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Weaving a history of academic leadership
My career is deeply rooted in Computer Engineering. I was born and raised in Brazil, and obtained my Phd in Artificial Intelligence at the Universidade de S茫o Paulo.
Since 1999, I have taught Computer Science to thousands of students at Toronto Met. My prime interest is Artificial Intelligence and Genetic Programming.
From 2014 to 2021, I served the Faculty of Science as Associate Dean Undergraduate Programs and Student Affairs 鈥� a role that combines my passion for both the academic and human sides of education.
In 2021, I was appointed Executive Academic Director, Cyber Studies and Rogers Cybersecure Catalyst - a role that combines my effective academic leadership and creativity in program development.
If you can juggle contradictions in your own perspectives, you can create some very interesting solutions.
As a kid, I remember drawing with other friends in primary school. I dreamt up all kinds of spaceships, boosters and futuristic models. As my techie side developed, I also grew to love ancient Greek philosophy. To this day, I continue to enjoy thoughtful contemplation and healthful debate on a wide variety of issues.
Military training: lifelong impacts
In the midst of my studies, I took a break to join the Brazilian army. It turned out to be the best year of my life. I gained hands-on experience in tackling tough problems. I learned to design solutions, rally teams and execute plans 鈥� at times, seeing just how poorly overly-theoretical solutions stood up to practical realities.
A conscious approach to life
Despite my Computing background, I鈥檓 still a very conscious technology user. I constantly weigh the benefits against potential impacts on society, family and self. In my teaching, it鈥檚 the same: carefully determine which concepts and technologies are worthwhile 鈥� or not 鈥� for my students.
Thanks to these contrasting facets within, I move ahead 鈥� always looking for creative ways to successfully carry out my role in academic leadership.
Human dynamics: applying the engineering mindset
Although I work in Science, people are equally interesting to me. Throughout my career, I鈥檝e interacted with countless students, faculty and staff.
Here鈥檚 one thing I鈥檝e always noted: every person wants to do good, not bad. When navigating challenging situations, I strive to see from the other person鈥檚 perspective. That鈥檚 crucial data which can generate the best solutions.
Over time, I鈥檝e grown to appreciate the great variety in human dynamics 鈥� and the critical place it has in my role as academic leader and educator.
Off campus, I love the outdoors and staying
active. I take walks and sometimes even bike into the city. My latest passion is tenkara 鈥� Japanese fly fishing.
At the end of the day, I鈥檓 a family man who enjoys spending time with my wife and four children.