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Nandhini Krishnan

Computer Science Major, Machine Learning Concentration, Math Minor, Global Poverty Minor, Global Terrorism Minor

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Computer Science Major

I am a current junior at the University of Maryland - College Park studying Computer Science with a concentration in Machine Learning and minors in Math, Global Poverty, and Global Terrorism. I have a strong interest in utilizing my technical background in order to drive necessary changes to improve national security and address issues and struggles that poverty creates.

What I do

Current Involvement

Technica

Technica is the World's Largest Hackathon for Under-represented genders that takes place at the University of Maryland. The purpose of the hackathon is to create a safe space for people of minority genders to learn more about computer science, explore the field, and meet like minded individuals. For the last 2 years I have been in charge of coordinating mentors and volunteers for the event.

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Bitcamp

Bitcamp is a 36 hour hackathon at University of Maryland. As a member of the expereince team, I work to ensure hackers and participants have a fun and enjoyable expereince. Furthermore, I work with organizing opening and closing ceremonies, swag shipments, and events for day of operations.

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Model Congress

Model Congress is a student organization on campus that aims to put on model congress conferences for high school students in the DMV area. The conferences are opportunities for High School students to learn more about congress and the process of creating legislation. For the last 2 years I have been in charge of coordinating the conference and workshops for the conference.

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STICs

As a Co-Education Coordinator, I help with organizing the STIC courses at the University of Maryland. STIC courses are student taught courses under various departments within the university. I help with the organization and faciliation of these courese and encourage netowrking as well.

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My Resume

Working Experience

Aug 2021 - Present

Teaching Assistant

University of Maryland, College Park, MD

Teaching Assistant for UMD Scholars Public Leadership CPPL100. Leading Discussions in Current Events and unpacking the greater issues that stem from them as well as analyzing how leaders handle situations and means of improvment or changes.

Jan 2021 - Present

Head Teaching Assitance

University of Maryland, College Park, MD

Design and Teaching a 1 credit computer science class at UMD (CMSC389T) on Github, Project Management.

Jun 2021 - Aug 2021

National Security Segment Intern

Guidehouse, Washington D.C.

Supported generating reports advising industries on appropriate cyber security hygiene and precautions. Worked on data analysis with regards to cyber hygiene for the US government and supportive initiatives to increase machine learning use to improve cyber security.

Jan 2021 - May 2021

Teaching Assistant

University of Maryland, College Park, MD

Teaching Assistant for UMD Scholars Public Leadership CPPL101. Lead a group of students tasked with creating a grant application and distributing $5,000 to a qualified nonprofit that worked towards improving social justice issues in the DMV area.

May 2020 - Mar 2021

Software Engineering Intern

Milk Crate, Philadelphia, PA

Software Engineer working on web and app development for Milk Crate. Analyzed data through Google Data Studio to produce charts and tables for clients to track customer data. Developed backend endpoints for new features working with the Bend database and MongoDB.