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Academics

My academic background reflects a balance between theoretical foundations and practical, real-world application.

Master of Science — Co-Terminal Program

Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute · Expected December 2026

I am currently pursuing a Master of Science in Computer Science at RPI through the co-terminal program, concentrating in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning. This past semester (Spring 2026), I achieved a 4.0 GPA while taking advanced coursework covering Quantum Computing, Machine Learning Projects, and X-Informatics.

The projects I completed this semester allowed me to apply AI to novel domains. In my Machine Learning Projects course, I built and evaluated models for complex, data-driven applications. In X-Informatics, I explored data science workflows, semantic technologies, and domain-specific informatics. Additionally, studying Quantum Computing gave me a foundational understanding of quantum algorithms, qubits, and how quantum mechanics can be leveraged for computational acceleration.

Beyond coursework, my master's focus centers on computer vision research. I am working on a hockey research project that leverages computer vision for sports analytics. As a lifelong hockey player, this project merges my technical interests in deep learning and object tracking with my personal passion for the sport, developing models to analyze player movements, puck dynamics, and on-ice statistics.

Bachelor of Science — Summa Cum Laude

Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute · Graduated December 2025

I graduated Summa Cum Laude (3.91/4.0) from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute with a Bachelor of Science, completing a dual major in Computer Science (CS) and Information Technology & Web Science (ITWS), along with a minor in Economics. My academic concentration was in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning. I was recognized as a Rensselaer National Merit Scholar, consistently named to the Dean’s Honors List, and inducted into the Gamma Nu Eta (ITWS), Upsilon Pi Epsilon (CS), and Epsilon Delta Sigma (Management) honor societies.

These two majors complemented each other exceptionally well. Through computer science, I developed a strong theoretical foundation grounded in logical and mathematical reasoning. Courses such as Machine Learning from Data and Data Mining allowed me to explore the fundamental techniques that underpin nearly all modern machine learning systems. Computational Vision further demonstrated how these concepts can be applied to real-world problems.

The ITWS curriculum pushed application much further. From the first semester onward, I was expected to produce deployable, presentable results. Across all five major-specific courses, I built full-stack web applications, deployed them publicly, and presented them to technical and non-technical audiences. This experience taught me not only how to code solutions independently, but also how to translate business requirements into effective technical implementations within a team setting.

I largely credit my professional success so far to this balance: computer science taught me how to think and solve problems, while ITWS gave me the tools to apply those skills in practical, professional environments.

Leadership at RPI

Extending academic excellence into active student leadership and peer mentorship at RPI.

  • Gamma Nu Eta (ITWS Honor Society) — President & Treasurer: Stepping into the role of President in Fall 2026, after serving as the organization's Treasurer for the Fall 2025 and Spring 2026 semesters.
  • Upsilon Pi Epsilon (CS Honor Society) — Alumni Chair: Serving as Alumni Chair since Fall 2024 to facilitate communication and networking between active student members and alumni.
  • Rensselaer Outing Club — Officer & Leader: Served on the club's Executive Committee and as the Backpacking Chair (April 2023 – April 2024), and actively serving as a Backpacking Leader since September 2023.
  • Epsilon Delta Sigma (Management Honor Society): Inducted in recognition of high academic and leadership achievements.

High School

St. Luke’s School, New Canaan · Graduated 2022

Prior to RPI, I attended St. Luke’s School, where I graduated Cum Laude as an FAA Scholar-Athlete. I was honored with the Headmaster’s Award and named a National Merit Scholar.

During my time at St. Luke’s, I discovered my passion for STEM and classical studies. I completed four years of computer science coursework, which prepared me exceptionally well for my undergraduate studies. In addition, I studied Latin for five years and explored a wide range of ancient history topics.

Athletics were also a central part of my high school experience. I competed in varsity hockey and lacrosse all four years, serving as captain of the hockey team during my junior and senior seasons. Through these experiences, I learned the importance of leadership, resilience, and the value of building strong teams. I also ran one season of cross country senior year, and boy, that was a different kind of hard!

Leadership at St. Luke’s School

Early leadership, athletics governance, and community discussions in high school.

  • Varsity Ice Hockey Team — Captain: Elected as team Captain for both my junior and senior seasons (Fall 2020 – Spring 2022), mentoring younger athletes and leading team organization.
  • Honor Council — Representative: Selected as a member of the school's Honor Council (the student government's judiciary branch) from Fall 2020 – Spring 2022, assessing infractions of the school Honor Code and determining restorative actions to support community values.
  • Community Goals for Learning — Discussion Leader: Facilitated structured, training-based student discussions from Fall 2020 – Spring 2022 on how issues surrounding race, religion, gender, and current events affect students on an individual basis.