Journal Entries
Notes, experiments, and reflections from my research on inefficiency in everyday systems. My goal is to find practical solutions to these problems and explore how they can be improved.
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Pre-calculus semester one summer
One of my goals this year was to earn an A in Precalculus, and finishing the first semester with that grade felt incredibly rewarding. The class challenged me with new topics that required patience, consistent practice, and a different way of thinking than previous math courses. There were definitely times when concepts didn’t click right…
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Northwestern Final Project
I am excited to finally complete the Northwestern pre-college course. I have learned so much through its thoughtful lessons and interactive activities, making me become in love with engineering. My final capstone project over improving outdoor workers safety in the extreme heat is written below. Hope you enjoy! Construction workers, farmers, and other outdoor laborers…
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Looking ahead to AP Pre-Calculus
One goal I set for myself this semester was earning all A’s. I’m proud to say that I accomplished that goal through hard work and consistency. While I’m happy with the result, I see it as one step in a much larger journey toward my future career. This summer, I decided to take AP Precalculus…
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Starting my own school club
One of the most exciting opportunities I have had this year is helping co-found a Financial Literacy Club at my school. As someone who is interested in leadership, organization, and helping others develop important life skills, I am excited to serve as the club’s Vice President of Operations. Financial literacy is a topic that impacts…
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Looking Ahead to the Northwestern Engineering Program
Currently, I’m planning to participate in Northwestern University’s engineering program over the summer, and I’m especially interested in how it will help me better understand real-world systems. Up to this point, most of my knowledge in industrial engineering has come from personal observations and research that I have been able to conduct on my own.…