Meet Our Bloggers!

Ana Jaramillo '27

Hi! My name is Ana Jaramillo and I am studying Mechanical Engineering and Biology. I am originally from Miami, FL but was raised in Bogotá, Colombia. On Campus, I am part of the Caltech Women’s soccer team, vice president of the Caltech Hispanic and Latino Association (CHLA), and secretary of Engineer Without Borders (EWB). I love spending my free time with my friends, on the beach, or watching movies.

Alana Nisperos '28

Hi! My name is Alana and I'm a sophomore studying Chemistry and Geological and Planetary Sciences. I'm originally from Woodridge, Illinois, just about an hour away from Chicago. On campus, I am the Business Lead of PARSEC Rocketry Team, Outreach Officer of Chemistry Club, as well as a member of Page House. I love journaling, reading, hiking, climbing, listening to music, and roller blading!

Bisrat Kassahun '27

Hello there (general kenobi)! I'm Bis, a sophomore studying Physics from the rocket-ridden land of Merritt Island, Florida. I'm Page House's Athman and am also affiliated with Ricketts House, where I find there are too many events to keep track of and tons of fun things to do throughout the week. I run for the Caltech Track and Field team, keeping me busy basically year-round between house activities, athletics, and extracurriculars. If I'm not in any social space, you'll probably find me rewatching Star Wars Episodes I-III (my undisputed favorites) or reading some philosopher that I found to be the flavor of the week.

Camilla Fezzi

Hi! Camilla here, BS’28. I’m originally from Italy—more precisely, from the beautiful city of Verona. I hope you’ve heard of it before—it’s not only famous for its Roman amphitheater but also as the romantic setting of Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet! If not, well, I’m officially recommending you to dive into its history and charm—there’s so much to discover! I’m currently double-majoring in Biology and Chemistry on the pre-MD/PhD path, with a lifelong dream of contributing to the fight against cancer. Whether it’s tackling metastasis, decoding mutations, or understanding cellular respiration, every discovery in this field inspires me to push further. To me, cancer research isn’t just a career goal—it’s a calling, and one that I am deeply passionate about. Here at Caltech, I’m actively involved in several clubs. I’m a proud member of MEDLIFE, the Christian Club, and the equestrian club, which I actually founded! Horses are a huge part of my life—I’m a professional showjumper, which means, yes, I jump fences with horses. Crazy, right? But they mean so much to me. Horses are incredible animals—they have this magical ability to heal and uplift your spirit every time you’re around them. When I’m not in the lab or at the stables, you’ll likely find me reading or writing. Growing up in Italy, surrounded by Mediterranean history, I developed a deep love for philosophy, and it’s been close to my heart ever since. I’ve always been fascinated by the big questions of life—how we think, how we heal, and how we connect with others. For me, life is about curiosity and passion—whether it’s pursuing groundbreaking research, exploring the pages of a book, or galloping through a showjumping course. I’m driven by the desire to make a difference, and I’m always excited for the next chapter of this journey.

Diya Agarwal '27

Hi! My name is Diya Agarwal, and I’m a junior from Miami, Florida studying mechanical engineering with a robotics minor. This year, I am serving as the editor of the Caltech admissions blog. Other than classes, I’m involved in Caltech's Engineers without Borders chapter and Caltech Aarya. In my spare time, I love to draw, listen to music, watch Netflix, and explore Pasadena/LA (especially for getting food)!

Emily Xu '27

Hi! I'm Emily Xu, a sophomore from Toronto, Canada, and I'm studying Electrical Engineering on the Intelligent Systems track. I'm in Venerable and Lloyd house, and in my free time I like watching shows, hanging out with friends, or eating. I'm currently working with with the Autonomous Robotics and Control Lab on reinforcement learning for their race car. On campus, I'm part of the Caltech Air and Outer Space club and the poker club.

Jena Alsup '26

Hello! My name is Jena and I’m a junior studying computer science and political science. I'm originally from the San Francisco Bay Area and am a member of Lloyd, Fleming, and Page House. On campus, I’m involved with the Caltech Y, Student Government, and Dance. I love reading memoirs, baking and eating (mostly eating) plant-based confections, and petting every corgi I can find.

Madi Tongco '28

Hi everyone!! My name is Madi Tongco, and I'm from the lovely Midwest town of Kenosha, WI. I'm majoring in geobiology (hopefully with a double major in English!) and love anything and everything adventurous, from exploring California's national parks to finding the best hidden study spots on campus. I'm currently the Venerable House librarian, and am also super involved with the Caltech Y! I love running, sci-fi, LEGO, watching sports (go Pack go!), and puzzles.

Priscilla Vazquez '26

Hi! I'm Priscilla Vazquez, but my friends call me Pri. I am a junior in Page House majoring in Mechanical Engineering. I was born and raised in LA with Mexican roots. On campus, I serve as Vice President of the QuestBridge club and Social Director for the Caltech Hispanic and Latino Association (CHLA). Outside academics, I enjoy exploring places in Pasadena and LA, reading, and going to concerts!

Ria Patel '26

Hi! I’m Ria, a junior in Page House from Gainesville, Florida. I am majoring in Computation and Neural Systems & Business, Economics, and Management. On campus, I am part of the Society of Women Engineers, Poker Club, Caltech Data Science Organization, and am in training to be a Health Advocate. In my free time, I love hanging out with friends, hiking, photography, exploring LA and Pasadena, and trying out new food spots!

Thanhthanh Nguyen '26

Hey there! I'm Thanhthanh, also known as Noel. I'm a senior studying Computer Science with a focus in Machine Learning, and I am also minoring in Environmental Science and Engineering! Rapid fire facts about me: I am a member of both Avery House and Dabney House, I love playing video games, and I am a very big concertgoer (so many concerts!).

Andrew Chan '21

I'm an alum (Class of 2021) from Denver, Colorado (the land of Patagonia jackets and unpredictable weather). At Caltech I'm on the fencing team foil squad captain and SAAC representative, a member of chemistry club and ultimate frisbee team, and the Fleming House food committee representative. In my free time, I like to hike, write poetry, shoot photos, and explore LA for trendy food.

Andrew Freddo '10

Chemistry and Biology, Class of 2010 My name is Andrew, and I am beginning what looks to be a busy and exciting senior year! I'm originally from New Jersey, and always try to give my friends here at Caltech a taste of my East Coast roots. Outside of my chemistry and biology classes, I enjoy cooking (Italian food, of course!), giving admissions tours, writing food reviews with fellow blogger Dannah, and catching up with my favorite TV shows. Academically, this year will truly be a culmination of my first three at Caltech. I am currently applying for combined MD/PhD programs (also knows as MSTPs ? Medical Scientist Training Programs). In addition to juggling my sets and exams, I'm going to be visiting many schools around the country to interview for their programs. I'll definitely be logging lots of frequent flier miles, snapping lots of pictures, and learning a lot about medical and graduate school!

Andy Rothstein '21

Life of a Lloydie - Andy. Hello! I'm an alum (Class of 2021) physics major with a minor in aerospace engineering from from Bethesda, Maryland. I'm a member and former president of Lloyd House, help out as a dean's tutor, wait house dinners, and swim. Outside of the more structured activities, I'm always on the hunt for the best KBBQ restaurant or really any ayce place.

Anita Chen

Anita is a senior majoring in chemistry and minoring in English. Born in the island nation of Taiwan, she braved the cold on the American East Coast for a year at the age of six before moving to San Diego, California. At Caltech, she is involved in the music program and the literary and visual arts magazines. She is also an upperclass counselor (UCC) in Ruddock House, one of the 8 dorms on campus, where she watches out for the mental health of her peers and every once in a while tries to stir up trouble and excitement for her hallmates. In her spare time, she tutors and TAs, writes poetry and prose, plays the violin, draws, paints, cooks, and climbs rocks. She is currently pursuing her senior thesis project under renowned professor of chemistry Harry B. Gray, and plans on attending graduate school next year. Graduation year: 2017 Option: Chemistry Minor: English House Affiliation: Ruddock

Annabel Reyna Gomez '23

Hello, my name is Annabel Reyna Gomez! I am an alum (Class of 2023) from the San Francisco Bay Area (home of the Silicon Valley) pursuing a major in Mechanical Engineering. On campus, I was a member of Venerable House, Club Latino, Women Mentoring Women, a Caltech Y Rise Tutor, the Mechanical Lead of the AIAA LIGO Innovation Team, and an Admissions Ambassador. Off campus, I interned at NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL) and work on force estimations of the InSight Mars Lander robotic arm. During my free time, I enjoy 3D printing, watching movies with my friends, painting, and silk screening.

Arielle Tycko '23

Hi! I’m Arielle, a student from Page house from Bethesda, Maryland. I’m majoring in Computation and Neural Systems (CNS), and I’m also pre-MD/PhD (fingers crossed). Outside of classes, you can find me organizing for environmental justice in the L.A. area, serving as the Treasurer for Caltech’s theater club (TACIT), and helping address diversity, equity, and inclusion issues on campus. I love weightlifting, dogs, and watching baseball (Go Nats!) and hockey (Go Caps!).

Athena Kolli '24

Hi! I am a senior from Buffalo Grove, Illinois. At Caltech I am a member of the varsity women's tennis team, and I do research with the Daraio Lab. I am also a full member and peer advocate for Fleming House and a social member of Lloyd House. In my free time I enjoy working out, reading, and just about anything creative!

Bea Avila-Rimer '24

Hi! My name is Bea, and I am a senior from Houston, TX majoring in CS with an IDS minor. I am Questbridge Scholar and former President of the Questbridge Club on campus! I am also part of the Women's Tennis Team, a PA (peer advocate) and a member of Lloyd house! In my free time I love to hang out with my friends, explore LA, and learn new things.

Camila Buitrago '22

My name is Camila, I was an undergraduate in the Class of 2022. I'm from Atlanta studying Engineering and Applied Sciences with a minor in Environmental Science. I’m a part of Page house, clubs like Engineers without Borders and club Latino, and external activism groups like Extinction Rebellion. I’m passionate about climate justice, exploring the outdoors through hiking, and hugging as many trees as possible!

Chase Blanchette '23

Hi, my name is Chase Blanchette, and I'm an alum (Class of 2023) from Ellicott City, MD in electrical engineering. I was the vice president of Venerable House, member of the EE subteam of Caltech Robotics Team (which builds a submersible robot), and I played Quizbowl and ultimate frisbee as well. In my spare time, you can catch me biking, hiking (I love the mountains!), reading, solving crossword puzzles, and building Rube Goldberg machines (complicated chain reactions made of everyday objects that accomplish a simple task) for my YouTube channel. Above all, I love meeting people and making puns!

Dannah Almasco '10

Mechanical Engineering and Business, Economics & Management, Class of 2010 Dannah is a senior in Fleming House, originally from San Diego, CA. She is a tour guide, a student reader for the freshman admissions committee, and a food critic for the campus newspaper. A member of the Caltech Dance Troupe, Dannah also practices yoga and aerobics. After graduating from Caltech, Dannah plans to enter the work industry; she has worked at the Caltech Biological Imaging Center and has had internships with Boeing in Los Angeles and Schlumberger in Houston, TX (see previous Caltech blog, “Adventures in Internships”). Her second blog “Class in Session: E/ME 105” discussed her experience in an engineering course that involved designing for (and traveling to!) the developing world of Guatemala. Read her latest blog: “Sweet Life of a Second Term Senior” to see how she keeps busy with her senior thesis and extracurricular activities.

Emily Du '23

Hi, I’m Emily Du (they/them)! I’m an alum (Class of 2023) from sunny San Diego and I’m a double major Chemistry + History, with a minor in Biology. On campus, I was a member of Lloyd House, the president of Chemistry Club, treasurer for APIDA+, and involved with the Title IX Office and Board of Control. In my free time, I love playing board games with friends, exploring the Pasadena and LA food scene, going hiking or climbing, and volunteering with local organizations.

Enoch Luk '25

Hi! I'm a junior from San Jose, CA (bae area) in Lloyd House. I major in CS and have research interests in computational sustainability, from computer vision for wildlife conservation to power grid optimization. I am also part of the ultimate frisbee team, student investment fund, and debate society. In my free time I like to lift, eat, and explore the LA area.

Hannah Grauer '23

Hello! I’m Hannah, an alum (Class of 2023) in Electrical Engineering from the Chicagoland area. I am a member of Page House, where I served as the Vice President. I was a tutor for the Caltech Y Rise Program and served as a peer advocate and a title IX advocate. Beyond STEM, I enjoy playing tennis and any water related sport such as windsurfing and kayaking.

Isabel de la Torre Roehl '23

I'm an alum (Class of 2023) in Page house, born and raised in the Pasadena area. On campus I was an admissions ambassador, undergraduate researcher in the Stoltz Lab (synthetic/organic chemistry), Deans Tutor, and TA for various chemistry courses. In my free time I perform as a company member with a local ballet company and explore other dance classes in the area. I also like to host Bachelor/Bachelorette viewing parties and explore the area and food scene with my friends!

Jen Yu '22

Computer Science, Class of 2022 Hi, I’m Jen! I am a native of New York City and currently a senior at Caltech majoring in Computer Science with a minor in Biology. I’m a co-captain of Caltech’s tennis team and a member of Fleming House. On campus, I’m involved with the Caltech Y, the Student-Athlete Advisory Committee and Chemistry Club. I love exploring both the urban and natural parts of Los Angeles by going out to restaurants or hiking on weekends.

Julian Millan '25

Hi! My name is Julian and I'm a junior in Blacker Hovse at Caltech. My interests and hobbies are music, music, music. I love music discourse and you can always catch me looking into recent releases. I also am really into weightlifting and I go to the gym roughly six days a week. When I'm not doing either of those things, I'm probably sleeping, working, or out with friends.

Katelyn Lee '23

Hi, my name is Katelyn, and I'm an alum (Class of 2023) from New York City majoring in Bioengineering! As a member of Lloyd house, I served as President and Social Director. You could also find me singing with the acapella group, Fluid Dynamics, tutoring in the Caltech Y RISE program, or developing open-source bioinstruments with the Pachter lab. I am an avid runner and museum-goer, and I love to read, tinker, and do crosswords.

Leah Griffith '23

Hey, y’all! I’m Leah Griffith, an alum (Class of 2023) from Austin, Texas studying Computer Science and Business, Economics, & Management (BEM). As an active member of Fleming House, a Peer Advocate, an Admissions Ambassador, and a Rise Tutor, I was pretty busy during the year! Over the summers, I’ve built a machine learning algorithm to classify supernovae with two Caltech professors and explored industry in the Bay Area working for the cybersecurity company Rapid7. On campus, you can find me in study groups or Red Door Cafe nerding out with my friends about computer science or Star Wars. Off campus, I’ll be at the beach or finding good eats in Pasadena.

Logan Beharry '25

Hello everyone! My name is Logan Beharry, and I'm currently a junior at Caltech, pursuing the Biology option. On campus, I serve as an admission ambassador and devote much of my time to an independent research project that combines stem cell development and nanotechnology. I’m originally from Teaneck, New Jersey, and no, I don’t miss the weather there! During my time at Caltech, I’ve had access to incredible opportunities. As a freshman, I secured an internship at an innovative startup developing a new cancer therapy. Now, in my Senior year, I've received funding to launch my own AI and health tech startup. When I'm not in class or the lab, I enjoy exploring nearby beaches, practicing yoga, and discovering new restaurants!

Maddie Wang '19

Option: Computation & Neural Systems House Affiliation: Page Graduation Year: 2019 Madelyn is a sophomore majoring in Computation and Neural Systems (CNS) from Foster City, California. In her free time, she enjoys going to local coffee shops, making scrapbooks, playing catch, and sewing. At Caltech, she is involved in Robogals, plays cello in a chamber group, does research in a lab, and tutors at the Hixon Writing Center. Find her online @maddieiee on Instagram for more photos!

Makoa Inciong '25

Hi, I'm a junior from Kailua, Hawai'i. I'm majoring in Mechanical Engineering with hopes of being an aerospace engineer at NASA/JPL. I'm a member of both Lloyd House and Blacker House. I am part of Caltech's PARSEC Rocketry Club and a former member of the Cross Country and Track teams. When I'm not doing schoolwork, I like to hang out with friends, run, play the ukulele/violin, read, and play League of Legends and Valorant.

Mei-Ling Laures '20

Option: Computer Science House Affiliations: Avery and Blacker Graduation Year: 2020 Mei-Ling is a native Chicagoan (from the city!) and still misses the winter season. She is part of the intercollegiate volleyball and fencing teams. When not dying over sets, she likes talking with friends and going to the 3D printing lab on campus. Mei-Ling is also an upperclassman counselor (UCC) and part of the social team of Blacker Hovse.

Noelle Davis '20

Option: Electrical Engineering Graduation Year: 2020 House Affiliation: Avery Noelle is a Texan who used to love cold weather, but ever since the first month in sunny SoCal, anything sub-sixty degrees sends her into shock. Besides the sunshine, her favorite thing about living in Pasadena is having mountains in her backyard. When she’s not struggling through sets, she likes to hike, bake, play soccer, and take pictures. She participates in the Caltech Christian Fellowship, volunteers with Robogals, and writes for The Tech, the campus newspaper.

Rachael Kim

Fleming Class of 2025, CS+BEM

Rahul Chawlani '24

Hi! My name is Rahul Chawlani and I am a Senior studying Electrical Engineering from the Houston area. I am a member of Page, where I am the Social Director, and I'm also on the Caltech swim team! I do research in the Marandi Lab and outside of STEM I love the write, play the piano, and watch football and basketball in the Page Lounge.

Rashi Jeeda '22

Hi! I’m Rashi, a California girl who grew up in Pasadena, practically next door to campus. I’m an alum (Class of 2022) majoring in Bioengineering and would typically be spending my days at Caltech messing with the genome of E. coli in lab. On campus, I did synthetic bio research, have dabbled in a bit of electrical engineering with the Racing team, was part of the Bollywood dance team Caltech Dhamaka, and like to spend time exploring the area with friends.

Roy Jiang '25

Fleming Class of 2025, CS+BEM

Sarah Bass '25

Hi, I'm a junior from Livermore, California (a city that claims to be part of the "bay area," though there seems to be much discourse regarding that statement). At Caltech I'm a member of PARSEC (the rocketry club), one of the Blacker house historians, and a Mechanical Engineering major. In my free time, I like to read, crochet, watch anime, and sometimes go hiking.

Shri Deshmukh '22

Mechanical Engineering, Class of 2022 Hi there! My name is Shri Deshmukh and I am a senior at Caltech studying Mechanical Engineering with a minor in Environmental Science and Engineering. On campus I run Track & Field and am the leader of Caltech Dance Team as well as Caltech TBP. Off campus, I have interned at Princeton University and JPL (NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory) where I've pursued my passion in robotics. In my free time I enjoy hiking/biking in nature, listening to music, and overall just having a good time with friends and family.

Snigdha Saha '24

Hi everyone! I’m Snigdha and I was the ASCIT Social Director. I was in Ricketts House studying Computer Science with a minor in Information and Data Sciences. I was also a member of Caltech Dhamaka (Bollywood Dance team) and an Admissions Ambassador.

Sunny Cui '20

Option: Electrical Engineering House Affiliation: Lloyd Graduation Year: 2020 Sunny is from Vancouver, BC where it rains over 200 days a year. At Caltech, she serves on the excomm of the Caltech Y and Society of Women Engineers, and plays piano with the chamber music program. When she is not doing sets and lab work, she enjoys hiking, shopping, cooking, drawing, and scouring the internet for items to add to her never-ending bucket list.

Sydney Richardson '22

Hello! I’m Sydney, from the Sacramento area studying Mechanical Engineering. I play on Caltech’s volleyball team and I‘m a member of Fleming house. I participate in clubs such as the Caltech Latino Association, the Society of Women Engineers, and FSAE (we build a racecar)! Alongside meeting and talking to new people, I love art, the ocean, pupusas (the national dish of El Salvador), and of course STEM!

Tyler Colenbrander '23

Hi! I’m Tyler and I’m an alum (Class of 2023) in Venerable House and I studied Electrical Engineering. I am originally from Novato, CA. I was on the Caltech Ultimate Frisbee Team, a Peer Advocate (PA) for my house, and a Teaching Assistant (TA). I am really interested in solar energy research, and I worked part-time at NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL) researching solar cells for deep space missions. In my free time, I enjoy 3D printing, playing Pokemon Go, Star Wars, Rubik’s cubes, Hamilton, Lego, and airplanes!

Vanessa Mechem '22

Hi! I am Vanessa, an alum (Class of 2022) Chem major and pre-med student. I am originally from Shanghai, China but I've been living in sunny Southern California for the past 7 years. I was the Vice President of Page House, a Health Advocate, and a member of the Clemons lab. I love dancing, singing (poorly), goofing off with my friends, playing poker, and watching the same shows on Netflix for the 15th time.

Vivian Zhang

Hi! I’m Vivian, a senior from New Jersey majoring in Computer Science. I’m a member of Lloyd house and Pipettes, one of Caltech’s a cappella groups. In my free time, I love swimming, drawing, and going for long walks.

Ankita Nandi '24

Hi! I graduated in 2024 and was a member of Page house. I was involved with a number of student organizations on campus including serving as Director of Operations in student government, part of the Executive Board for Asian Pacific Islander Desi Americans Plus (APIDA+), and was involved with student publications like the literary magazine Looseleaf and the newspaper, The California Tech. Outside these activities, I enjoy spending time with friends outside on or off campus (like the Huntington Gardens), and love to read and get books from the local library.

Chi Cap '25

I flitter around here and there -- from the coast of Vietnam, all the way to the scorching heat of Texas, and now to Pasadena! When I'm not daydreaming about the sea or the stars, I like to write fictions and poetry, watch movies, or swimming. I'm also a member of the TechLIT club and the Totem Literary Magazine on campus, and I'm very active in Dabney House, where I am currently the Vice-President and Health Advocate.

Dilichi Nwankwo '25

Hey, my name is Dilichi and I am a current Senior majoring in Computer Science. I’ve already had a passion for exploring the greater LA area and trying new places. Caltech is hard, so it’s always nice to find ways to relax. Whether on or off campus, there’s always fun ways to pass the time!

Emma Isella '25

Hi! I'm Emma, a current senior from Torrance, CA (one of the beach city LA suburbs)! I'm a double major in geobiology and biology interested in the weird microbes that live in extreme environments and whether life could exist on other planets. In my free time, I like to do anything that involves going outside and getting off campus -- skiing, ice skating, surfing, hiking, camping, or even just getting coffee! I also like to do art, read, and play my guitar.

Gabriella Twombly '24

Hi! My name is Gabriella Twombly. I graduated in 2024, and I was in Fleming House studying computer science with a minor in information and data science (IDS). I’m originally from South Florida so I’m glad Southern California is also warm. I also served as student body president (ASCIT), was a member of the women’s volleyball team, and was a member of affinity groups like the Society of Women Engineers. In my free time, I love to explore different areas of LA, volunteer with the Caltech Y, try new food, read novels, and play Overcooked 2.

Hannah Fisher '24

Hi, I’m Hannah! I'm a 2024 graduate from Portland, Oregon. I majored in Mechanical Engineering with a minor in Geological and Planetary Sciences. At Caltech, I worked as a teaching assistant for MechE classes and as a student researcher in the Daraio Lab. Outside of school, I enjoy long distance running, making arts and crafts, and reading nonfiction. On weekends you can usually find me exploring Los Angeles by metro, going to live comedy shows, and trying new coffee shops.

Jason Lin '25

Hi! I’m Jason, a senior majoring in bioengineering. I’m originally from LA but spent 14 years living in Taiwan. In my free time, I’m involved in several student organizations on campus, serving as the president of Hacktech (Caltech’s Hackathon), president of Medlife (an outreach club), and a member of the NCAA swim team. For fun, I love to ski, play table tennis, cook, and birdwatch with binoculars.

Jen Hu '25

Hello! I’m a rising junior, the current Dabney secretary, and I’m from Rockville, Maryland. In my free time I’m a freelance illustrator (you can find me on Twitter at @otaku_553) and I enjoy obscure video game lore and anime. If you ever want to know the connections between every final boss in the Kirby games or the whole Kingdom Hearts timeline, I’m your guy!

Juni Polansky '25

Hi I’m Juni, a senior in Lloyd from Baltimore, MD. I am majoring in bioengineering and minoring in English. I play on the women's soccer team and run on the track team. If I'm not working with my zebrafish in lab or out on the soccer field you can find me reading, playing guitar, or painting.

Lucas Demetriades

I'm a former Undergraduate Admissions Counselor. I grew up right here in Pasadena before venturing to the rural Midwest to study physics at a small liberal arts college. It was an honor to bring my passions for STEM and the small college experience to Caltech!

Lily Randall '25

Hello there! My name is Lily Randall, I'm a senior studying Geochemistry from Astoria, OR. I run for the Caltech Track and Field team in the spring and hike for rocks to study the rest of the school year. In my spare time I love to crochet or spend time with my friends. I'm currently working on an igneous rocks research project on campus for SURF and potentially continuing into the academic year. I'm a member of Page house, where we have events every week and chances to unwind from work each day.

Michael Gutierrez '25

... or "Guutz" for short. Senior, 🏝️Sarasota Florida Man, Dabney Hovse Peer Advocate, Editor-in-Chief for The California Tech, former President of Caltech QuestBridge Chapter, tuba band kid converted to theater geek, Guitar Matt™️, builds things sometimes, somethingsomethingspacesatellites CubeSat Club, sk8r boi, licensed "ham" (iykyk), other stuff probably (too many things), in my free time I study Astrophysics📡☄️🌌⚛ nyah ( ✌︎'ω')✌︎ ¯\(ツ)/¯

Ru Pan '25

Hi! I'm Ru, a senior studying CNS and a member of Lloyd House. I'm originally from Xi'an, China, but spent most of my secondary education in Wisconsin, America's heartland. I am passionate about advocacy initiatives, being part of ASCIT's Advocacy Committee as well as a member of the Department of Biology and Biological Engineering's DEI committee as an undergraduate rep. In my free time, I can be found at a local coffee store, trying a new restaurant, in lab, or at the gym.

Santiago Adams '25

My name’s Santiago, I’m a Senior in Page House. I’m from New York so it’s nice to get the warm weather out here in LA. I really like listening to music of all kinds and seeing live music is one of my favorite things to do. I’m also vegan, and I like to walk/hike.

Sulekha Kishore '25

Hi there! I’m Sulekha (su-lay-ka), a senior majoring in computer science and political science. I captain Caltech’s ultimate frisbee team and am on the Caltech Y’s ExComm. I grew up in the Pasadena area, but still love exploring all LA has to offer. I studied abroad at Cambridge University during my junior year and love traveling. In my free time, you’ll catch me chasing plastic discs, reading the news, or surfing!

Tessa Pierce '25

I'm a junior studying Biology, intending to minor in Chemistry and/or Environmental Science and Engineering. I'm from a small, rural town in Washington state about an hour north of Spokane. On campus I'm the founding President of HOSA- Future Health Professionals, a member of the Health Advocate and Peer Advocate programs, an Orange Watch volunteer, and I've participated in SURF on campus, the SURF Exchange with the University of Iceland, and Study Abroad! In my free time, I enjoy reading, watching Disney movies, and playing Dungeons & Dragons.