Hi! I'm Coleman Pagac

I'm a

AI Enthusiast | CS Student | Building the Future, One Line of Code at a Time.

I'm a Senior studying at Drake University, pursuing a BS in Computer Science and a BS in Artificial Intelligence with minors in Cybersecurity and Information Systems.

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About Me

Hey there! 👋

As a Senior at Drake University, I'm passionate about the powerful combination of artificial intelligence and network infrastructure. With my dual majors in CS and AI and minors in Cybersecurity and Information Systems, I'm building the expertise to create innovative solutions that bridge these fields to create a smart, safe, and secure world.

I'm constantly excited to tackle new challenges in network architecture and AI development, always seeking opportunities to push the boundaries of what's possible when these technologies work together.

Let's connect and build something extraordinary!

Education

Drake University

Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity & Information Systems

GPA: 3.57

Key Coursework:

  • Machine Learning
  • Algorithm Analysis
  • Computer Organization & Assembly
  • Database Management
  • Software Engineering
Skills & Achievements

Technical

Python, SQL, ML frameworks

Academics

2x Dean's List, 2x President's List

Leadership

Drake Sodexo Catering Student Manager (Present)

Hobbies & Interests

Personal Interests

Homelabbing, 3D Printing, F1 & Football

Hobbies

Exploring the Outdoors, Cooking & Gaming

Fun Fact

I've been to the Boundary Waters Canoe Area in Northern Minnesota 7 times, my longest trek was 23 miles!

Technical Skills

Programming Languages

Advanced

Python

NumPy, Pandas, SKlearn, PyTorch, TensorFlow

Intermediate

Java

JavaFX

Basic

MIPS & C

Learning: C#, Terminal, R, Powershell, SQL

AI & Machine Learning

Advanced

Machine Learning

Classification, Regression

Intermediate

Deep Learning

TensorFlow, PyTorch

Networking

Intermediate

Virtualization Skills

Proxmox, Docker, TrueNAS & ZFS

Intermediate

Network Infrastructure

IDF/MDF Management shadowing experience

Intermediate

Cryptography & Ethical Hacking

ISEAGE Competition (Internet-Scale Event and Attack Generation Environment)

Tools & Technologies

Basic

Infrastructure Tools

JAMF Device Management, Intune Management

Intermediate

Security & Identity Management

Logrhythm, Active Directory

Advanced

Development Tools

VSCode

Soft Skills

Advanced

Technical Support

IT Helpdesk Experience, Debugging, Technical Documentation

Advanced

Problem-Solving

Critical Thinking, Analytical Approach, Quick Thinking

Advanced

Communication

Technical Writing, Presentation Skills, Project Coordination

Additional Skills

Intermediate

Data Visualization

R, Excel

Advanced

Softwares

Office Suite & Google Suite

Projects

Bank Faulure Poster: Link to Project

Machine Learning for Bank Failure Research: Enhancing Early Warning Systems

In this group research project, we are attempting to explore how machine learning models can best predict bank failures by evaluating financial health indicators. Our goal is to contribute to more reliable early warning systems for banking regulators, enabling proactive intervention that reduces systemic financial risk while providing financial institutions with more accurate, data-driven risk assessments.

Deep Learning Architectures Time Sequence Class Imbalance Handling (SMOTE)
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UL Solutions Cybersecurity Internship Presentation Title Slide

UL Solutions Cybersecurity Internship

During my 12-week cybersecurity internship at UL Solutions, I created comprehensive testing documentation for EU Radio Equipment Directive (RED) compliance, specifically developing detailed guides for 18031-1 (Internet-Connected Radio Equipment) and 18031-2 (Personal Data Processing Equipment) testing procedures. Additionally, I researched and developed a proof-of-concept local LLM solution using LoRA fine-tuning techniques to automate documentation generation for cybersecurity testing standards.

18031/RED Certification Locall LLM Fine-tuning Pentesting
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Group Picture of our ISEAGE Group!

ISEAGE Capture the Flag Competition

I participated in the Iowa State International ISEAGE Capture the Flag / Cyber Defense Competition, where we placed Top 20 on February 22, 2025. (ISEAGE stands for Internet-Scale Event and Attack Generation Environment).

Cybersecurity Defense(Blue Team) Active Directory OPNsense
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Uploading Consciousness: Examining the Risks and Rewards of Superintelligent Beings

My paper examines the ethical implications of mind uploading, exploring whether uploaded superintelligent beings should be allowed to interact with humanity through various philosophical frameworks, including rights theory, virtue ethics, utilitarianism, and Kantian ethics. After analyzing compelling arguments from both perspectives, I conclude that preventing such integration presents the most defensible position, as the risks of radical cognitive imbalance, potential loss of human autonomy, and existential threats to non-enhanced humans outweigh the prospective benefits.

Digital Ethics Philosophical Analysis Human Autonomy
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