Hung Huynh

Hung Huynh is an aspiring design engineer and entrepreneur currently studying at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), class of 2024.1 He served as President and Fundraising Lead for Engineers Without Borders at MIT from November 2020 to June 2023.1

Born in Vietnam, Hung describes himself as a first-generation, low-income college student with a personal mission to empower under-represented populations through sustainable development of economies and technologies.1 His passions include combating poverty, creating a carbon-neutral world, and inspiring others to make change.1

Education and Experience

• Education: Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Engineering Design at MIT (2020-2024)1
• Research: Involved in research at MIT since June 2021, focusing on affordable and sustainable 3D printed homes for developing contexts1
• Leadership: Served as President and Fundraising Lead for Engineers Without Borders at MIT (November 2020 - June 2023)1
• Previous Education: Attended Portage Northern High School and Kalamazoo Area Math & Science Center (2016-2020)1

Achievements and Interests

• Participated in programming competitions, reaching Silver league in USACO1
• Conducted research on nanotechnology and nanoscience through Pioneer Academics1
• Received awards such as the TKS Global AI Hackathon Top 10 & Best Prototype Award1
• Demonstrates interest in various fields including computer science, engineering, and sustainability1