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.

  • Looking ahead to AP Pre-Calculus

    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

    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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  • Helping farmers in the area

    Helping farmers in the area

    This summer, I will be working with two other students on a passion project focused on supporting local farms in our community. As someone who hopes to pursue a career in industrial engineering, I am excited to combine my interest in efficiency and problem-solving with an opportunity to make a positive impact on local businesses…

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  • Looking Ahead to the Northwestern Engineering Program

    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.…

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