Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering

The Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering at Arizona State University is one of the largest and most innovation-driven engineering schools in the United States. With a strong emphasis on innovation, interdisciplinary collaboration, and real-world impact, Fulton Schools offer a dynamic environment that prepares students to become global technology leaders and forward-thinking problem-solvers.

The school comprises seven distinct engineering and technology-focused schools, each offering a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs. Students benefit from cutting-edge research opportunities, industry partnerships, and access to world-class faculty who are pioneers in engineering innovation.

Key areas of emphasis include:

Sustainable and resilient systems

Computing and data science

Advanced manufacturing and materials

Robotics and autonomous systems

Health and bioengineering

Cybersecurity and digital infrastructure

Located in the heart of the Phoenix metropolitan area, the Fulton Schools are deeply integrated into Arizona’s innovation ecosystem and play a vital role in supporting the region’s economic and technological development.

Engineering a better future for all.

Undergraduate Teaching Assistant

Arizona State University – Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering
August 2025 – Present
Tempe, Arizona

As an Undergraduate Teaching Assistant for CSE 310: Data Structures and Algorithms, I support students in mastering foundational computer science principles that are critical for success in both academia and industry. My responsibilities include:

Leading recitations and review workshops to reinforce core concepts such as time complexity, recursion, dynamic programming, trees, heaps, graphs, and hash tables.
Assisting students one-on-one during office hours, helping them develop algorithmic thinking and debug complex code in C++.
Grading assignments and programming projects, ensuring consistency and fairness while providing constructive feedback to support student growth.
Collaborating with the course instructor to design example problems and improve the overall learning experience.

Tools & Technologies

C++: Primary language used in coursework projects
Git & GitHub: For version control and collaboration
Canvas LMS: For assignment management and grading
VS Code: Common development environment for student support

Skills Gained & Strengthened

Technical communication and the ability to explain abstract concepts clearly
Data structure implementation and performance analysis
Problem-solving strategies for competitive programming-style questions
Mentorship and leadership in a peer learning environment
Attention to detail in code review and academic grading

Garrett Gibson

Undergraduate Teaching Assistant

Tools & Technologies

Skills Gained & Strengthened