Education
Kate Lennon
Kansas State University
May 2026 Graduate
kate@katelennon.com
katejlennon
IIDA & ASID Student Member
Certifications
NCIDQ In-Progress
IDFX Passed Oct. 2025
Awards
Pat J. Bosco Leadership Studies
Outstanding Senior Award 2026
MADE in Manhattan 2026 Finalist
IAID Outstanding Leadership in Interior Design Award 2026
Clifton Strengths
Learner
Technical Skills
Bachelor of Science in Interior Design (CIDA) College of APDesign
Kansas State University | Manhattan, KS
May 2026 | Cumulative GPA 3.90
Dean’s List
Minor in Leadership Studies
Staley School of Leadership
Kansas State University | Manhattan, KS
May 2026 | Minor GPA 4.00
International Study Experience
Three week study tour to United Kingdom Interior Design Program | Summer 2025
Experience
Interior Design Internship
May 2024 - August 2025
Working at Dwellings Interior Design to develop and model new retail construction electrical and schematic plans as well as custom upholstery and residential design solutions.
Undergraduate Research Assistant
August 2024 - May 2025
Working alongside faculty on an interdisciplinary team in the historical restoration of the Marlatt Homestead.
Undergraduate Teaching Assistant
August 2024 - May 2026
Providing in-class educational support and instruction to undergraduate Interior Design majors at Kansas State University.
Staley School Recruitment Officer
January 2024 - May 2026
Providing information to prospective students and their families regarding the benefits of Staley School programs and activities.
Leadership
iDesign Co President
August 2025 - May 2026
Planning and working with other executive members to engage Interior Design students in extracurricular activities.
IIDA Campus Chapter Secretary
August 2025 - May 2026
Coordinating and organizing with other leadership members to create beneficial events and provide efficient communication to other club members and the student body.
DIM Team Department Representative
August 2024 - May 2026
Representing the Department in Digital Information and Media meetings and advocating for the amplification of the department in APDesign social media.
IAID Student Council Leadership Team
September 2024 - May 2026
Engaging in dialogue with other student leaders alongside the department head regarding department events, happenings, and future plans.