TenMo: Funds Transfer Application - created both the client and server sides of a funds transfer program that utilized OOP Principles, Java, JSON, PostgreSQL, Spring Boot, JUnit, and Integrated Testing. The client side allows users to consume the server side API to create an account, login, check balance, see past and current transfers, and send, accept, and reject requests. The server side retrieves, sends, and updates information from a database and restricts access to personal information… Show more TenMo: Funds Transfer Application - created both the client and server sides of a funds transfer program that utilized OOP Principles, Java, JSON, PostgreSQL, Spring Boot, JUnit, and Integrated Testing. The client side allows users to consume the server side API to create an account, login, check balance, see past and current transfers, and send, accept, and reject requests. The server side retrieves, sends, and updates information from a database and restricts access to personal information and the types of transfers that can be created or updated.Random Dinner Generator - creating a command line program utilizing OOP Principles, Java, PostgreSQL, Spring Boot, JUnit, and Integrated Testing. The software takes parameters for dinner suggestions, builds a list of possible options from a database of restaurants and recipes to suggest what to have for dinner. The program will integrate a previously completed side project for converting recipes from volume to mass if prompted.Vending Machine Application - created a command line vending machine program that utilized OOP Principles, Java, File I/O, and JUnit. The software is able to load and maintain inventory, provide change, log user activity, accept user input, and allows the “owner” to stock, remove inventory, and create sales logs. Show less

Built and grew a tie-dye business with individuals with differing abilities by integrating social and recreational goals with a business plan.Developed and maintains the website, social media platforms, and online store sales. Distributed over 2,000 locally made products across the United States and overseas. Drove online sales from $0 to over $20,000 in under a year. Established over 20 new selling/buying partnerships for products across the United. Negotiated and developed… Show more Built and grew a tie-dye business with individuals with differing abilities by integrating social and recreational goals with a business plan.Developed and maintains the website, social media platforms, and online store sales. Distributed over 2,000 locally made products across the United States and overseas. Drove online sales from $0 to over $20,000 in under a year. Established over 20 new selling/buying partnerships for products across the United. Negotiated and developed purchasing agreements, coordinated product inventory, and strengthened partnerships through continuous and transparent communication.Managing day-to-day operations: including inventory, product development, and training employees with various backgrounds and abilities Show less

Mentored students in the classroom and the laboratory. Taught various classes including “independent research” where students could do their own novel research and present findings at local and national conferences.Developed an Advanced Topics in Biochemistry course where students not only learned about pharmaceutical classes but also presented current research on drug design and discovery.Expanded my influence outside the classroom by taking part in faculty senate and search… Show more Mentored students in the classroom and the laboratory. Taught various classes including “independent research” where students could do their own novel research and present findings at local and national conferences.Developed an Advanced Topics in Biochemistry course where students not only learned about pharmaceutical classes but also presented current research on drug design and discovery.Expanded my influence outside the classroom by taking part in faculty senate and search committees, leading student organizations, and coaching the university’s rugby team. Show less