Kanoe Montaño
About Kanoe Montaño
Professional Role as a Product Designer
Kanoe Montaño currently works as a Product Designer. She leverages her skills in visual design and user experience to create effective digital experiences. Her role involves collaboration with various stakeholders to design products that meet user needs while supporting broader organizational objectives. Montaño’s background in graphic design and her passion for social justice influence her approach to product design, aiming to make digital tools more inclusive and accessible.
Coordinator and Graphic Designer at Carroll University
Kanoe Montaño served as the Coordinator and Graphic Designer for the Office of Violence Prevention at Carroll University. In this role, she created visual content and coordinated initiatives aimed at preventing violence. Her work focused on raising awareness and educating the campus community about violence prevention, utilizing her graphic design skills to develop impactful educational materials and campaigns.
Graphic Design Work in Sexual Violence Prevention
During her graduate studies at Marquette University, Kanoe Montaño worked as a graphic designer for the Sexual Violence Prevention and Education office. Her role involved creating visually engaging materials to support the office’s mission of educating the campus community about sexual violence prevention. This experience allowed her to combine her design skills with her commitment to social justice and education.
Education and Academic Background
Kanoe Montaño holds a Bachelor of Arts in Studio Art and Psychology from Lake Forest College. She furthered her education with a Masters in Educational Policy and Leadership through Marquette University's Student Affairs in Higher Education program. Her academic background in both art and psychology informs her approach to design, enabling her to create impactful educational materials and digital experiences.
Awards and Recognitions
Kanoe Montaño has been recognized for her contributions in various fields. She was awarded 'Best Of WACADA' for her 2019 presentation on 'Decolonizing Higher Education,' highlighting her commitment to educational equity and justice. Additionally, she is acknowledged as a Sexual Assault Victim's Advocate through the Wisconsin Coalition Against Sexual Assault, demonstrating her dedication to supporting survivors and preventing violence.