Favorite Typeface: Montserrat
Favorite Software: Photoshop
Dream Job: Freelance Graphic Designer
Jen is a Graphic Designer based in Alabama, set to graduate with a BSD in Graphic Design in May 2026. She currently works as a Digital Scrapbook Designer at Pickleberrypop, a friendly online community and shop renowned for high-quality digital scrapbooking products and inspiration for scrappers worldwide. In this role, Jen sharpens her skills in visual storytelling, digital asset creation, and user-focused aesthetics—blending artistic flair with technical precision. She loves the creative process of designing, telling stories through visuals, and helping others overcome design challenges to bring their visions to life. In her free time, Jen enjoys reading, connecting with friends, and unwinding with her husband and their two dogs. With graduation approaching and a growing portfolio, she’s excited to advance her career, infusing projects with creativity and storytelling.
View portfolio here.
Veteran Suicide
Invisible Battles: The Veteran Suicide Crisis
Invisible Battles highlights the silent health struggle many U.S. veterans face after service. While physical wounds often heal, invisible ones (PTSD, deployment trauma, isolation, and transition difficulties) persist, fueling a silent crisis. The VA’s 2025 National Veteran Suicide Prevention Annual Report shows 6,398 veterans died by suicide in 2023, averaging 17.5 per day. Since 2001, over 140,000 veterans have been lost to suicide – far exceeding combat deaths in recent conflicts. Many fight alone due to limited care access, or reluctance to seek help; 61% of recent veteran suicides had no prior VA health engagement. Firearms remain a leading method, amplifying lethality. Urgent action is needed: expanded mental health resources, community support, and early intervention. No veteran should face these invisible battles alone – awareness, empathy, and proactive support can save lives.
View senior book here.