Linda Wang
Student Chair @ CS-Can | Info-Can
Computer Science•University of Waterloo
About Me
3A Computer Science @ University of Waterloo
- •Scholar offered $170,000+ cumulatively in scholarships
- •AI Research @ University of Toronto, University of Waterloo
- •Innovator with patent pending
- •Student Chair and Board Member @ Computer Science Canada
Preparing research papers for conference submissionsUofT + UWaterloo concurrent research
Seeking Summer 2025 Opportunities"unemployed" isn't the summer vibe I'm going for :')
" The intersection of AI and human potential is where true innovation begins. "
" In the realm of computer science, every problem is an opportunity for creative solution. "
" Innovation isn't just about creating something new—it's about making a meaningful impact. "
Journey Highlights
Featured Projects
Clippy
AI-powered clipboard assistant that analyzes content and provides intelligent suggestions, including MatLab visualizations and Adobe design integration.
LuminAI
Revolutionary data interaction platform that transforms overwhelming information into intuitive visuals using Generative AI.
Harbor.ed
Emotion detection system using facial recognition and AI, paired with supportive text messages from virtual sea friends.
OPTimism
Vision care revolutionized through smart glasses, AI, and gamified system for healthy eye habits. Backed by scientific research and real-world data.
Awards & Recognition
Accepted Scholarships
$37,200
Total value of accepted awards
Total Offered
$141,500
Including declined offers
Professional Recognition
Co-op Student of the Year Award Nominee
2024RBC
Co-op Student of the Year Award Nominee
2023Broadridge
National Center for Women & Information Technology Award
2022NCWIT Aspirations in Computing
Winner - Recognition for computing and technology achievements
Innovation in Control Award
2022FIRST Robotics Competition
Ontario District Event Finalist
2022FIRST Robotics Competition
FIRST Dean's List Semi-Finalist
2021FIRST Robotics Competition
Fermat Math Contest
2021University of Waterloo
Certificate of Distinction and School Champion Medal
Cayley Math Contest
2020University of Waterloo
Certificate of Distinction and School Champion Medal
Scholarship Journey
Grace Hopper's Sponsorship
$3,000Grace Hopper Celebration
NCR Waterloo Opportunity Award
$1,000NCR
University of Waterloo Retiree's Award
$1,000University of Waterloo
Cenovus Energy STEM Scholarship
$20,000Cenovus Energy
Harvey F. Sullivan Award
$5,000University of Waterloo
Microsoft Women in Technology Entrance Scholarship
$2,000Microsoft
FIRST Canada Canadian Women in STEM Scholarship
$2,000FIRST Canada
Finalist
University of Waterloo President's Scholarship of Distinction
$2,000University of Waterloo
General Dynamics STEM Scholarship
$1,000General Dynamics
Middlesex Mutual Insurance Co. S.T.E.M. Achievement Award
$200Middlesex Mutual Insurance Co.
Schulich Leader Scholarship
$100,000University of Toronto
Declined - Chose to attend University of Waterloo
Fairfax Financial Award
$24,000University of Toronto
University of Toronto Scholar of Faculty of Arts and Science
$7,500University of Toronto
University of Toronto Scholar of Faculty of Applied Science & Engineering
$7,500University of Toronto
Dean's Merit Award
$2,500University of Toronto
Work Experience
Solutions Architect
- Upcoming position
- Will be working on enterprise architecture solutions
- Focus on cloud infrastructure and system design
Research Assistant
- Research in computer science and software engineering
- Contributing to academic publications
- Collaborating with faculty and other researchers
Research Intern
- Conducting research in computer science
- Developing innovative solutions
- Contributing to academic projects
Data Engineer (Amplify)
- Developed data engineering solutions
- Worked with big data technologies
- Implemented data pipelines and analytics systems