Madison, Wisconsin, United States
As a junior in Chemical Engineering major at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, I am passionate about applying my engineering knowledge to solve global challenges and improve lives. I am eager to contribute to meaningful projects and gain hands-on experience within the field. I am currently a Process Engineering Co‑op at Green Bay Packaging’s Green Bay Mill Division, where I support mill-wide continuous improvement by running chemical trials, analyzing process data, and developing visual management tools that help operators and engineers make faster, more informed decisions. My work focuses on optimizing the dry end of the paper machine, improving system reliability, and identifying opportunities to enhance efficiency, quality, and cost performance across daily operations. At the University of Wisconsin-Madison, I am an undergraduate researcher for the Yin Lab where I study the possible uses for defective interfering particles by studying the effect of cells on virus infection. I design and execute controlled experiments to study virus–cell interactions, including growing BHK cells, infecting them with vesicular stomatitis virus, and quantifying infection kinetics. This work requires troubleshooting unexpected results, maintaining precise documentation, and validating findings through repeated testing. In my previous research, I focused on analytical chemistry, specifically quantifying catechins (polyphenols) in various cocoa powder brands. Working collaboratively, I developed a procedure to remove lipids from cocoa powder using vacuum filtration and sonication, which allowed for a more accurate analysis. We utilized spectrophotometry, HPLC, and uHPLC to measure catechin content and explored the health benefits of polyphenols in our findings. Additionally, I contributed to the Cersonsky Lab's research on molecular simulations aimed at predicting molecular conformations in crystal structures. My role involved developing simulations and creating potential energy diagrams using Python. I thrive in collaborative environments and excel in communication, organization, and time management. These skills, along with my attention to detail and problem-solving abilities, make me well-equipped to contribute to innovative engineering projects. I look forward to applying my knowledge and passion to real-world engineering challenges and growing within the industry.
The Process Engineer Co-op is directly involved in special projects designed to improve process efficiency and productivity. I work directly with the Production Superintendents, Quality Manager, and Process Engineers. The types of projects I work on include: · Process improvement, cost reduction, and optimization opportunities. · Chemical trials designed to increase quality and productivity. · Equipment start-up and optimization. · Statistical analysis of the finished product properties. · Involvement with customers regarding special trials or quality issues.
Assist in coordinating rehearsals, concerts, and special events, ensuring smooth logistical operations. Communicate with students, parents, and instructors to provide scheduling updates and answer inquiries Collaborate with artistic staff and volunteers to enhance the educational experience for young musicians.
Led hands-on STEM and robotics workshops for students in grades K–8, fostering creativity, collaboration, and problem-solving skills Designed and delivered engaging curriculum in areas such as LEGO robotics, programming (e.g., Scratch, Python), and engineering challenges. Managed summer camp counselors in assisting students, organizing projects, and forming connections with campers.
Managed and directed 10 junior golf instructors in mentoring 300+ children each week to enhance golf abilities and running activities to advance skills and knowledge of golf Organized and prepared for golf outings, including setting up registration, carts, and course materials Oversaw outside service staff and starter/rangers and ensured all tasks were completed