Meet your teaching staff

Foundations of Algorithms wouldn't be the same without them!

Senior Staff

Dr. Jianzhong Qi

Dr. Jianzhong Qi

Principal Coordinator

Associate Professor
School of Computing and Information Systems


Office Hours:

12PM Wednesdays, email for an appointment

Dr. Shaanan Cohney

Dr. Shaanan Cohney

Subject Coordinator

Lecturer, School of Computing and Information Systems
PhD, Master in Law, Piano player, mischief maker.


Office Hours:

1PM Mondays, Melbourne Connect, Superfloor (M)

Isabelle Ostrowski

Isabelle Ostrowski

Head Teaching Fellow

I am a first year PhD student in Physics with the experimental particle physics research group, working on the Belle II experiment. This is my fifth year working as a computing tutor and 7th semester tutoring COMP10002. Outside of studies I spend my time indulging in Melbourne food and coffee, doing some baking, and working with the University of Melbourne Postgraduate Physics Society (PPSS).


Fun Fact: I skipped the Taylor Swift concert despite having a ticket!
Rithik Rakesh

Rithik Rakesh

Production Associate

Hey! I am a first year MSc student in Physics with the Experimental Particle Physics research group. When Iā€™m not manipulating equations Iā€™m usually manipulating videos - I am passionate about cinematography and have also been doing VFX, editing and 3D animation for a few years now. I also am a committee member of the Filmmakers Collaborative at Unimelb.


Fun Fact: I have a different bone structure in my right hand which causes my right thumb to fold inwards in an odd way - I am incapable of making a perfect C shape with the index finger and thumb on my right hand.

Fellows

Lenny Bloom

Lenny Bloom

Teaching Fellow

I studied a bachelor degree of science with a major in Electronic Engineering at Melbourne University in 2012. I currently work as a professional tutor and tour guide of Melbourne. I look forward to teaching you programming.


Fun Fact: I can do a backflip
Alan Lu

Alan Lu

Teaching Fellow

I am currently studying for a Bachelor of Science majoring in Data Science. I am interested in finance and machine learning, and I work part time as a software engineer. In my free time I enjoy cycling, reading and origami. I look forward to meeting you all this semester!


Fun Fact: I won a guess the baby photo competition when I was in prep.
Enda Han

Enda Han

Teaching Fellow

Iā€™m currently a second year student intending on majoring in Pure Maths with a Diploma in Computing. In my spare time I like to play tennis, game, and sleep (which Iā€™m putting off because of this - whoops). Looking forward to meeting you!


Fun Fact: I'm lactose intolerant but addicted to bubble tea.
Harry Harper

Harry Harper

Teaching Fellow

Sure! Here is a short three sentence introduction for an algorithms tutor:
Hi, my name is [Harry]. I am an experienced tutor in programming with a passion for helping students understand complex concepts through simple, real-world applications. I enjoy long walks on the [Abdul Bari youtube channel] and candle-lit [Leetcode].
fact: Fun fact: My parents named me Henry, but my siblings decided to call me Harry. Guess who won.


Alex Gorddard

Alex Gorddard

Teaching Fellow

Hi, Iā€™m Alex!! Iā€™m currently in my final semester of my bachelor of science, actually majoring in Neuroscience, but Iā€™ve taken computing subjects as (fun) electives. Outside of uni I love reading, playing sports and camping. Canā€™t wait to dive into some algorithms with you all!


Fun Fact: I can touch my nose with my tongue!
Tracy Bu

Tracy Bu

Teaching Fellow

I (on the left) am a first year PhD student in Electrical Engineering and Physics in the OzGrav and Opinion Dynamics groups, studying gravitational waves and modelling opinions physically. In my spare time, I enjoy cooking fancy meals, running long slow distances, brewing and consuming coffee, playing Zelda, and playing fetch with Nano (on the right).


Fun Fact: My best friend ditched me and missed the Taylor swift concert despite having a ticket :(
James Doan

James Doan

Teaching Fellow

Hi! I am a third year undergrad majoring in Data Science. In my free time I scroll Reddit and cook. Currently working on perfecting my Vietnamese dishes! Hope you guys find FoA to be pho-nomenal!


Fun Fact: Most people have more than the average number of arms.
JiWon Bae

JiWon Bae

Teaching Fellow

Hi all! I completed my BSc in Computing and Software Systems in 2023 and this is my second semester as a TF for Foundations of Algorithms. FoA was my favorite subject, and I hope it becomes your favorite too. I also play the piano and am learning drums currently!


Fun Fact: I have a "food of the month" where I really enjoy a dish and decide to have it every day for a month. This month, it's natto.
Violet Zheng

Violet Zheng

Teaching Fellow

Hi! Iā€™m a second year undergrad student majoring in computing & software systems. This is my first semester teaching FoA. Besides that, I love playing guitar and travelling!


Fun Fact: I have a dog named after Percy Jackson.
Rose-Maree Locsei

Rose-Maree Locsei

First Year Fellow

Hello! Iā€™m Rose, a third year Pure Maths major. Iā€™ve been teaching computer science for 2 years, while also working at the ERC library and in STEM outreach. I love socialising, going out for coffee or a meal, playing 500 with my friends, and listening to podcasts.


Fun Fact: I'm super into pop culture. My favourite pop culture podcast is Every Outfit, and I am currently reading Down the Drain by Julia Fox.
Anh Chau

Anh Chau

First Year Fellow

Hey! I graduated in 2022 with Computing and Software Systems and came back last year as Comp10002 was one of my favourite subjects. A lot of debugging to do together this semester. :D


Fun Fact: I once made a website to visualize how searching algorithms work since I couldn't see how they differs from one another.
Daksh Agrawal

Daksh Agrawal

First Year Fellow

Hi! Iā€™m a second-year BSci Data Science Student. This is my first-semester teaching. In my free time, I love playing table tennis and sitting alone in the parks, just enjoying the vibes. Looking forward to meeting you soon!


Fun Fact: I won a speaker at the first-year centre launch party, which I named after Dr Cohney. See you at the first-year centre!
Tugsgerel Lkhagvasuren

Tugsgerel Lkhagvasuren

First Year Fellow

Hello everyone! I completed my Bachelorā€™s degree in Data Science last year and am currently embarking on my Masterā€™s degree journey. This marks my third semester instructing this subject. During my free time, I enjoy hiking and strolling through the woods. Looking forward to meeting you all!


Fun Fact: My name (Tugsgerel) means "perfect light".