Brown-RISD Master of Arts in Design Engineering

Francesca Holland is an engineer and fine artist from Middlebury, Connecticut who aspires to creatively solve problems impacting the environment and public health. Francesca received her Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering and her Studio Art Minor from the University of Connecticut (UConn) in 2019. In 2017 she studied art abroad at the International Studies Institute in Florence, Italy. Francesca has five years of industry experience primarily as a Senior Electrochemical Systems Engineer at General Dynamics Electric Boat (GDEB) focusing on corrosion mitigation cathodic protection of Naval nuclear-powered submarines. She is beyond excited to collaborate with others who are passionate about making a difference at the intersections of art, design, science and engineering.