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Mykhaylo Malakhov and Madagascar

In addition to his work with the Seabird Team, Malakhov is actively involved in additional research projects, leadership positions and experiencing his greatest joy by, as he says, “sharing the beauty of mathematics and the wonder of God’s creation with others.” Some of his accomplishments include assisting with the start of a computer science education program at Ruth Murdoch Elementary School, organizing the first-ever Putnam Competition team and preparation course at 老司机传媒, and leading out in a solar energy installation project in Madagascar with Engineers Without Borders. He currently serves as the vice president of the Andrews chapter of Engineers Without Borders as well as the mathematics president of eigen*, the Andrews math/physics club.

Malakhov plans to earn a PhD in mathematics and become a professor. As he wrote in his Goldwater scholarship application, his dream is to “conduct research that bridges the gap between pure and applied mathematics and engage underrepresented groups in the mathematical sciences at the university level.”

One of the most exciting aspects of engineering and computer science is the fact that the technical skills that are fostered in the classroom can be applied to solve real world problems. Many of the issues that cripple communities around the world can be overcome through the hands-on application of the principles that are taught in our own Engineering & Computer Science Department. It can be difficult to translate book knowledge into meaningful action, but Engineers Without Borders seeks to counteract this by providing opportunities for people to use their unique skills to empower communities and engineer a better world through mission oriented projects, Engineers without Borders activities, and other mission programs.

In the past 4 years our department has grown by 40% reflecting our strength and value.  We invite faculty, staff, students, parents, alumni, and supporters to join us in financial partnership and support for the Student Mission Fund. Our department is very fortunate to have such wonderful people in this quest and I am forever grateful to you all. Do not hesitate to give us your advice, wisdom, and prayers. Blessings to all!

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