Graduate Academics
Learning is my lifelong passion. In the fall of 2009 I began attending the University of Wisconsin - Madison to earn my Ph.D. in computer science. Through a breadth and depth of coursework and research, I hope to prepare myself to be a strong contributor to the field of computer science. At SIGCSE 2008, Ed Lazowska spoke on the need for computer scientists to solve a number of engineering challenges in the 21st century. Developing technologies that make a difference requires the expertise and perseverance of computer scientists like myself. I want to be a part of the next step forward.
Relevant Coursework
- Advanced Algorithms (CS 787; Fall 2010; E. Bach)
- Construction of Compilers (CS 701; Fall 2010; S. Horwitz)
- Advanced Computer Networks (CS 740; Spring 2010; A. Akella)
- Topics in Database Management Systems (CS 764; Spring 2010; J. Naughton)
- Advanced Operating Systems (CS 736; Fall 2009; S. Lu)
- Introduction to Computer Networks (CS 640; Fall 2009; P. Barford)
Research
My research area of interest is networking. I am currently performing research at the University of Wisconsin - Madison under the direction of Dr. Aditya Akella.
Teaching Assistant Roles
- Introduction to Programming (CS 302; Fall 2009; J. Skrentny)
- Introduction to Compilers (CS 536; Fall 2009; A. Mulhern)
Other Involvement
I am currently co-planning the Spring 2011 CS department's Welcome Weekend for prospective graduate students. During my first year of graduate studies a fellow CS graduate student and I were responsible for TGIF--a weekly department social event held on Friday afternoons. Some of our great theme weeks included a green color theme for Halloween, a tea party for the start of the annual Beard Off, an anti-valentine's day theme, and the Olympics.