Samuel Devassy

Offering strong foundation in relevant academic studies, combined with readiness to learn and grow in professional setting. Brings ability to quickly grasp new concepts and tools, enhancing technical proficiency and problem-solving capabilities. Ready to use and develop analytical thinking and collaborative skills in the GTRI Internship role.

AP Scholar With Distinction -2023-2024, Honor Roll/All A’s - Every school year, Certificate of Honor from Brookwood High School, Black Belt Certificate for Taekwondo in 2018, 2nd place in Science Fair County Level - 2022

I would like to pursue a degree in Computer Science with a focus on AI and Data Science. By learning computer science, I learn how to code in different situations, learning theories and methods that will be very useful in the development of AI models. Data science will help me to analyze different outputs and inputs of data, which is very useful in making sure that all planning of different projects is in accordance with the data available.

• Robotics - Team Captain currently
• Science Olympiad - Participated in Boyceville, GA Scrimmage, and Regionals
• Beta Club - Volunteered for Satisfeed and other food distribution events along with different events at school (Dance event, Scioly event (BISOT), Quiz Bowl event)
• Motorsports Club
• Math Team - participated in two math competitions with one online (AMC) and one at GSMST
• Science Honors Society, Spanish Honors Society, Math Honors Society, National Honors Society - joined in the different events to be more involved with each club
• Brookwood Naach/International Night - Danced for 2 years (including 2024-25 year)

• Tennis - I have been playing since 4th grade
• Part-Time Job at an ice cream store
• Guitar - I have been learning how to play it for 3 years
• Piano - Did it for4 years; Now I use it to make music
• Composing music - I have been teaching myself to make music on FL Studio for around a year now, and I have composed some music, but more as a practice.
• Research work - about teachers and their standard of living in Sierra Leone in collaboration with a professor
• Tutoring - Did it a few times when I was free

• Hard-Working
• Curious
• Competitive

My strength lies in my capacity to do my work independently. When confronted with a problem, I utilize all the resources I have to develop solutions. This helps me to understand the topic thoroughly and develop a conceptual understanding of the subject matter. To add on, I also have the motivation to take on challenges. I believe challenges are a part of personal growth, not something to discourage. I take obstacles as opportunities to enhance my skillset and acquire new knowledge. But, my time management is always at risk when I open myself to many opportunities. I want to dedicate my time to different events, clubs, and classes, but my schedule starts to fill up. There is no free time for other events and occasions that I would love to be a part of. This is where I have to learn to prioritize what items are important to me and which ones are not. As I start to develop this skill, I then start to give more time to other opportunities that are aligned with my passion and future aspirations. 

What makes me stand out is my ability to overcome the different challenges in my life. I love learning things thoroughly, not just the base idea. Applying it to real life scenarios and learning how to use it in different projects is what really interests me. So, I choose harder challenges because it helps me to accomplish this goal. It is difficult, but I tell myself that these challenges are for your own good. I believe that challenges motivate people to grow by refining and developing their skills and knowledge. This fundamental belief in my life inspires me to explore new opportunities and overcome obstacles with a positive mindset.