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Acceptance into an Integrated BS/PhD Program in Modeling and Simulation Engineering
Read more →As I head into the second semester of my junior year at Old Dominion University, studying Computer Engineering with a major in Modeling and Simulation Engineering, I’ll be continuing my education through an integrated BS/PhD pathway with a continued focus in Modeling & Simulation Engineering. What excites me most at this stage is the structure […]
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Where Milliseconds Matter: Enforcing Consistency in LLM-Generated Wrappers for Algorithm Benchmarking
Read more →As part of my ongoing research evaluating GPE-A (Goal, Performance, Exclusion-Architecture), a structured LLM prompting framework for simulation software development, I generate a large number of algorithm implementations. These span multiple dimensions: baselines, GPE-A prompts, hybrid prompting strategies, and different LLM models. To make meaningful, apples-to-apples comparisons between these implementations, the benchmarking tests must remain […]
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ODU Modeling and Simulation Teacher Workshop: Presenting My GenAI Simulation Research
Read more →On July 16, 2025, I had the opportunity to present my research at the Modeling and Simulation Teacher Workshop hosted by Old Dominion University faculty. I was very excited to be invited to participate in a session highlighting student research, as it gave me a chance to step back and reflect on a project that […]
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My First Conference Paper: Winter Simulation Conference (WSC) 2025
Read more →In January of 2025, the second semester of my sophomore year of my undergraduate studies, I began a line of research exploring whether generative AI could be used for performance-critical simulation software development. While much prior work emphasized syntactical correctness or developer productivity, this research focused on an arguably more pressing question: Can LLM-generated code […]
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Designing a Research Poster for the ODU Research and Creativity Expo
Read more →At the end of my freshman year at Old Dominion University, I joined a research project in the Civil and Environmental Engineering Department for the 2025 Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) People, Prosperity and the Planet (P3) National Student Design Competition. The P3 grant (SU840679) was awarded for “Production of lithium carbonate from geothermal brine by […]
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Shaping a Future-Ready Education: My Role in ODU’s General Education Reform
Read more →The General Education Review and Reform Initiative at ODU aims to create a student-focused, streamlined, and future-ready general education program. This effort will inspire learning, prepare graduates for success, and involve the entire ODU community in shaping its direction. Guided by feedback from students and faculty, assessment data, and an external review, the reform ensures […]
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Expanding My Academic Journey: Adding Minors in Applied Mathematics and Computer Science
Read more →I recently made an exciting addition to my academic path by formally adding two minors to my dual degrees in Computer Engineering: Modeling and Simulation Engineering and Electrical Engineering. These minors of Applied Mathematics and Computer Science complement my primary studies, with mathematics being the most significant. Why Applied Mathematics? One of the primary reasons […]
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The Great Backyard Bird Count 2025: My Experience
Read more →Last week, I had the opportunity to participate in the 2025 Great Backyard Bird Count, which took place from February 14th to the 17th. This event happens annually and bird enthusiasts from around the world participate to observe and document bird species. A Brief History of the Great Backyard Bird Count The Great Backyard Bird […]
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Celebrating an Unexpected and Meaningful Recognition
Read more →I’m incredibly honored and grateful to have been selected as a recipient of the 2024-2025 Faith and Hope Garcia Modeling and Simulation Scholarship. This recognition is very meaningful to me, and I’m excited to continue pursuing my passion for modeling and simulation. Receiving this scholarship was an unexpected surprise, and I’m truly grateful to add […]
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How I Used AI to Stay Competitive in the Zazzle Print-on-Demand Market
Read more →When AI tools like MidJourney and ChatGPT became available, I was excited to integrate them into my Zazzle business. Before generative AI, I relied on clipart from platforms like Creative Fabrica to create designs for products like invitations, business cards, and home decor. While this approach was effective, it had its drawbacks: I was limited […]