustrator based in Kansas City, KS. With a background in fine arts and a passion for design, she specializes in packaging and brand design. Paige creates visually compelling designs that tell stories, elevate brands, and evoke emotion. She’s always exploring new techniques and trends, pushing creative boundaries while maintaining a strong focus on quality and detail in every project.
Saúl Perez
A determined and passionate designer, Saúl combines creativity with strategy to craft meaningful experiences. His approach emphasizes thoughtful details, functionality, and visual impact. Fluent in English and Spanish, he values diverse perspectives to create inclusive and engaging designs. Saúl’s goal is to grow as a designer, push creative boundaries, and make a lasting impact through innovative, intentional work.
Tyler Nyamayaro
Tyler is a motivated and reliable designer who brings a unique perspective to design, blending creativity with personal experiences. His approach focuses on inclusivity, innovation, and functionality, ensuring designs resonate with the intended audiences. His career goal is to create solutions that not only inspire but also empower communities, fostering change and representation in the design industry while continuously growing in his craft.