Kaymie Nguyen
Wichita,KS
Overview
4
4
years of post-secondary education
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Tutor
GEAR UP
Haysville, Kansas
12.2025 - Current
- Developed personalized academic plans targeting individual learning gaps to improve student performance.
- Improved students’ understanding and problem-solving abilities in mathematics.
- Tutored students 1:1 and in groups, enhancing skills in algebra, geometry, and foundational math.
Telescope Operator
Lake Afton Public Observatory
Goddard, Kansas
07.2024 - Current
- Operated 16” reflector and 6” refractor telescopes to locate and document local and deep-sky astronomical objects.
- Captured and processed real-time imaging using live-stacking techniques in ASIStudio and SharpCap.
- Managed telescope systems to ensure proper syncing from computer programs.
Undergraduate Researcher
Neutrino Solar Orbiting Laboratory
Wichita, Kansas
11.2024 - 06.2025
- Developed Python tools and managed C++ software for 3U CubeSat data management and security.
- Tested satellite rotational axes to optimize and validate GPS signal acquisition.
- Contributed to the development of a space-based solar neutrino detector as part of NASA NIAC Phase III project.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Physics
Wichita State University
Wichita, KS 08.2024 - 05.2028
Skills
- Python
- JavaScript
- LateX/Overleaf
- HTML/CSS
- Linux Operating System
- SharpCap
- ASIStudio
Accomplishments
- Dean’s List (since 2024) | Wichita State University
- 2024 Science Student of the Year | Goddard High School
- National College Match Finalist (2023) | QuestBridge
Timeline
Student Tutor
GEAR UP
12.2025 - Current
Undergraduate Researcher
Neutrino Solar Orbiting Laboratory
11.2024 - 06.2025
Bachelor of Science - Physics
Wichita State University
08.2024 - 05.2028
Telescope Operator
Lake Afton Public Observatory
07.2024 - Current