Artist and designer Van Aileen is currently pursuing a BFA in Design at the Mason Gross School of the Arts and Honors College. Building on her roots in traditional art mediums, she combines her design proficiency (Adobe Creative Suite, Blender, Figma) with principles of sculpture, painting, and photography. Van has applied her diverse skills to create expressive spaces. At Rutgers University, she co-founded a beauty organization dedicated to fostering creative expression and supporting students interested in the beauty industry.

Van is interning at Free People as a print designer this summer 2026. Additionally, they are seeking full-time opportunities.