Mrunali Vaidya Manohar
Mrunali Vaidya is a Student Worker for the School of Technology & Computing and an MSCS student at City University of Seattle. She has over 4.5 years of experience in full-stack software development, working with technologies such as Java, React, Angular, Python, and SQL. She is passionate about AI, modern application development, and building scalable, user-focused solutions. She enjoys learning new technologies and aims to grow as a Software Development Engineer.
Giridhar Gopi Krishna Dronamraju
Giridhar is a Student Worker for the School of Technology & Computing and a Master of Science in Computer Science (MSCS) student at City University of Seattle, expected to graduate in Winter 2027. With three years of experience as a Data Analyst, he has worked extensively with data visualization, reporting, and data-driven decision-making using tools such as Python, SQL, Tableau, and Power BI. His technical interests include Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Agentic AI, Large Language Models (LLMs), Cloud Computing, Cybersecurity, Data Engineering, and Full Stack Development. He is experienced with technologies including AWS, Google Cloud, Azure, React, Docker, Java, and Python, and holds certifications in Google Cloud, CompTIA Security+, and IBM Python. Giridhar is passionate about building scalable and secure systems that solve real-world problems, with growing interests in AI for healthcare and cloud-based intelligent applications. Known for being analytical, collaborative, research-driven, and detail-oriented, he enjoys mentoring others and continuously exploring emerging technologies. Outside of technology, he enjoys music, gaming, and fitness.
Clark Ngo
Clark is a Student Worker at the School of Technology & Computing and is studying MBA at CityU. Clark has interest in project management, process improvement, backend development, data, and AI. He has worked at Thomson Reuters, S&P, eBay, CityU, and a couple of startups. He has held roles such as financial analyst, Mandarin financial translator, program manager, software engineer, and IT consultant.
Vishal Krishna Kumar
Vishal is a Student worker for School of Techology & Computing Tech specializing in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning. With a deep technical focus on GraphRAG, agentic workflows, and 3D medical imaging, he builds scalable, data-driven solutions for complex research challenges.
As a student worker, Vishal manages technical operations for courses including leveraging his expertise in Python, Java, and Cloud Infrastructure to improve departmental efficiency. He is a detail-oriented collaborator dedicated to high-performance software development and reliable academic support.
Cuong (David) Vo
Cuong (David) Vo is a Teaching Assistant and Student Worker for the School of Technology and Computing and a Master’s student in Artificial Intelligence at City University of Seattle. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science and has experience in full stack development and data related projects. He has built retrieval augmented generation systems and has worked with technologies such as large language models, vector databases, and AWS. He is interested in applying AI and data driven approaches to real world problems while supporting student learning.
Sehee Ha
Sehee Ha is a Master's student in Computer Science at City University of Seattle. Her work sits at the intersection of music and artificial intelligence. She is part of the Smart and Secure Computing (SSC) Research Group, advised by Prof. Sam Chung. Her research interests include Automatic Music Transcription (AMT), Optical Music Recognition (OMR), and music perception topics such as absolute and relative pitch. Alongside her studies, she works as a Student Assistant at the School of Technology & Computing. Before her master's, Sehee spent 11+ years building a career in music. She worked as a freelance arranger and transcriptionist, a Music Editor at Sekwang Music Publishing, and a private piano and music theory instructor. She holds a B.A. in Music Composition from Ewha Womans University. Her background as both a musician and a technologist drives her interest in bridging the two fields.
Divakar Reddy Ravi
Divakar Reddy, is a Teaching Assistant and Student Administration Aide and a graduate student pursuing a Master of Science in Computer Science at City University of Seattle. With a strong interest in building practical, real-world technology solutions, Divakar focuses on areas such as Agentic AI, cloud computing, machine learning, and software development.
Divakar is a dedicated researcher and developer. Specializing in Artificial Intelligence, his work primarily focuses on Agentic AI, Multi-Agent Systems, and Natural Language Processing. He actively explores complex technical challenges, including LLM security and autonomous agent error recovery mechanisms.
Akshita Modi
Akshita Modi is a Computer Science graduate student at City University of Seattle with a passion for Cybersecurity, Artificial Intelligence, and solving real-world technology challenges. Alongside her studies, she works as a Student Worker and continues to grow both technically and professionally in the tech field. Before starting her master’s journey, Akshita worked as a SOC Analyst at HCL Technologies and Accenture, where she gained hands-on experience in threat monitoring, incident response, and cybersecurity operations. She is especially interested in how AI can transform cybersecurity by making systems smarter, faster, and more secure. Curious by nature and driven by continuous learning, Akshita enjoys exploring emerging technologies, collaborating with others, and building innovative solutions that create a meaningful impact.
Thao Hoang Bich Bui
Thao Hoang Bich Bui is a Student Worker at the School of Technology & Computing and a Master of Science in Computer Science (MSCS) student at City University of Seattle. Thao’s academic and professional interests include data analytics, full-stack development, and artificial intelligence, with a focus on building data-driven and scalable software solutions.
Thao earned an undergraduate degree in Business, which sparked an interest in how data and technology can drive smarter business decisions. Thao enjoys learning about applied AI, data-driven decision-making, and emerging technologies through coursework, research, and hands-on projects. Outside of studying and work, she enjoys playing board games with friends, tennis, and snowboarding.
Sumit K C
Sumit K C is a Student Worker (SW) in the School of Technology & Computing and a Master of Science in Computer Science (MSCS) student at City University of Seattle. He completed his bachelor's degree in computing and has one year of experience as a WordPress Developer. His interests include Full Stack Development, Artificial Intelligence, and Machine Learning.
