Riva Szostkowski

riva.szostkowski@berkeley.edu
Where did you go to college?
The University of Michigan (the other #1 public institution) for undergrad and Texas State University for grad school.

How long have you been with the College of Engineering?
A few months with the College of Engineering, but 2 years at UC Berkeley!

What is your favorite part of your job?
Coworkers that make every day fun and seeing students grow during their time here.

What advice do you have for students?
Work hard, play hard! College should be at least a little fun, so be a good student but also make time to enjoy your time here.

What is the most unusual job you’ve had?
Maybe not an unusual job, but a surprising shift: I went from being a musical theater “major” in high school to being an avionics technician in the Air Force.What are your favorite TV shows?
New Girl is my favorite to rewatch and, as a parent, Bluey is a real contender for favorite.

What is your favorite song, band or type of music?
Currently, all of the queer femme music taking over: Chappell Roan, Fletcher, Janelle Monae, Renee Rapp.