Alexander Kalis

Strong foundation in computer and data science, with hands-on experience in software development and coding principles. Equipped to contribute effectively in dynamic environments, while continuously seeking opportunities to enhance analytical thinking and technical skills. Eager to take on new challenges and pursue opportunities for growth.

Delta Tau Delta, Madison, WI, Philanthropy Chair and Recruitment Chair, 

10/22 - Present,

• Coordinated fundraising events that raised over $11,000 for JDRF research, supporting diabetes research and community health.
• Implemented innovative recruitment strategies, significantly boosting chapter membership.
• Developed skills in leadership, event management, and strategic planning, emphasizing a dedication to making a positive impact in the community.

Humorology Director, UW-Madison, Cast Director, 

08/23 - 04/24,

• Selected to direct a cast of over 150 members on a director board of 15 directors to acquire donations, organize fundraising events with local businesses
• Raised over $85,000 towards Logan's Heart and Smiles, a non-profit organization that provides home modifications for disabled children.

SkyLink, 04/23

• Developed a JavaFX-based airline management system backend using an undirected weighted graph for flight data (distance, cost).
• Integrated Dijkstra's algorithm to calculate and display the shortest flight paths, enhancing route optimization.
• Streamlined data processing to ensure efficient real-time computations for flight path selection.

Q-Learning Agent for FrozenLake, 04/24

• Built an AI agent for the FrozenLake-v1 environment to navigate a grid and find the best path using reinforcement learning.
• Used a trial-and-error approach (epsilon-greedy strategy) to teach the agent optimal decisions.
• Adjusted key settings (learning rate and discount factor) to improve performance, with Python scripts for updating the agent’s decision-making process.