Ayalah

DESIGN THINKING · University of Miami

Ayalah: couture illustration of the Miami Art Deco skyline with palms in ink and goldAyalah

Livable artistry.

Nail art · Design · Commission

Passionate about couture concepts applied to something you actually live in.

Ayalah is a University of Miami Class of 2030 student studying design and innovation, having graduated high school with a 3.99 unweighted GPA. Trained in the Russian manicure and specializing in couture nail art, licensed in the state of Florida.

CURRICULUM VITAE

Selected work

  1. Community Admin

    University of Miami (2026 – Present)

    Freshman WhatsApp Community

    Admin for an unofficial incoming freshman WhatsApp community, moderating the group, answering questions and connecting new students before they arrive on campus.

  2. Volunteer Service, Semester Abroad

    Israel · Fall 2025

    Study Abroad Program

    Spent the semester abroad on a volunteer service program: community work, cultural immersion and language practice alongside coursework.

  3. Founder

    Ft. Lauderdale, FL (August 2023 – Present)

    Studybiz

    Launched a web platform for students to connect and share their study notes.

  4. Lead Editor

    Ft. Lauderdale, FL (August 2022 – May 2025)

    Maccabi

    Responsible for programming activities and leading groups of up to 50 kids. Helped edit and create the annual Maccazine publication.

  5. Landscape Design & Horticulture Intern

    Renton, WA (August 2019 – May 2020)

    Siren Designs

    Maintained the garden at CRMS school grounds, removing invasive species and adding new plants, under the mentorship of Diana Dauble.

  6. Camp Counselor

    Summer 2019

    Cedar River Camp

    Mentored students, helped organize camp activities and photographed students for the camp blog.

  7. House + Farm Sitter

    Renton, WA (June 2019 – January 2022)

    Independent

    Daily house sitting and pet supervision for three families, one a farm with goats, sheep and chickens.

Disciplines

  • Nail artistry (Gel, Gel-X, Russian manicure)
  • Graphic Design
  • Photography
  • JavaScript
  • CAD Software
  • Music Production
  • Spanish (intermediate) & Hebrew

Distinctions

  • Influence the Choice Videography Competition

    2020 · 1st Place

  • Gliders Track Team Regionals

    2019 · 4th Place

  • Super League Minecraft Gaming Competition

    2018 · 2nd Place

  • Encore Performing Arts Dance Team Award

    2015 · 2nd Place

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