Will Steedman is a 3rd-year Mechatronics and Robotics Engineering student and is an undergraduate researcher at MItHRIL for the Summer of 2024. Will is working with MASc researcher Eric Godden on integrating robotic manipulators and haptic feedback into virtual reality experiences.

Over the years, Will has proven to be an accomplished student, having been granted several awards, including an NSERC Undergraduate Student Research Award (2024), Queen’s Principal’s Scholarship (2022), Thom Family Award (2022), and AP Scholar Award with Distinction (2022). Additionally, he’s been been placed on the Smith Engineering Dean’s List in each year of his undergraduate studies.

Outside of the lab, he has been playing competitive hockey and loves indie-rock music (Arcade Fire, Tokyo Police Club, The Strokes, etc.). Additionally, he used to play in competitive video game tournaments and is a fan of consuming (but usually not preparing) great-tasting food.