Jerika Hayes, MS
- Assistant Professor of Electrical Engineering
- Assistant Professor of Computer Engineering
- Assistant Professor of Computer Science
About Me
I am an assistant professor of engineering, working in electrical engineering and computer science. I believe that collaboration with a whiteboard and a goal in mind brings out ideas that are derived from others' personal backgrounds. The more diverse the team, the more creative a solution there will be. Inspiration is an important motivator, and I see it as my responsibility as an instructor to inspire my students creating the first step to their success. There is a peace on the University of Mary campus that allows me to be still and think, while also enjoying the amazing view of the river that I grew up on.
Why I’m At MaryBismarck is my home. I biked the trails, learned to swim at Elks pool, and graduated from BHS. Then I left and found my Christian faith while away, being baptized in 2019. I learned that engineering education was what I needed to do. I also felt a call to come back, and give back to my community.
Expertise
Applied electromagnetics, including different antenna designs, particle-controlled antennas, metamaterials, flexible antennas, and cloaking. I have done work with magnetic field effects on cardiomyocyte ion channels and RF exposure on primary cell lines in biomedical engineering, and while mentoring undergraduate students. In computer science, my work includes creating a GUI for simulated neuron activity, head movement-controlled computer software, and image analysis.
Education
MS: North Dakota State University, 2019