Katherine Feng


Hi, I'm a First-Year Student at Washington University in St. Louis pursuing a B.S. in Computer Science and a minor in Women, Gender, and Sexuality Studies! I have a strong passion for the intersection between technology and gender and environmental issues.

EXPERIENCE

Washington University McKelvey School of Engineering

January 2024 - Current

Teaching Assistant

St. Louis, MO

  • - Led 40+ students in active-learning sessions and office hours in the fundamental operations of computers
  • - Utilized proficiency in C to support students and provide constructive feedback for class assignments
  • - Worked closely with faculty and TA team to cultivate positive and efficient learning environment

Cook Out

June 2023 - August 2023

Crew Member

Clemson, SC

  • - Served 200+ customers day-to-day at one of the most popular Cook Out branches
  • - Maintained high quality of customer service during high-volume, fast-paced operations
  • - Cleaned, sanitized, and organized dining and kitchen areas routinely and diligently

Clemson University School of Computing

June 2022 - July 2022

Research Assistant

Clemson, SC

  • - Researched dynamic fluid surface reconstruction using computer vision
  • - Investigated deep neural networks with Clemson's Palmetto Supercomputer
  • - Developed deep learning skills with PyTorch and gained valuable research experience in a lab setting

EDUCATION

Washington University in St. Louis

August 2023 - May 2027

St. Louis, MO

  • - B.S. in Computer Science.
  • - Minor in Women, Gender, and Sexuality Studies.
  • - Expected GPA: 4/4.00.
  • - Relevant Coursework: Linear Algebra, Multivariable Calculus, Data Structures and Algorithms, Intro to Computer Engineering, Logic and Discrete Mathematics, Intro to Systems Software, & Object-Oriented Software Development.

South Carolina Governor's School for Science and Math

August 2021 - May 2023

Hartsville, SC

  • - Honors: National Merit Finalist, AP Scholar with Distinction, National Rural and Small Town Distinction Award
  • - High School Experience: Udacity Nanodegree Certificate in C++, President of Women in Computer Science, Peer Tutor in Physics and Chemistry, Student Leader for Outreach

LEADERSHIP

SPARK! (SCGSSM)

August 2021 - May 2023

President

  • - Planned, managed, and taught interactive, engaging lessons in STEM subjects to over 100+ middle schoolers from across SC.
  • - Oversaw the creation and distribution of educational materials and a team of 20 Student Leaders
  • - Taught and led lessons in robotics, Chinese, Environmental Science, and Computer Science, and spearheaded an 8-week Python course.

Women in Computer Science

August 2021 - May 2023

President

  • - Founded outreach program for local, under-resources girls to build confidence and skills in web design
  • - Cultivated a supportive environment for female and non-binary identifying students throughout our STEM high school

GirlUp!

August 2021 - May 2023

Secretary

  • - Lead discussions to raise awareness around vital social and gender issues for student body
  • - Organized events with the local women's coalition including self-defense classes and Take Back the Night marches

Environmental Club

August 2021 - May 2023

Vice President

  • - Faciliated recycling programs for 300+ student dorms.
  • - Pioneered reusable shopping bag check-out program for students to use during daily supermarket trips.
  • - Raised awareness for sustainable lifestyles through community-building events including free clothing swaps.