Notice: Function _load_textdomain_just_in_time was called incorrectly. Translation loading for the acf domain was triggered too early. This is usually an indicator for some code in the plugin or theme running too early. Translations should be loaded at the init action or later. Please see Debugging in WordPress for more information. (This message was added in version 6.7.0.) in /opt/bitnami/wordpress/wp-includes/functions.php on line 6131

Notice: Function _load_textdomain_just_in_time was called incorrectly. Translation loading for the filebird domain was triggered too early. This is usually an indicator for some code in the plugin or theme running too early. Translations should be loaded at the init action or later. Please see Debugging in WordPress for more information. (This message was added in version 6.7.0.) in /opt/bitnami/wordpress/wp-includes/functions.php on line 6131

Notice: Function acf_get_value was called incorrectly. Advanced Custom Fields - We've detected one or more calls to retrieve ACF field values before ACF has been initialized. This is not supported and can result in malformed or missing data. Learn how to fix this. Please see Debugging in WordPress for more information. (This message was added in version 5.11.1.) in /opt/bitnami/wordpress/wp-includes/functions.php on line 6131

Deprecated: preg_replace(): Passing null to parameter #3 ($subject) of type array|string is deprecated in /opt/bitnami/wordpress/wp-includes/kses.php on line 2018

Kirtana Kalavagunta

Home    /   About    /   Directory
Kirtana Kalavagunta

Adjunct Lecturer

kirtanak@umd.edu

BIO

Kirtana Kalavagunta is a UX/Product Designer and educator whose work focuses on incorporating interaction design principles into current industry practices. Holding a BS in Computer Science with a minor in Theatre from the University of Texas at Dallas, her leadership skills were also honed as she managed an Indian Classical Dance studio in Dallas, TX for about 8 years. Further advancing her expertise, Kirtana earned an MS in Human-Computer Interaction from the University of Maryland.

During her studies, she played a pivotal role in coordinating New Student Orientation and provided Academic Advising to undergraduates in the College of Behavioral and Social Sciences. She also instructed UNIV100 alongside her education and was able to continue her passion for pedagogy here. Currently, as a UX Designer at Fidelity Investments, she continues to make significant strides in her field. Her return to the University of Maryland as an Adjunct Lecturer marks a full-circle moment in her career. Committed to bridging academia and industry, Kirtana ensures her students receive an education that aligns with current industry practices, empowering them to advance their careers with confidence and skill.

Research & Focus Areas