Nicholas Kagan is a sophomore at Bradley University majoring in user experience with a minor in game design. He has been highly influenced by several courses that he has taken in the social sciences, as well as his background in game design and animation. His interest in animation and multimedia art led him to pursue a degree in Interactive Media. He hopes to return to Los Angeles upon graduation to begin a career at a well recognized game design studio, creating optimal and immersive user experiences by designing intuitive interfaces, interactions, and gameplay elements that enhance player engagement.