Curriculum Vitae

Intelligent & Autonomous Systems Computing Lab, MTSU · Murfreesboro, TN, USA

• •Developed autonomous robotic systems leveraging agentic AI architectures and the Robot Operating System 2 (ROS2) framework to enable fully independent operation
• •Applied reinforcement learning algorithms to optimize real-time robotic decision-making, path planning, and multi-agent coordination across diverse mission profiles
• •Contributed to applied projects including disaster-response robotics, where robots autonomously survey, map, and navigate affected environments with minimal human intervention
• •Integrated onboard sensors (LiDAR, IMU, cameras) with ROS2 nodes to build robust perception and navigation pipelines for real-world deployment

Evva Robotics · Remote

• •Designed, modelled, and built a humanoid robot for a startup
• •Integrated hardware components — servos, cameras, LiDAR, and LEDs — into a functioning software system

National Summer Transportation Institute (TDOT-sponsored) · Murfreesboro, TN, USA

• •Introduced and instructed high school students on robotic applications in transportation
• •Guided students through hands-on experience with unmanned aerial (UAV) and ground (UGV) vehicles
• •Organized field trips to companies integrating AI and robotics into transportation systems

MTSU Honors College · Murfreesboro, TN, USA

• •Designed, built, and programmed autonomous and non-autonomous Melty-Brain combat robots (3 lb Beetle weight class) for the National Robotics Challenge
• •Successfully defended Honors thesis, "The Machinations and Ethics of Autonomous and Non-Autonomous Melty-Brain Combat Robots," examining embedded AI, control systems, ethical frameworks, and safety protocols

MTSU Engineering Technology · Murfreesboro, TN, USA

• •Assist an NSF-funded research project applying robotics to strawberry farming
• •Fabricate components of the robotic arm used to transport harvested strawberries

MTSU Engineering Technology · Murfreesboro, TN, USA

• •Prepare, teach, and assist students in comprehending core engineering concepts
• •Operate and maintain lab machinery and equipment, including the Boss Laser Machine
• •Support the Engineering Technology chairman and lab technicians/operators on various projects

International Conference of Undergraduate Research (ICUR)

• •Presenting the paper "Melty-Brain Combat Robot via ROS2 and RL"

Southern Regional Honors Conference (SRHC)

• •Presented the research "The Machinations and Ethics of Autonomous and Non-Autonomous Melty-Brain Combat Robots"
• •Networked and answered questions about the project

Mech Tech, MTSU Engineering Technology

• •Presented research on carbon fibre for a class project (Materials Science)

Society of Manufacturing Engineers (SME) Robotics Club · MTSU

• •Serve as the electrical fabricator for three-pound combat robots
• •Compete in events testing the robots' durability, creativity, and strength

MTSU Debate and Literary Club · MTSU

• •Prepare and present arguments at state, regional, and national tournaments on various resolutions without prior knowledge
• •Previously served as Vice-President, working with members to fine-tune speeches and arguments

National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE) · MTSU Chapter

• •Assist in coordinating chapter activities, mentorship programs, and events that advance the academic and professional development of Black engineering students

Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE)

• •Engage with professional development resources, technical publications, and networking events in electrical and electronics engineering

MTSU Honors College · Murfreesboro, TN, USA

• •Coordinated and organized events for the Honors College
• •Served as a representative and leader for fellow students in the Honors College