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In 20 words or less, what is the best thing about being part of this department?
The professors have to be the best thing about the math department.

What is your biggest piece of advice to first years and sophomores about getting connected to this department?
Sign up for our amazing Kristen’s email and come to tea time every Wednesday!

What is the most valuable thing you’ve learned at K?
The most valuable lesson I’ve learned is to challenge my limits. Without pushing ourselves, we’ll never discover our true potential.

What has been your favorite class at K?
My favorite class at K has been MATH-318: Topics in Topology with Dr. Hunter. This was my first proof-writing class, marking my first step into proof-writing and the start of my journey into abstract mathematics. Dr. Hunter fostered a supportive atmosphere through engaging lectures and thought-provoking discussions, making complex concepts accessible and exciting.

How have you taken advantage of the open curriculum or experienced breadth in your education?
While focusing on the STEM field, I found myself engaging in cross-disciplined classes such as psychology, Chinese, and gardening.

What experiential education opportunities have you participated in?
I completed an internship at a tech company and volunteered on a tech project at a non-profit company, where I applied coding knowledge to real-world projects. On campus, I’ve taken on a leadership role in the Computer Science Society, where I organize events and career sessions. Beyond academics, I am an avid rock climber and a cover dancer, which has taught me resilience, strategic thinking, and the importance of perseverance.

What is your SIP?
My SIP is to explore and implement parallel computing techniques and machine learning in Python.

What are your career aspirations/next steps after K?
My current career aspiration is to become a software engineer after K.

What is a random fun fact about you?
I have a brown belt in karate and have won both a gold and a silver medal in a city-sized competition in Hanoi.