Divya Mangadu
About Divya Mangadu
Divya Mangadu is a UX Designer with over six years of diverse design experience, currently working at Acquia and serving as a part-time lecturer at Stonehill College. She holds a Master of Design from Massachusetts College of Art and Design and has a strong passion for inclusive design and design strategy.
Work at Acquia
Divya Mangadu has been employed as a UX Designer at Acquia since 2021. In this role, she applies her expertise in user experience design to enhance digital products and services. Her work focuses on creating user-centered designs that improve accessibility and usability for a diverse audience.
Current Role at Stonehill College
Since 2022, Divya serves as a Part-Time Lecturer at Stonehill College. She teaches an introductory mobile interaction design course, sharing her knowledge and experience in UX design with students. This role allows her to contribute to the academic development of future designers.
Education and Expertise
Divya holds a Bachelor of Arts in Media Advertising with a Minor in Computer Science from The University of Texas at El Paso, where she studied from 2015 to 2017. She also earned a Master of Design in Design Innovation from Massachusetts College of Art and Design, completing her studies from 2018 to 2020. Additionally, she has an Associate of Arts in Computer Science from El Paso Community College, achieved from 2012 to 2014.
Professional Background
Divya has over six years of diverse design experience, encompassing graphic design, illustration, food styling, photography, UX design, and strategy. Prior to her current positions, she worked at iRobot as a UX Design Intern in 2019 and held various roles at Massachusetts College of Art and Design, including Graduate Teaching Assistant and Social Media Content Creator. She also contributed to The University of Texas at El Paso as a Graphic Designer and Communications Intern.
Passion for Inclusive Design
Divya has a strong passion for inclusive design and design strategy. Her focus areas include accessibility, chronic condition management, and wellness. She is committed to creating designs that cater to a wide range of users, ensuring that her work promotes inclusivity and addresses the needs of diverse populations.