Andrew Hou
About Andrew Hou
Andrew Hou is a Team Manager and Undergraduate Research Fellow at Northwestern University, actively leading a project to develop a mobile app focused on student sleep health. He combines his expertise in clinical research and entrepreneurship to enhance community well-being through various initiatives.
Work at Garage
Andrew Hou serves as the Team Manager at The Garage at Northwestern, a role he has held since 2023. In this position, he leads a team of developers focused on creating an interactive mobile app designed to enhance sleep quality for Northwestern students. His leadership involves actively seeking additional developers to join the project, demonstrating his commitment to collaborative innovation.
Education and Expertise
Andrew is currently pursuing his studies at Northwestern University, where he has been enrolled since 2022 and is expected to graduate in 2026. He previously studied Mathematics at the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh for nine months in 2021-2022. His academic background is complemented by his expertise in clinical research and entrepreneurship, which he applies to various projects aimed at improving community well-being.
Background
Andrew has a diverse background that includes various roles in research and education. He has worked as an Undergraduate Research Fellow at Northwestern University since 2023 and has also held positions as a Columnist for The Daily Northwestern and a Student Tutor at NU|Tutors. His experience extends to remote work as a Podcast Host for Simply Neuroscience and as a Project Lead for the Sleep Equity Project.
Achievements
In addition to his academic and professional roles, Andrew founded a club and nonprofit organization, the Campus Sleep Initiative (CSI), dedicated to improving student sleep health through education and events. His leadership in this initiative reflects his commitment to addressing sleep-related issues among students and promoting overall well-being.
Previous Experience
Before his current roles, Andrew worked as a Research Science Intern at Somnea Health for one month in 2023. He also gained experience as a Math Tutor at Mathnasium - The Math Learning Center from 2021 to 2022. Additionally, he volunteers at NorthShore University HealthSystem, further demonstrating his dedication to community service.