Tutors
Anthony Jin
He/They
Mechanical Engineering
Bio: Hey everyone! I’m Anthony, and I’m super excited to be a tutor for this coming year! I am passionate about climate resilience and energy, as well as the intersections between engineering and policy. I also love playing music, composing, painting, and cooking! Feel free to talk with me at any point, I love chatting about literally anything!
Fun fact: I can play 5 instruments!
Brandon Mendoza
He/Him/His
Civil Engineering
Bio: I’m a Salvadoran civil engineering student in my super senior year completing my bachelor’s and focused in environmental engineering. I love the beach, hiking, and kayaking.
Fun fact: In my recent job, I’ve worked with multiple friends from my Berkeley competition team.
Claire Maxey
She/They
Civil Engineering
Bio: I’m a senior studying civil engineering! This will be my 3rd year working at the CAEE as a tutor, and I’m very excited to help all the new and returning engineers of Berkeley!
Fun fact: I write everything in comic sans
Issac Romero
He/Him/His
EECS
Bio: Hey! My name is Isaac Romero, originally from South San Jose. I’m a senior studying EECS, and I’m currently super interested in AI Agents and investing. Feel free to ask me for help if you see I’m not busy, I’m always super excited to meet new people!
Fun fact: I have been to around 30+ coffee shops from San Jose, Berkeley, and some in SF
James Qui
He/Him/His
Civil Engineering
Bio: Hi! My name’s James and I’m a 4th year majoring in Civil Engineering and minoring in Data Science. I like to draw, take photos, and hike in my free time. I’m also involved in Cal Steel Bridge.
Fun fact: I really really like sparkling water
Jaylen He
He/Him/His
Computer science
Bio: Hi! I’m Jaylen and I’m a senior studying computer science. Some cool facts about me are that I love basketball, traveling, and trying to cook new dishes. I’m excited to help tutor and meet everyone this semester!
Fun fact: I cut hair for my friends and family.
Karolina Cardenas
She/Her/Hers
Bioengineering
Bio: My name is Karolina, I’m a senior here at UC Berkeley for Bioengineering and I transfered here from San Diego in Fall 2025. I love doing research in various fields, especially in the area of translational medicine and have traveled to different cities for internships.
Fun fact: I know at least 30 dog breeds and can identify almost any dog
Kevin Yi
He/Him/His
Mechanical Engineering
Bio: Hi there!
My name’s Kevin and I’m a senior studying mechanical engineering here at Cal. Besides classes and working at the CAEE, I love to watch all different types of sports, learn new songs on the piano, ride my bike, and play Super Smash Bros with my roommates. I’m also part of the Air Force ROTC detachment on campus.
If you ever have questions about specific courses or general tips about navigating your time here I’d love to help you out or can point you in the right directions!
Fun fact: I can play the Neon Genesis Evangelion theme on piano from memory.
Lachlan Watts-Tobin
He/Him/His
EECS
Bio: Howdy! My name is Lachlan, I’m an EECS major from Arcata California. Some of the things I love are playing guitar with my band, biking, designing music devices, and finding new foods to meal prep! Feel free to find me at the CAEE and ask me anything!
Fun fact: I grew up on a sheep farm in England
Manahil Rehman
She/Her/Hers
Bioengineering
Bio: Hi! My name is Manahil, and I’m a junior majoring in bioengineering. I’m interested in biomechanics and designing assistive technologies, and I hope to pursue an MD/PhD after graduating! In my free time, I enjoy running, hiking, and baking.
Fun fact: I grew up in Portland, Oregon!
Nick Jepsen
He/Him/His
Mechanical Engineering
Bio: Hello! I am second-year Mechanical Engineering student from Southern California. Outside of tutoring, I’m a member of our Formula Electric team and I love to travel.
Fun fact: I’m half French!
Omar Alturki
He/Him/His
Chemical Engineering
Bio: Hello! I’m a junior majoring in Chemical Engineering. I’m from Saudi Arabia and I enjoy jujutsu, rock climbing, and camping.
Fun fact: I make even meeeeeaner cookies 😁
Ryan Lin
He/Him/His
IEOR
Bio: Hello! I am a junior from Orange County studying IEOR and minoring in Data Science and History. I love exploring cities and visiting museums!
Fun fact: I’ve completed a BART speedrun!
Saanvi Deb
She/Her/Hers
Materials Science and Engineering
Bio: Hi! My name is Saanvi and I have been a tutor for the CAEE for the past two semesters. I teach physics, computer science, materials science and math. Outside of academics I like hanging out with my friends, getting boba and cooking with my roommates. Come over if you need any help with classes!
Fun fact: It takes me about 5 hours to finish boba
Sid Thomas
He/Him/His
Mechanical Engineering & EECS
Bio: Hello! I’m a second year happy to talk about engineering and anything else. In my free time, I’m getting better at card tricks and huffing and puffing up the Berkeley hills. Proud conqueror of Shenzhen I/O and Factorio.
Fun fact: I am often in ambulances (in a good way).
Stephanie Schaupp
She/Her/Hers
Energy Engineering
Bio: I’m Stephanie, a rising senior studying Energy Engineering. Come chat with me for help with classes or just to rant if you need!
Fun fact: I have the same birthday as my mom
Tanvi Sure
She/Her/Hers
Bioengineering
Bio: Hi! My name is Tanvi and I’m a Bioengineering major. I’m from LA and I enjoy reading, hiking, and going to good coffee shops. Feel free to reach out with any questions you may have!
Fun fact: I’m really good at anagrams.
