GPA: 3.58 / 4.0 · Presidential Scholarship

Developed a Python tool to analyze amino acid sequences, identifying palindromic patterns and generating reports on their evolutionary significance.

• Reduced runtime by 600× compared to the previous algorithm through optimized string manipulation and multithreaded computation
• Implemented filtering methods to eliminate erroneously detected palindromes in repeat sequences
• Generated graphical visualizations to aid in heuristic analysis and highlight loci of interest
• Integrated support for standardized biological data formats through appropriate libraries

Organized a regional coding competition with 100+ participants, collaborating with peers to develop, test, and refine challenging algorithmic problems.

• Designed problems across a range of difficulty levels for diverse participant skill sets
• Created and tested large datasets to validate problem constraints and edge cases
• Managed real-time databases for tracking submissions and competition progress
• Coordinated event planning, logistics, and participant support

Completed the foundational preclinical curriculum in osteopathic medicine, emphasizing basic medical sciences and osteopathic treatment principles.

• Studied anatomy, physiology, biochemistry, pathology, pharmacology, and microbiology
• Gained hands-on experience in clinical skills: physical examination, history taking, and osteopathic manipulative therapy (OMT)
• Participated in labaratory sessions and cadaver dissections to enhance anatomical knowledge
• Integrated osteopathic philosophy into clinical practice with a holistic approach to patient care

Assisted in over 20 vascular surgeries over three days.

• Managed patient chart flow between triage and doctors, reducing administrative overhead
• Sterilized and organized surgical supplies for operating room efficiency
• Maintained strict adherence to sterile techniques and surgical protocols

Completed a month-long shadowing experience through Austin College, rotating through multiple hospital departments to gain insight into medical workflows and interdisciplinary communication.

• Observed doctors, nurses, and patients in 6+ departments, including emergency, surgery, internal medicine, and psychiatric facilities
• Followed patients through multiple departments, gaining a complete view of their journey from admission to diagnosis, treatment, and recovery
• Gained firsthand exposure to patient care, diagnostic procedures, and treatment decision-making
• Studied how hospital departments function independently and collaboratively to provide comprehensive care

Clinical and surgical shadowing with orthopedic surgeon Dr. Haslam, gaining firsthand exposure to orthopedic patient care and surgical procedures.

• Observed diagnosis, treatment, and management of musculoskeletal conditions and injuries
• Gained insight into surgical techniques, intraoperative decision-making, and post-operative care
• Studied use of medical imaging and diagnostic tools in orthopedic assessments

• Studied propositional and predicate logic, proof techniques, truth tables, and logical equivalences
• Gained proficiency in Boolean algebra and number theory and their applications in programming
• Analyzed logical expressions and their normalized forms
• Applied predicate logic to formalize problems and translate them to software

• Studied concurrent processes and synchronization: semaphores, mutexes, and condition variables
• Explored interrupt handling mechanisms and their role in system performance and responsiveness
• Analyzed process scheduling algorithms and resource allocation strategies
• Examined kernel architectures, interprocess communication, file systems, and networking

• Gained insight into internal CPU operations, including the fetch-decode-execute cycle and pipelining
• Explored CPU performance optimizations through caching and cache coherency protocols
• Analyzed memory management: virtualization, address translation with page tables, and segmentation
• Developed understanding of low-level system interactions and their impact on software performance

• Implemented data structures: ArrayList, LinkedList, Stack, Heap, and various trees
• Designed and optimized algorithms for searching, sorting, and traversal operations
• Analyzed algorithmic complexity and applicable trade-offs in performance and memory
• Developed proficiency in Java, object-oriented design, and memory management

• Gained proficiency in network protocols, subnetting, and VLAN configuration
• Manually configured Cisco routers and switches, including routing protocols and access control lists
• Implemented network security measures, troubleshooting techniques, and performance optimization
• Acquired knowledge necessary to earn a Cisco certification

• Implemented update/render cycles, collision detection, and entity management in C# / XNA
• Developed game clones with custom-built tooling including level editors and procedural generation
• Optimized mass-entity collision detection using quadtree spatial partitioning
• Gained experience with game architecture, physics simulation, and user input handling

Extensive hands-on experience with 3D printing, developing a deep understanding of CNC motion systems, firmware, and engineering principles.

• Gained expertise in CNC kinematics and calibration techniques
• Worked with various firmware and slicing software, tuning parameters for optimal print quality, speed, and precision
• Applied dimensioning, tolerances, and stress distribution to design functional parts
• Understood material properties: strength, thermal, and hygroscopic characteristics of plastics and composites
• Integrated electrical engineering concepts: stepper motor drivers, power management, temperature control
• Designed and fabricated custom enclosures, brackets, and components with Fusion 360 and FreeCAD
• Troubleshot hardware and software for high-temperature extrusion and adaptive build plate mesh generation

Facilitated collaboration between nonprofits and on-campus groups to connect students with volunteer opportunities.

• Acted as liaison between student organizations and nonprofits for volunteer placement
• Organized service events including educational programs for K-12 students and art auction fundraisers
• Managed event logistics, volunteer coordination, and outreach

Assisted in general chemistry, organic chemistry, and biochemistry labs over multiple semesters.

• Prepared lab sessions, demonstrated techniques, and supervised student equipment use
• Enforced lab safety protocols and managed incident paperwork

Served as mentor and resource for 20+ students, assisting with academic transition to college life.

Designed and implemented an engineering curriculum for refugee students' career pathways program.

• Developed hands-on activities covering circuit building, Arduino programming, and coding
• Designed interactive lessons to make engineering accessible to underrepresented communities

Maintained a safe and organized laboratory environment for chemistry students while managing chemical inventory and laboratory setup.

• Cleaned and sterilized lab spaces after experiments to ensure a safe working environment
• Prepared and set up lab materials for upcoming sessions to facilitate smooth experiment operation
• Monitored and managed chemical inventory, ensuring proper labeling, logging, and storage
• Transported chemicals and materials to research labs while adhering to safety regulations

Servant leadership fraternity; served as Apparel Chair responsible for coordinating event logistics and equipment management.