Batuhan Celebioglu CV

I’m a junior at the University of Washington, majoring in Human-Centered Design & Engineering and minoring in Data Science, with experience in software development, user-centered innovation, finance, and technology

Education

  • B.A. in Human Centered Design & Engineering, College of Engineering, University of Washington, 2023 - 2027

  • Minor in Data Science

  • Relevant coursework: Interactive Systems Design and Technology; Sustainable Design; Visual Communication in Human Centered Design and Engineering; Foundations of Human Centered Design I; Data and Society

Experience

UW Information School (in collaboration with Human Centered Design & Engineering) - Seattle, WA
Undergraduate Research Assistant June 2025 - Present

  • Conducted user studies with children (ages 7–12) to investigate perceptions of AI-driven supportive tools in co-design activities.

  • Observed that older children showed declining engagement in design activities, while younger children displayed greater skepticism and fear toward AI, relying more heavily on imagination-based approaches.

  • Analyzed emotional expression tasks: 60% rejected the first AI-generated image and requested regeneration; 80% accepted AI-generated text despite moderate dissatisfaction.

  • Found higher satisfaction when children made tangible modifications to printed AI outputs, underscoring the value of physical customization.

Skills

  • Software: : Figma, Git/GitHub, HTML/CSS, SOLIDWORKS, Onshape, SAP ERP, Fusion 360, LaTeX

  • Programming: Python, JavaScript, and C++

  • Investing: Managed a five-figure portfolio, achieving 39% growth in USD over 33 months

  • Athletics Achievements:

    • Licensed gymnast; competed in 5 Turkish Championships and became the youngest athlete in national gymnastics history to pass a qualification stage.

    • Licensed soccer and basketball player in ˙Izmir regional leagues; invited to the youth academies of Galatasaray, Besiktas, and Fenerbahçe in soccer, and received NCAA offers in basketball.

  • Languages: Turkish (Native), English (Fluent)

  • Proficient in Figma, Adobe Creative Suite, and Framer.

  • Strong understanding of user-centered design principles.

  • Ability to conduct comprehensive user research and usability testing.

  • Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

Personal qualities

  • Creative and innovative thinker with a keen eye for aesthetics.

  • Strong communicator, capable of effectively articulating design concepts.

  • Collaborative team player with a positive attitude.

  • Passionate about staying current with technology and design trends.

Interests

  • Competitive weight-training, nutrition tracking, and sports science

  • Traveling & photography

  • Horseback riding

  • Medieval Fantasy lore reading

  • Boxing & Taekwondo

  • Skiing

  • Golfing

  • Poker

  • Hiking