Kahnrad Braxton
Brooklyn,MD
Summary
PhD candidate in Mathematics experienced in modeling and implementation seeking opportunities to utilize analytical skills.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Teaching Assistant
Johns Hopkins University
08.2023 - Current
- Led "Linear Algebra" undergraduate course instruction for 50+ students across multiple sections
- Performed curriculum development and group think tank facilitation
- Enhanced the learning experience for undergraduate students through dedicated and accessible office hours, ensuring students received personalized support and guidance
Online Support Assistant
University of Pennsylvania
10.2020 - 05.2022
- Managed 17 non-credit online courses within the School of Engineering
- Oversaw daily responsibilities for a team of 25 teaching assistants
- Collaborated closely with the Associate Director of Course/Business Operations to create the online course "Urban Transit" and enhance the effectiveness of all online courses
Research Intern
University of Notre Dame
05.2021 - 07.2021
- Conducted independent research, meticulously examining the three models of differential geometry (Hyperbolic, Spherical, and Euclidean)
- Authored a paper titled "The Geometry of Curves, Some Examples" that incorporated insightful analyses and compelling examples derived from my research
- Presented the paper's findings to both the professor and fellow interns, which identified the length-minimizing curves on spherical and hyperbolic spaces
Education
Ph.D. - Mathematics
Johns Hopkins University
05.2028
Master of Arts - Mathematics
Johns Hopkins University
05.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Mathematics
University of Pennsylvania
05.2022
Skills
- Python
- Java
- Research
- Mathematical and Statistical Modeling
Accomplishments
- 08/2022, Present, Kelly Miller Fellowship, The fellowship recognizes outstanding incoming graduate students from underrepresented backgrounds who contribute to the intellectual life of the department and the broader graduate community
- 05/2021, 07/2021, Student Research Opportunities Program Fellow, Accepted into Notre Dame's summer graduate research program with full funding
Timeline
Teaching Assistant
Johns Hopkins University
08.2023 - Current
Research Intern
University of Notre Dame
05.2021 - 07.2021
Online Support Assistant
University of Pennsylvania
10.2020 - 05.2022
Ph.D. - Mathematics
Johns Hopkins University
Master of Arts - Mathematics
Johns Hopkins University
Bachelor of Arts - Mathematics
University of Pennsylvania
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