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Old Dominion University College of Engineering. Norfolk, VA Aug 2022 - May 2024 M.E.M., Master of Engineering Management

Advanced Graduate Certificate: Biomedical Engineering Virginia Commonwealth University, Richmond, VA (Aug 2018–Aug 2022) Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Engineering

Minor: Mathematics

Certificate in Leadership Studies, VCU LEAD

RELEVANT COURSEWORK & SKILLS

Biomedical Engineering: Artificial Organs, Biomaterials, Biomechanics, Biomedical Applications of Plasma Medicine, Biomedical Instrumentation, Biomedical Signal Processing, Biotransport Processes, Device Design, Electrical Circuits, Mathematical Biology, Medical Image Analysis, Modeling & Simulation of Human Movement, Regenerative Medicine Engineering Management: Analysis of Organizational Systems, Cost Estimating & Financial Analysis, Engineering Law, Information Systems, Leadership for Engineering Managers, Operations Research, Project Management Technical Skills: Python, MATLAB, TinkerCAD, SolidWorks, OpenSim, NetLogo, ImageJ, Arduino Nano and Uno, C/C++ PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

ODU Batten College of Engineering & Technology Dean’s Office Norfolk, Virginia Graduate Research Assistant, Associate Dean for Research & Innovation (Sept 2022 – Present)

● Assists with data entry, record keeping, and quality assurance of the college’s historical data and the annual American Society for Engineering Education Survey for the Engineering Data Management System Sunsational Swim School (Apr 2023 – Present)

Private Swim Instructor

● Provided personalized swim lessons, adapting teaching methods to individual learning styles.

● Focused on building water confidence and imparting essential swimming skills in a one-on-one setting VCU Recreation and Wellness (May 2019–Aug 2022)

Water Safety Instructor, Headguard/Lifeguard, Facility Operations Attendant

● Designed and executed water safety courses, emphasizing fundamental skills and demonstrating effective leadership

● Led a vigilant lifeguard team, ensuring pool safety and conducting regular drills to enhance emergency response

● Managed gym operations, ensuring cleanliness, organization, and a positive environment for patrons. ACADEMIC PROJECTS

Trial on an Implanted Device as a Treatment for End-State Renal Failure to Replace the Functions of the Kidney, Fall 2023 Project Management, ODU Norfolk, VA

● Simulated project manager role to plan the first artificial kidney animal trial, applying a systematic approach to project management. Developed a comprehensive project outline, including objectives, business cases, milestones, risk management, and stakeholder engagement, demonstrating proficiency in project management concepts and tools. The Third Grand Challenge Competition to Predict In Vivo Knee Loads, Spring 2022 Modeling & Simulation of Human Movement, VCU Richmond, VA

● Completed the challenge provided by SimTK by using knowledge of gait analysis in OpenSim to determine muscle and joint contact forces. Arranged data of motion capture, ground reaction, EMG, tibial contact force, and strength data of a subject implanted with a knee prosthesis to determine differences and similarities between ‘normal’ gait. LEADERSHIP & STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS

Alpha Phi Omega Co-Ed Service Fraternity (Apr 2019–May 2022) President, Leadership Vice President, Sergeant at Arms, Active Member

● Actively participated in community service, fundraising, and leadership workshops.

● Progressed from Sergeant at Arms to President, overseeing meetings, ceremonies, leadership workshops, and successful community service initiatives.