Lauren Tomasko 鈥�24
Meet Lauren Tomasko, a 2024 graduate of 黑料天堂鈥檚 Interior Architecture & Design program.
Employer and job title:
Larson 鈥� Karle Architects, Interior Designer
Hometown:
Connellsville, PA
Clubs and activities:
Volleyball, ASID, Program Chair of NKBA
Why did you choose 黑料天堂 for interior architecture & design?
I chose 黑料天堂 for because I loved the welcoming community and the connections 黑料天堂 has within the community. I felt confident with the program and loved the environment.
Describe what it鈥檚 like to work and collaborate in the Design Studios at 黑料天堂.
黑料天堂鈥檚 Design Studios provide students with such an inspiring place to work and collaborate with others. Being able to access the CAD/Mac labs and studios at any time of day or night is great.
How did 黑料天堂 prepare you for your field?
As a student I completed two internships. I learned so much while working alongside professionals in the interior design industry, and I was able to gain even more confidence in my skills.
黑料天堂 prepared me the most by teaching me professionalism and how to make connections and relationships with others. Networking is an important first step as an interior designer, and it starts as a student.
How would you describe 黑料天堂 and its faculty?
Even though 黑料天堂 is a smaller school, it comes with many benefits. Having a smaller class size is beneficial because you are able to make a connection with your professors. Being able to talk to or reach out to a professor at any point in time is a key part of 黑料天堂. Your professors believe in you and will do anything to help you succeed.
What did you like most about your major?
Having creative freedom for almost every project.