Education

Old Dominion University

Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity

Minor in Computer Science

Expected Graduation: May 2025

My time at ODU has been about more than just completing requirements. It’s been a period of focused growth—technically, professionally, and personally. Below are a few standout courses and academic experiences that helped shape how I think, how I lead, and how I work under pressure.

CS 330 – Object-Oriented Programming and Design Patterns

This course pushed me to build clean, efficient code across multiple languages—Java, Python, and Rust. More importantly, it taught me how to think in systems and design with clarity. I learned to write test functions, use UML diagrams to model workflows, and apply core design principles like encapsulation and abstraction.

Example Work:

  • Multi-language project demonstrating inheritance and polymorphism
  • UML diagram with full documentation
  • Unit testing suite written for a custom application

PHIL 355E – Cybersecurity Ethics

This class was where my interest in ethical AI and global tech policy began to take form. It helped me see that cybersecurity isn’t just about protecting systems—it’s about protecting people. The work I did here directly informed my later research on generative AI risks.

Example Work:

CYSE 368 – Academic Internship

This was my most hands-on learning experience. I worked with state election officials and Election Office mentors through the CyberNavigator program, focusing on GRC-related challenges in real environments. It taught me how to apply theory under pressure and how to communicate clearly with non-technical stakeholders.

Example Work:

COVA CCI Research Program

In this research-intensive program, I explored policy gaps in generative AI and deepfake regulation. I conducted legal and ethical analysis, created sample datasets, and presented findings to stakeholders across tech and government sectors.

Example Work: