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Steven Rice

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    AI Researcher and Software Engineer

  • Education

    • Assumption College High School

      2013 - 2017
      High School Diploma International Baccalaureate 89.9% Average

      Activities and Societies: FIRST Robotics and Hockey

    • University of Windsor

      2024 - 2025
      Master of Science - MS Computer Science 95.4% Average

      • Artificial Intelligence Stream• Recipient of the prestigious Vector Institute Scholarship in Artificial Intelligence• Ontario Graduate Scholarship recipient

    • University of Windsor

      2017 - 2023
      Bachelor of Commerce - BCom Business Administration 85.53% Average

      • 87.5% Average in Supply Chain and Business Analytics Specialization Courses• 90% Average in Strategy and Entrepreneurship Specialization Courses• 84% Average in Finance Specialization Courses• 85% Average in Marketing Specialization Courses

    • University of Windsor

      2017 - 2022
      Minor Mathematics 88.17% Average

    • University of Windsor

      2025 - 2027
      Doctor of Philosophy - PhD Computer Science

      • Ontario Graduate Scholarship recipient

    • University of Windsor

      2017 - 2024
      Bachelor of Science - BS Computer Science 92.55% Average

      • Specialization in Artificial Intelligence• 96.5% Average in Artificial Intelligence Specialization Courses• 98% Average in Game Development Specialization Courses• 97% Average in Networks and Security Specialization Courses• 97% Average in Multi-Media Specialization Courses• Gold LEAD Medallion Scholar

  • Experience

    • Town of Tecumseh

      Aug 2013 - Sept 2021

      • Ran lifesaving, leadership, swimming, and Aquafit classes.• Responded to first aid situations. • Helped plan the layout of and run events.• Improved admissions tracking methods.

      • Lifeguard and Swim Instructor

        May 2016 - Sept 2021

      • Event Staff

        Aug 2013 - Aug 2019

    • FIRST Robotics Canada

      Sept 2013 - Jun 2017
      Lead Programmer

      • Mentored junior programmers in Java.• Developed digital twins for the team's robots in Unity.

    • University of Windsor

      Sept 2018 - now
      Graduate and Teaching Assistant

      • Created an artificial intelligence library and an automatic grading server for teaching students.• Taught artificial intelligence concepts, game development, networking, algorithms, and data structures.

    • AIS Technologies Group

      May 2019 - May 2020
      Software Developer

      • Lead developer for the company's Unity robotics and vision simulation platform.• Developed C# applications in ASP.NET and WPF.• Collaborated with cross-functional teams ensuring our simulation development met all team goals.• Communicated with both suppliers and customers to best provide simulation services.

    • Ground Effects Ltd.

      Sept 2020 - Dec 2020
      Software Developer

      • Automated the company's order confirmation process reducing completion time from hours to minutes.• Led development of the company's first ASP.NET project to streamline global plant site access.

    • Town of Tecumseh

      May 2022 - Mar 2024
      Facility Coordinator

      • Supervised, scheduled, and trained twenty staff members.• Developed software to automate shift logging and payroll calculations.

    • WASP Labs

      Sept 2022 - now
      Researcher

      • Researched and developed robot manipulation methodologies.• Leveraged deep learning, evolutionary methods, and large language models.

    • University of Detroit Mercy

      Jan 2024 - Apr 2024
      Adjunct Professor

      • Designed and taught a game development course focusing on Unity, networking, and AI techniques.• Mentored students on best practices in architecture, debugging, and design patterns, and version control.

  • Licenses & Certifications

  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Steven Rice
      Speaker at the "AI and Games Conference 2025" AI and Games Conference Nov 2025 • Presented a framework for utilizing AI in games to improve accessibility and approachability.
    • Awarded to Steven Rice
      Speaker at the "Windsor-Essex Google Developers Group DevFest 2025" conference Windsor-Essex Google Developers Group Nov 2025 • Presented how the future of robotics is shifting towards Python frameworks for enhanced AI development and integration.• Presented a framework for utilizing AI in games to improve accessibility and approachability.
    • Awarded to Steven Rice
      Panelist at the "2nd IEOM World Congress on Industrial Engineering and Operations Management" IEOM Society Oct 2025 • Member of the "AI in Manufacturing Panel" where I discussed how the future of robotics is shifting towards Python frameworks for enhanced AI development and integration into manufacturing processes.
    • Awarded to Steven Rice
      Speaker at the "Waterloo DevFest 2025" conference Waterloo.dev Oct 2025 • Presented how the future of robotics is shifting towards Python frameworks for enhanced AI development and integration.• Presented a framework for utilizing AI in games to improve accessibility and approachability.
    • Awarded to Steven Rice
      Ontario Graduate Scholarship Province of Ontario Apr 2025 • OGS is a merit-based scholarship.• Two-time recipient.• Value: $30,000 - $15,000 × 2
    • Awarded to Steven Rice
      Speaker at the "Windsor-Essex Google Developers Group DevFest 2024" conference Windsor-Essex Google Developers Group Nov 2024 • Presented how my research at the University of Windsor is proposing novel applications of large language models in areas they are known to be weaker in such as robotics and forecasting.
    • Awarded to Steven Rice
      Computer Science Graduate Scholarship University of Windsor Oct 2024 • Value: $4,000
    • Awarded to Steven Rice
      Speaker at the "52nd North American Manufacturing Research Conference (NAMRC 52)" SME Jun 2024 • Presented my research "Fusion IK: Solving Inverse Kinematics using a Hybridized Deep Learning and Evolutionary Approach".• Discussed digital twinning and simulations with other researchers, offering them guidance on their Unity-based projects.
    • Awarded to Steven Rice
      Gold LEAD Medallion Scholar University of Windsor May 2024 • The Faculty of Science introduced the LEAD Medallion Scholars program in 2018 to recognize students in good standing who have excelled beyond the classroom. To earn a medallion, recipients will have demonstrated Leadership, Engagement, Application and Discovery during your time in the Faculty of Science at the University of Windsor. Specifically, we are recognizing your participation in: • Leadership in on-campus and off-campus organizations. • Engagement through Service Learning or… Show more • The Faculty of Science introduced the LEAD Medallion Scholars program in 2018 to recognize students in good standing who have excelled beyond the classroom. To earn a medallion, recipients will have demonstrated Leadership, Engagement, Application and Discovery during your time in the Faculty of Science at the University of Windsor. Specifically, we are recognizing your participation in: • Leadership in on-campus and off-campus organizations. • Engagement through Service Learning or Study Abroad. • Application through an internship or co-op program. • Discover through undergraduate research. Show less
    • Awarded to Steven Rice
      Vector Institute Scholarship in Artificial Intelligence Vector Institute May 2024 • The Vector Scholarship in Artificial Intelligence supports recruiting exceptional students to AI-related master's programs in Ontario. A $17,500 entrance scholarship awarded to top students pursuing AI master's in Ontario university, these merit-based entrance awards recognize exceptional candidates pursuing a master’s program recognized by the Vector Institute or candidates who are following an individualized study path that is demonstrably AI-focused.• Vector Institute is an… Show more • The Vector Scholarship in Artificial Intelligence supports recruiting exceptional students to AI-related master's programs in Ontario. A $17,500 entrance scholarship awarded to top students pursuing AI master's in Ontario university, these merit-based entrance awards recognize exceptional candidates pursuing a master’s program recognized by the Vector Institute or candidates who are following an individualized study path that is demonstrably AI-focused.• Vector Institute is an independent, not-for-profit corporation dedicated to research in the field of artificial intelligence (AI), excelling in machine and deep learning. We work with institutions, industry, start-ups, incubators and accelerators to advance AI research and drive its application, adoption and commercialization across Canada.• Value: $17,500 Show less
    • Awarded to Steven Rice
      University of Windsor In-Course Scholarships University of Windsor Apr 2024 • Value: $3,000
    • Awarded to Steven Rice
      Computer Science Society Outstanding Teaching Assistant Award University of Windsor Computer Science Society Apr 2023
    • Awarded to Steven Rice
      John Carter William Scholarship University of Windsor Mar 2022 • Interest from this fund to provide awards annually to deserving full-time students registered in Chemistry, Biology, Mathematics, Engineering, Nursing or Business Administration.• Value: $1,000
    • Awarded to Steven Rice
      Co-op Rising Star Award Finalist University of Windsor Jan 2021 • This award gives recognition to one co-op student each semester who has made a unique contribution in the workplace and who has done an exemplary job of representing the Cooperative Education and Workplace Partnerships department within the broader community.
    • Awarded to Steven Rice
      World Powerlifting Congress Canada National Champion World Powerlifting Congress Canada Jun 2019 • 82.5 kg Male 20-23 Junior Raw• Established by Ernie Frantz in 1986. The World Powerlifting Congress consists of 46 countries worldwide that participate in an annual World Championships. We provide competitive and outstanding Powerlifting meets, and are successfully known as "a lifter's organization." We pride ourselves on the fact that the vast majority of our officials are active lifters who appreciate fair and consistent judging. The WPC supports the interest of the lifter with constant… Show more • 82.5 kg Male 20-23 Junior Raw• Established by Ernie Frantz in 1986. The World Powerlifting Congress consists of 46 countries worldwide that participate in an annual World Championships. We provide competitive and outstanding Powerlifting meets, and are successfully known as "a lifter's organization." We pride ourselves on the fact that the vast majority of our officials are active lifters who appreciate fair and consistent judging. The WPC supports the interest of the lifter with constant review of the rules. Show less
    • Awarded to Steven Rice
      Windsor University Faculty Association Scholarship Fund University of Windsor Sep 2018 • Awarded 1 for each undergraduate faculty and 1 "at large". Eligible students must be residents of Essex, Kent or Lambton counties who have not received a concurrent award greater than $2,000.• Value: $1,000
    • Awarded to Steven Rice
      World Powerlifting Congress Canada National Record World Powerlifting Congress Canada Apr 2018 • 170 kg Squat | 75 kg Amateur Male 18-19 Teen Raw• Established by Ernie Frantz in 1986. The World Powerlifting Congress consists of 46 countries worldwide that participate in an annual World Championships. We provide competitive and outstanding Powerlifting meets, and are successfully known as "a lifter's organization." We pride ourselves on the fact that the vast majority of our officials are active lifters who appreciate fair and consistent judging. The WPC supports the interest of the… Show more • 170 kg Squat | 75 kg Amateur Male 18-19 Teen Raw• Established by Ernie Frantz in 1986. The World Powerlifting Congress consists of 46 countries worldwide that participate in an annual World Championships. We provide competitive and outstanding Powerlifting meets, and are successfully known as "a lifter's organization." We pride ourselves on the fact that the vast majority of our officials are active lifters who appreciate fair and consistent judging. The WPC supports the interest of the lifter with constant review of the rules. Show less
    • Awarded to Steven Rice
      FIRST Robotics Scholarship University of Windsor Sep 2017 • Awarded to students with substantial involvement on a high school robotics team, holding a minimum average of 80% and accepted an offer of admission to a Computer Science degree program.• Value: $1,000
    • Awarded to Steven Rice
      International Baccalaureate (IB) / Advanced Placement (AP) Scholarship University of Windsor Sep 2017 • Students who have completed the International Baccalaureate (IB) Program who are entering a full-time undergraduate program at the University of Windsor directly from full-time high school studies with a minimum entering average of 80% will be considered for this scholarship.• Value: $1,000
    • Awarded to Steven Rice
      Odette Young Leadership Scholarship University of Windsor Sep 2017 • Several awards valued at $1,500 are available to first year students entering into the Odette School of Business directly from full time high school studies or as College transfers with an entering average of 80-89.9%. Recommendations made by the Odette School of Business. No application required.• Value: $1,500
    • Awarded to Steven Rice
      University of Windsor Entrance Scholarship University of Windsor Sep 2017 • University of Windsor Entrance Scholarships are available to students entering any first-entry, undergraduate program directly from their full-time Grade 12 or Canadian-equivalent high school year with an interim or final admission average of 85-89.9%.• Value: $1,000

  • Volunteer Experience

    • Reviewer

      Issued by IEOM Society International on Aug 2025
      IEOM Society InternationalAssociated with Steven Rice

    • Judge

      Issued by NASA International Space Apps Challenge on Oct 2025
      NASA International Space Apps ChallengeAssociated with Steven Rice

    • Event Staff

      Issued by Terry Fox Foundation on Sept 2024
      Terry Fox FoundationAssociated with Steven Rice

    • Hockey Coach

      Issued by Assumption College High School on May 2016
      Assumption College High SchoolAssociated with Steven Rice