Logan Kessler

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LOGAN

CS @ University of Kansas | ARISE AI Lab

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OBJECTIVE: Undergraduate researcher focused on developing resilient, low-power intelligent systems for real-world deployment. Motivated by a firsthand understanding that the world is not equally legible to everyone, and a belief that intelligent systems can close that gap.

Education

University of Kansas, School of Engineering

Bachelor of Science in Computer Science | Aug 2025 - May 2029 (Expected)

• Cumulative GPA: 3.78 | Kansas Heroes Scholarship Recipient

Relevant Coursework: Programming I (EECS 168), Programming II (EECS 268, in progress), Intro to Digital Logic Design (EECS 140, in progress), Calculus I (MATH 125, in progress), Intro to Linguistics (LING 106).

Relevant Experience

ARISE AI Lab, KU I2S

Undergraduate Researcher | August 2025 - Present | Lawrence, KS

Developed low-power, end-to-end edge AI models based on NVIDIA PilotNet.
Reworked architecture for variable throttle; currently porting models to embedded hardware (ESP32-class devices).

Team Steam Robotics (FRC)

Java Developer | September 2022 - May 2025 | Lawrence, KS

Programmed competition robots in Java across three competitive seasons.
Implemented AprilTags, autonomous path planning, and telemetry functions.
Assisted with swerve drive mechanics and trained new members in Java.

Lawrence High School IT Work-Study

Technical Support Intern | August 2024 - May 2025 | Lawrence, KS

Provided troubleshooting support for students and staff; managed networking and VoIP support.
Assisted with hardware upgrade rollout, imaging, and staff data migration.
Wrote macros for inventory data management.

Interests

• Education & Mentoring: Fostering team capability and outreach initiatives.

• Autonomous Vehicles & Drones: Focus on perception, control, and edge deployment.

• Human-Robot Interaction: Developing accessible interfaces for neurodivergent/autistic learners.

• Systems at Scale: Designing reliable pipelines for model deployment.

• Web & Mobile Development: Passionate about full-stack development.

• Wireless Technologies & Networking: Exploring innovative protocols and applications.

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