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Student assistants

Lead student assistants

Ava Aryana Rouzmehr

Ava Aryana Rouzmehr

She/Her/Hers

EECS

Bio: I’m a 3rd year student studying EECS, with particular interest in signals and system design. In my free time I love to dance, learn languages, and try new food places.

Fun fact: I have over 10 piercings!

Eilyn Nayely Garcia

Eilyn Garcia

She/Her/Hers

Mechanical Engineering

Bio: Hi everyone, my name is Eilyn and i’m a rising senior studying mechanical engineering.

Fun fact: I have two baby pugs

Madeline Melendez

Madeline Melendez

She/Her/Ella

Mechanical Engineering

Bio: Hi! My name is Madeline Melendez and I’m a fourth year studying mechanical engineering. I was born and raised in Orange County. In my spare time I enjoy hanging out with my friends, trying new food spots, and exploring the outdoors. Feel free to stop by and say hi!!

Fun fact: I’ve been skydiving and I love watching marvel movies with my pug-mix.

Priscila Bravo-Santos

Priscila Marie Bravo-Santos

She/Her/Hers

Bioengineering

Bio: Hey! My name is Priscila and I’m a 4th-year Bioengineering student from the Bay Area. In my free time, I like to go thrifting, try new food spots, and take nature walks or walks through nice neighborhoods.

Fun fact: I’m a twin!

Rogelio Jared Murillo

Rogelio Murillo

He/Him/His 

EECS

Bio: Hi! My name is Rogelio Murillo and I’m a third year EECS major. I’m from the bay and love music.

Fun fact: I’m in a Salsa/Timba Band!

Student assistants

Amy Cossyleon

She/Her/Hers

Civil Engineering

Bio: Hello, I am a 4th year studying Civil Engineering from Bakersfield, California. I love to interact with the broader engineering community so feel free to say hi!

Fun fact: My favorite music artist is Beabadoobee!

Armando Verdugo

Armando Verdugo

He/Him

Mechanical Engineering

Bio: I was born in Long Beach, California, and raised in Tijuana, Mexico, where I lived until I was 19 years old. I am currently pursuing a degree in Mechanical Engineering, with a strong interest in robotics.

Fun fact: I crossed the San Diego–Tijuana border every day to go to school

Eduardo Garcia

Eduardo Garcia Sosa

He/Him/Él

Mechanical Engineering (Major) – Chicanx/Latinx Studies (Minor)

Bio: Hi everyone, I’m Eduardo! I’m a 4th year Mechanical Engineering student at Cal. I’m from Coachella (yes, that Coachella) and a proud first generation college student! Feel free to stop by for any tutoring, resources, or to just take a break. We’ll see you here!

Fun fact: I love tote bags!

Ricky Ricardo Perez

Ricky Perez

He/Him

EECS

Bio: Hi, I’m Ricky Perez, a second-year EECS student, last year I focused mainly on CS coursework and found I really enjoyed it. This year I’m taking a few EE classes to explore that side of the major and see where my interests take me.

Fun fact: I am a big sports fan, I like the Sacramento Kings, SF Giants, 49ers

Enrico Moreno

Enrico Luis Reyes Moreno

He/Him

Mechanical Engineering

Bio: Hey yall! I’m a 4th year undergraduate mechanical engineer, planning to minor in aerospace with a specialization in robotics, hoping to get into the field in the future. In my free time I like to bake(especially cookies), jam with my guitar, play video games or just vibe to some music!

Fun fact: I was born in England!

Gerardo Daniel Zamora

Gerardo Zamora

He/Him

Mechanical Engineering

Bio: My name is Gerardo Zamora, I am a rising senior studying to be a mechanical engineer. I am from the Central Valley specifically from Fresno. Some things I do is to skate, watch movies, and I sometimes dj( there is a you tube channel out there)

Fun fact: I trained a hawk

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Johnny Jose Chacon-Alfaro

He/Him

Mechanical Engineering

Bio: Hello, I am a junior studying mechanical engineering. I am from Los Angeles and my ethnicity is Salvadoran. Big fan of adventuring with friends and working out at the RSF.

Fun fact: This past spring, I did a road trip from New York City to Washington D.C.

Jorge A. Calderon Velasquez

Jorge A. Calderon Velasquez

He/Him

Aerospace

Bio: My name is Jorge Calderon. I am a second-year student studying aerospace engineering. I am interested in learning more about aerodynamics, propulsion, and sustainable design and contributing to projects that positively impact these areas of the field.

Fun fact: I really enjoy muscular training and listening to music.

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Justin Nguyen

He/Him

Mechanical Engineering

Bio: Hi! I am a Junior in Mechanical Engineering passionate about medical devices and biotechnology. I enjoy playing sports and anything creative. Feel free to approach me about anything!

Fun fact: I can do the worm.

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Maria Sanchez

She/Her/Hers

Civil Engineering

Bio: Hi! I’m Maria Sanchez, a second-year Civil Engineering student at UC Berkeley. I’m excited to be joining the CAEE team as a Student Assistant this year. I enjoy meeting new people, learning new things, and being part of a supportive community. I’m looking forward to working with everyone and supporting our community as much as possible!

Fun fact: I played travel soccer for 10 years.

Steven Jeremiah Avitia

He/Him

Civil Engineering

Bio: Sophomore planning on transferring into the college of engineering. I’m from LA. I really enjoy the outdoors and I’m a big family guy.

Fun fact: I’ve never had Dutch Bros

Yesenia Barron

Yesenia Barron

She/They

Mechanical Engineering

Bio: Hello! My name is Yesenia Barron and I am a 2nd year in Mechanical Engineering. I’m very passionate about designing and utilizing CAD to solve problems. I’m from Compton, CA and love playing guitar in my free time.

Fun fact: My bucket list is to visit all 50 states!

Kalyan Piovesan Toussaint

Kalyan Piovesan Toussaint

He/Him

Mechanical Engineering and Theater & Performance Studies

Bio: Kaly is third year student pursuing a simultaneous degree in Mechanical Engineering and Theater & Performance Studies. He has been working on the Blue & Gold Certification Program since Freshman year and is excited to continue serving students and student organizations.

Fun fact: I love archery and have my own bow.

Gabriel Sianez

Gabriel Sianez

He/Him

Mechanical Engineering

Bio: Hi everyone!
My name is Gabriel Sianez and I am a 4th year mechanical engineering student. My career interests involve the intersection of robotics and medical technology, with my current fascination being surgical robots. In my free time, I have really enjoyed sewing and tailoring my clothes and have recently picked up photography. As a 4th year, I am more than happy to share my academic and professional journey, so feel free to say hi and ask any questions!

Fun fact: I have a dislocated pinky

Kimberly Cindy Ramos

Kimberly Ramos

She/Her/Hers

Mechanical Engineering

Bio: I am a fourth-year Mechanical Engineering student, originally from Los Angeles. I am passionate about medtech and love reading, spending time with friends, and exploring the Bay Area. I enjoy listening to music and binge-watching shows, so if you have any recommendations, feel free to let me know!

Fun fact: I played volleyball for 10 years and have a dog named Casper.

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