Mentor Chats are designed to assist students with career exploration, networking, and learning about a range of professional trajectories. Through hosted conversations, Mentor Chats provide opportunities to connect with IAS alumni working across diverse roles and sectors.
Upcoming Mentor Chats
Dialogue with IAS alumni about their career pathways! Students are invited to join these conversations, hosted in BIS 499 courses and as extracurricular events.
Mentor Chat with Daniel Lee
Thurs, Oct 17 | 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. | DISC 165B
Hosted in Dr. Kristin Gustafson's BIS 499 course
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Daniel Lee, '17, CP
Daniel Lee is Senior User Experience Researcher at Expedia Group where he supports multiple lines of business, including Flights, Cruise, and Brand Cohesiveness. He is also a second-year student in the Human-Centered Design and Engineering master’s program at UW Seattle. Daniel began his career in computer systems while in the U.S. Air Force, and at one time, managed over 500 network servers across his base. After serving, he spent nine years managing a usability lab at Microsoft, which cemented his passion for user research and design.
Alumni Mentors
Learn about our mentors below! Many are open to connecting - email iasalum@uw.edu for an introduction. Please note: Alumni are listed by year of participation; employers and titles may not be current.
2019
Erik Ashlie-Vinke, '09
Sr. Manager of Business & Economic Advocacy
Economic Alliance Snohomish County
Javier Carrasquero, '17
Lean Practitioner
The Boeing Company
Nick Chen, '16
Restoration Technician & Ecologist
Adopt A Stream Foundation
Jaime Fajardo, '12
Program Supervisor
Snohomish Co. Youth Enrichment Services
Daniel Lee, '17
Senior User Experience Researcher
Expedia
2018
Mojan Ahmadi, '13, '15
DigiPen Institute of Technology
Advisor of Career and Alumni Development
Matt Albertson, '06, '04
KUOW
Major Gifts Officer
Kylani Arrington, '13
Mental Health Counseling Intern
Sound
Baba Badru, '08
Environmental Planner
King County
Kelsey Bolinger, '16
Marketing Manager
Center for International Career Development
Sarah Castoriano, '05
Program Manager
Microsoft
Jason Hampton, '14
Community Outreach Specialist
Sound Transit
Gretchen Johnson, '11
Volunteer Coordinator
21 Acres
Daniel Lee, '17
Senior User Experience Researcher
Expedia
Devi Sandhu, '16, '12
Talent Manager
UW Bothell
Markus Smith, '17
Human Resources Recruiter
SNBL USA
Faith Simonelli, '10, '08
Prevention Program Manager
Cocoon House
Andrew Wahl, '96
Journalism & Media Communication Chair
Everett Community College
Brandon Washington, '15
Membership Engagement
Dale Turner Family YMCA
Evan Westenberger, '09
Social & Digital Engagement Manager
Microsoft
Siobhan Wharton, '12
Pharmaceutical Sales Representative
Allergan
2017
Baba Badru, '08
Environmental Investigator
Public Health - Seattle & King County
Brittaney Bunjong, '16
Community Manager
The Cloud Room
Richard Buzard, '15
Master's in Geology Candidate
University of Alaska Fairbanks
Maximilian Dixon, '11
Earthquake Program Manager
Washington State Military Department
Jasleena Grewal, '13
Psychiatric Nursing Student
Seattle University
Aaron Huston, '13
Co-owner
Farmstand Local Foods
Melisa Le, '16
Sales & Marketing Coordinator
ISEC
Ashley Magdall, '15
Web Support Specialist
UW Bothell
2016
Ray Corona, '13
Corporate Recruiter
LandCare
Lauren Fay, '07
Housing Placement Manager
Downtown Emergency Services Center
Taylor Frazier, '15
Consumer Affairs Coordinator
Washington State Bar Association
Jason Hampton, '14
Transportation Program Manager
Bellevue Downtown Association
Mina Hooshangi, '11
Project Manager
The Boeing Company
Kristie Johnson, '07
Public Records Officer
King Co. Prosecuting Attorney's Office
2015
Deborah Oaks, '08
Habitat Program Coordinator
Sound Salmon Solutions
Hillary U, '10
Communications Specialist
Alaska Airlines
Andrew Wahl, '96
Journalism & Media Communication Chair
Everett Community College
Alumni Stories
Learn what's possible with an IAS degree! Visit Alumni Stories to read about more graduates.
How has interdisciplinary education impacted your life and career? IAS wants to hear from you! Email iasalum@uw.edu to share your experience.