Experiences
A timeline of everything I've done beyond the classroom
MechMania — Engineering Competition
MechMania
Competed in MechMania, a mechanical engineering competition where teams design and build automated systems to shoot pucks into goals — most points wins. Led the initial planning session that pivoted the team toward the conveyor belt mechanism concept. Fully built the controller system from scratch alongside peers. At the final competition, went undefeated through a full ladder tournament format, defeating all 11 opposing teams to claim First Place out of 12 teams total.
Volunteer Advisor
Global Heart Sync
Served as a Volunteer Advisor at Global Heart Sync.org from March to May 2026, contributing advisory support and strategic guidance to the organization's initiatives.
EurekaHacks — Hackathon Participant
EurekaHacks
Competed at EurekaHacks where the team built LangLua — a Chrome extension and React web app that turns passive web browsing into language immersion by replacing words on any page with real-time translations, AI-powered definitions (Gemini), and ElevenLabs pronunciation. Gamified with a credit and streak system across 10 supported languages.
HackCanada — Hackathon Participant
HackCanada
Competed at HackCanada, one of Canada's national hackathons. Built Waypoint — an AI-powered case memory platform for social workers using Next.js, Auth0, Supabase, ElevenLabs, and Google Gemini. Placed Top 7th Overall in the General Track out of all competing teams.
Math Circles Participant
Math Circles (University Program)
Participated in Math Circles, an advanced mathematics enrichment program, from December 2025 through April 2026. Engaged with challenging problem sets across number theory, combinatorics, and proof-based mathematics.
Hack the Valley — Hackathon Participant
Hack the Valley
Competed at Hack the Valley 2025. Built Lyra Tutor AI — a Discord-integrated teaching assistant powered by real-time AI APIs. Focused on backend API integration and interactive AI functionality.
Admin Developer
Tidal Tasks AI
Building admin systems and features for an AI-powered task management startup.
Soil Testing Intern
University of Waterloo
Research experience in soil analysis, stress-strain plotting, and MATLAB data visualization.
MLU File Organizer
Martin Luther University
Document organization and administrative support in a university office environment.
Distro Volunteer
Wilfrid Laurier University
Inventory management, package handling, and logistics coordination for campus distribution.
Volunteer
KW Humane Society
Animal care, facility maintenance, and community outreach support at the local humane society.
Tennis Team
School Athletics - 7th WCSAA
Competitive school tennis with tournament experience including 7th place WCSAA finish.
Badminton Team
School Athletics - 4th Falcon Tournament
School team badminton with tournament placements including 4th at Falcon Tournament.
Flute — Jr. Band
School Music Program
Ensemble performance and musical development through school band program.
Lifeguard Lessons
Swimming Certification
Complete swimming certification including lifeguard training, CPR, and first aid.