Cora Yerke

UX Designer and Software Developer

About Me

I'm a UX researcher and designer with a foundation in full-stack and front-end development, seeking to apply research driven design and technical skills to build intuitive user experiences.

When I'm not designing or coding, you can find me enjoying the outdoors, enjoying creative hobbies, playing board games, or learning new technologies.

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Leader for Women in Tech

Student Organization @ Central Michigan University

Women in Tech (WiT) is a student organization at Central Michigan University that aims to empower and support women in the technology field.

As the Special Projects Chair I have organized informational meetings, workshops, social events, and mini hackathons for our memebers.

With WiT I have attended the following events:

  • Midwest Collegiate Computing Conference (MWC3)
  • Michigan Celebration of Women in Computing Conference (MICWIC)
  • SpartaHack
  • Atomic Games
  • Auto-Owners Tech Summit

Through the organization, I have gained valuable leadership experience and built a strong network of peers and mentors in the tech industry.

Honors Student

The Honors Program is a competitive academic program that offers students the opportunity to engage in advanced coursework, research, and community service.

As an honors student at Central Michigan University, I have

  • Taken unexpected classes, like ASL and the Virtues of the Korean Independence Movement
  • Studied abroad in Athens, Greece for four months
  • Completed over 120 hours of community service
  • Conducted a capstone project, combining my interest in UX and coding to develop a Windows desktop application

Learn more about my capstone, Labs@Home!

MCWT Scholar Award

MCWT Scholar

The Michigan Council of Women in Technology (MCWT) is an organization dedicated to empowering women to pursue careers in technology and leadership roles.

As an MCWT Scholar, I have been recognized for my academic achievements and work towards a successful career in technology. The scholarship has provided me with financial support, mentorship opportunities, and access to a network of professionals in the tech industry.

I was further honored by being selected to speak at the MCWT Breakfast Roadshow to share my experience as a scholar.

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