AiC Campus Rep Directory

Meet the NCWIT Aspirations in Computing (AiC) Campus Reps and find leaders in the AiC Community on campuses in the United States and Canada using the directory below. Students who are interested in joining the AiC Community are encouraged to reach out to Campus Reps to get an introduction from a friendly and knowledgeable point-of-contact.

Aesha Shah

Aesha is studying computer science at the Georgia Institute of Technology (Georgia Tech), an NCWIT Higher Ed Alliance member institution and BridgeUP STEM partner. Her areas of focus include artificial intelligence and cybersecurity.

At Georgia Tech, she is a involved in various organizations, including: AI @ GT, Society for Women Engineers — an NCWIT Affinity Alliance member organization, and Women @ College of Computing. Aesha has been a member of the AiC Community since her sophomore year of high school, received two consecutive National Honorable Mentions recognizing her work in providing sustainable solutions for global problems, and currently serves as a campus representative taking initiative to inspire young generations and connect with women in the workforce.

There's another Campus Rep at Georgia Tech, too: Meet Vonesha Shaik!

Alma Alex

Alma is majoring in math and computer science at Yale University, an NCWIT Higher Ed Alliance member institution. She is very interested in Quantum Computing, and involved in the Yale Undergraduate Quantum Computing Club. She is especially interested in making quantum accessible for underrepresented groups.

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Outside of classes, she enjoys dancing, listening to music, and baking.

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Amanda (Mandy) Kogut

Mandy is pursuing a Computer and Information Technology degree at Purdue University, an NCWIT Higher Ed Alliance member institution.

"As an achiever, I have always been passionate about being part of many organizations and communities around me. I like to handle many assignments simultaneously and enjoy socializing outside of class, grabbing coffee, and hanging out with friends. I collaborate efficiently in teams, committees, and organizations, taking on various leadership roles within Purdue Student Government and Purdue Alumni Student Experience."

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Ammielle Wambo Becker

Passionate about emerging technologies and committed to advancing gender and racial equity, Ammielle is a dynamic community leader with 6+ years of active involvement in STEM education and social justice initiatives. Currently pursuing a degree in Systems Design Engineering at the University of Waterloo, she leverages her technical knowledge to innovate solutions with global impact. In fall 2024, she joined the German Aerospace Group as a software engineering intern focusing on transport-related research. She also contributes to clubs like Women in Engineering, the National Society of Black Engineers, Encode Justice Canada, and Tech+ to promote inclusivity in tech. Additionally, she collaborates on digital solutions for nonprofits, merging coding expertise with a passion for social change.

Beyond academia, Ammielle organizes events with organizations like World Vision Canada, Technovation, Girl Up, The Coding School, NCWIT, and Amazon, reaching 3,000+ participants. She's led tech workshops for 100+ elementary students, raised $2,000+ for charities, authored articles including Forbes publications, and produced YouTube/TikTok content viewed by millions. Her volunteer work inspires youth to become STEM leaders. Recognized by the Lieutenant Governor’s Community Volunteer Award and NCWIT Canadian National Award in 2023, Ammielle remains dedicated to driving positive change and advocating for equity.

Angela Weigl

Angela Weigl is in the Honors Program studying Computer Science and Business Administration at Northeastern University, an NCWIT Higher Ed Alliance member institution. She joined the NCWIT Aspirations in Computing community in 2022 when she was named an Affiliate Aspirations in Computing High School Award Winner in Colorado.

In high school, she led her school district’s Educational Technology Advisory Committee and worked alongside school board leaders to broaden the usage of educational technology and improve internet accessibility for low income families in her community. She also founded her school’s chapter of Science National Honor Society and served as a 2022 Colorado DECA State Officer. She enjoyed developing her coding skills through her experiences as a software engineering summer intern for the National Institute of Standards and Technology and Lockheed Martin Space.

Areebah Farid

Areebah Farid is studying Computer Science with a minor in Entrepreneurship at McGill University! She first got involved with NCWIT and AiC in October 2022, when she applied for the Aspirations in Computing High School Award and became a recipient of the Rising Star Award.

Beyond the NCWIT and AiC Community, Areebah has made a conscious effort to leverage technology through influence and awareness, doing so in her role as her Student's Council as Co-Media Director by implementing a restructured "Media Minute" — a world news student-led segment where underrepresented news is discussed. She also actively works as a high school tutor, advocating for various groups of students to pursue a variety of streams in technology, engineering, and business. Given this experience, Areebah is eager to continue advocating and encouraging the pursuit of these degrees, doing so through in collaboration with the NCWIT and AiC Community!

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Ariana Maria Perez

Ariana Perez attends Fullerton College and enjoys spending time watching 80's movies with her cat "Kiki". She also plays the piano and the violin, and is currently working on a CM Program for music and music theory. In her free time, she also likes to play golf. Ariana is active in church as an altar server and participates in ministry events and youth group. She is also a member of the LEO club, and does community service hours through programs like the Ronald McDonald House and the LIONS Health and Vision Fair. Ariana also enjoys writing original poetry and reading her poems. While still young, Ariana hopes to serve in the Space Force program and use her computer skills. To date, she has won the following awards: 2021-2022 Phi Theta Kappa- Honor Society – 4.0 GPA; 2021 SAR Orange County Chapter Oration Contest, Club Level – First Place; 2020-21 FRA - Fleet Reserve Association Americanism Essay – “The Bill of Rights and me;” 2021 President's Volunteer Service Award (PVSA) – 135 hours of service for 2020-2021 in the community; and 2022 President's Volunteer Service Award (PVSA) – 250 hours of service for 2021-2022 in the community.

Arushi Gupta

Arushi is studying Computer Science at the California Inistitute of Technologty (Caltech), an NCWIT Higher Ed Alliance member institution. She's previously worked on research projects at Caltech, Microsoft Research, and Stanford that involve applying computer vision to the fields of medicine and biology.

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Arushi is passionate about ensuring that the fields of computer science and technology are accessible to everyone. In her free time, she enjoys crocheting, painting, hiking, and hanging out with friends.

Ashanti Benons

Ashanti is pursuing computer science at Brooklyn College, and enjoys playing piano, drawing, and working out in her free time. She joined the AiC Community when she won the National Honorable Mention prize for the NCWIT Aspirations in Computing High School Award.

"Winning the award helped boost my confidence in pursuing a STEM career and gave me a greater sense of belonging in the STEM community." As a Campus Rep, Ashanti hopes to extend that same opportunity to peers on campus.

"It is easy to be discouraged from the computing field by difficult coursework and negative stigmas. I plan on helping my peers push through any of the doubts they may feel."

Catherine Osinubi

Catherine Osinubi is majoring in Management Information Systems at the University of Delaware, an NCWIT Higher Ed Alliance member institution. She’s been a member of the AiC Community since 2020. Two of her passions are business and technology, and she aspires to pursue a business tech career. On the way, she dabbles in coding, loves pitching businesses, and participates in STEM competitions. As a Campus Rep, she is looking forward to connecting more aspiring technologists with the AiC community.

Daniela Markazi

Daniela Markazi graduated from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign (UIUC), an NCWIT Higher Ed Alliance member institution, in December 2019 with dual bachelor's degrees in Agricultural and Biological Engineering (ABE). As an undergraduate student, she created her own computer science class within the ABE Department, conducted multiple research projects, and held leadership positions in various STEM organizations.

Currently, she is an Informatics Ph.D. Candidate at UIUC. Her research focuses on using technology for social good, especially in regard to underserved communities, young people, and the environment. Daniela has been the chair of the Central Illinois Affiliate of NCWIT Aspirations in Computing since 2015 and hopes to expand the AiC Community's presence on campus.

There is also another Campus Rep on campus: Meet Sirihaasa Nallamothu!

Giavanna Flaherty

Giavanna Flaherty is pursuing a computer science degree with honors at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, an NCWIT Higher Ed Alliance member institution. She is passionate about computer science and getting more women involved in this emerging field. In her free time, she is instructor coordinator and head jiu jitsu instructor of the martial arts and self defense club.

Hannah Guan

Hannah Guan is studying Computer Science and Statistics at Harvard University, an NCWIT Higher Ed Alliance member institution. She's been involved with the AiC Community since 2020, and won a 2024 NCWIT Aspirations in Computing Collegiate Award for her technical research.

At Harvard, she is part of the Charles River Economics Labs, the Harvard Undergraduate Data Analytics Group, and the Harvard WECode Conference. Hannah also conducts computational biology research at the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health. In her spare time, she enjoys taking walks, watching sit-coms, and crocheting. Being a Campus Rep allows her to empower and connect with other young women in tech, helping to build a supportive community that encourages diversity and innovation in the field.

Jennifer Chiou

Jennifer is studying Computer Science with a focus on artificial intelligence (AI) at the University of Toronto, an NCWIT Higher Ed Alliance member institution. She's passionate about creating supportive resources and empowering spaces for women and gender minorities in STEM, and she's excited to give back to the AiC Community as a Campus Rep.

There's another Campus Rep at U of T, too: Meet Yimeng (Yoyo) Liu!

Jessica Yauney

Jessica is pursuing a PhD in Education and a Master’s in Computer Science at Stanford University, an NCWIT Higher Ed Alliance member institution. She previously earned a Master's degree in Computer Science Education from Brigham Young University and a Bachelors degree in Computer Science and Math & Science Education from Berkeley, which are also alliance member institutions.

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She is a former Computer Science high school teacher and full-time software developer. Her research centers on computer science secondary education with an emphasis on DEI. She also consults for ETS and the College Board, helping to support AP Computer Science Principles.

Julia Bisse

Julia is pursuing a B.S. in Cybersecurity with a Computer Science minor at the Wentworth Institute of Technology, an NCWIT Higher Ed Alliance member institution, where she's excelled academically, receiving honors like the President's Merit Scholarship, Honors Grant, and Honors Cohort membership. She's also a member of Women in Cybersecurity (WiCyS) and a Dean's List student. Julia's skills include certifications in Microsoft Office Suite, and proficiency in Wireshark, Eclipse, GitHub, ServiceNow, and basic HTML/CSS. She is well-versed in programming languages like Java and JavaScript, and is also bilingual in English and French, earning the Seal of Biliteracy in 2023. She also interned at the NJ Cybersecurity & Communications Integration Cell, where she analyzed intelligence reports and participated in technical discussions. Julia also worked as a Library Clerk, enhancing the library's online presence, and as an Enrollment Services Assistant processing student applications. She's actively involved on campus too, serving as the Programs Chair for the Wentworth National Society of Black Engineers and participating in the Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers, the Wentworth African Student Union, and the Colleges of the Fenway Student Culinary Council.

Lara Ozkan

Lara Ozkan is studying Computer Science and Molecular Biology at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), an NCWIT Higher Ed Alliance member institution, and is also United States Presidential Scholar.

At MIT, Lara conducts research at the MIT Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence Laboratory (CSAIL) and the MIT Media Lab. She is also involved on campus as the president of MIT Capital Partners, MIT Schwarzman College of Computing Ethics Scholar, Entrepreneurship Managing Director for the Sloan Business Club, and a Camp Kesem counselor. In her free time, Lara really enjoys DJing, traveling, and running.

There's also another Campus Rep at MIT: Meet Paridhi Latawa!

Manasvi Perisetty

Manasvi Perisetty is pursuing a bachelor’s in electrical and computer engineering and a minor in Entrpreneurship at the University of Texas at Austin (UT Austin), an NCWIT Higher Ed Alliance member institution. She's been involved in the AiC Community for the past 6 years. Initially, she started off winning an award from the Austin Affiliate of NCWIT Aspirations in Computing during her sophomore year of high school. Now, she is also a 2024 NCWIT Aspirations in Computing Impact Award Winner. Since then, she has attended and created numerous affiliated events and has found a guiding hand through this organization. Manasvi is excited to provide such help for other women in tech at UT Austin as a Campus Rep!

Manika Aggarwal

Manika Aggarwal is majoring in Management Information Systems, Computer Science, and Business Honors at UT Austin. She's been involved with the AiC Community for 4 years and won a National NCWIT Aspirations in Computing High School Award in 2022. In high school, she served as president of the Engineering Club and president of the National Technical Honor Society.

She's also served as an AspireIT leader in her community for the past 2 years and has organized various Computer Science workshops for middle school girls in her area. She serves as ProjectCSGirls chapter leader for the Austin-area community, where high school girls participate in projects for solving pressing problems in the community. In the future, she hopes to pursue a business tech career. Aside from tech, Manika loves to travel and listen to music.

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Maryam Al-Naami

Maryam is studying Computer Science and User Experience at the University of Texas at Dallas, an NCWIT Higher Ed Alliance member institution. She co-founded her high school's Young Data Scientist League and graduated with an Associates in Science. Maryam has always been passionate about solving real-world problems and is currently in the process of creating an application that helps the general public easily sort out common household trash, combatting the effects of plastic waste and, in turn, global warming. She became part of the NCWIT community in 2023 after winning the Aspirations in Computing High School Award Honorable Mention, and is now looking forward to helping guide new and potential AiC Community members as the Campus Rep at her school.

Olivia Styler

Olivia is studying computer science at the University of Utah, an NCWIT Higher Ed Alliance member institution. She plans to be very involved on campus in various organizations, especially those geared toward closing the gender gap and increasing diversity in tech. Olivia is a two-time winner of the National Honorable Mention for the NCWIT Aspirations in Computing (AiC) High School Award, as well as the Northern Utah Affiliate winner for the AiC High School Award. She wants to keep expanding her network and help other women in tech to do the same. When she isn’t coding or studying, Olivia enjoys rock climbing and experiencing the great outdoors.

Paridhi Latawa

Pari is pursuing a major in computer science and molecular biology at Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), an NCWIT Higher Ed Alliance member institution. She enjoys pursuing research and was recently recognized as a 2022 Regeneron STS Scholar for her research projects in biology, computer science, and math. She's an avid Science Olympiad competitor as well, ranking top 10 nationally in genetics and ecology. Pari is also the Founder and Executive Director of SparkED, a non-profit seeking to improve education equity and scientific literacy. She joined the NCWIT Aspirations in Computing community in 2019 as a high school freshman and enjoys being a part of it!

Phanuelle Manuel

Phanuelle is studying at the University of Alabama, an NCWIT Higher Ed Alliance member institution, and she's majoring in Computer Science and minoring in the Randall Research Scholars Program and STEM Path to the MBA. She fell in love with computer science in her 10th grade year, and has since learned HTML, CSS, Python, MATLAB, C++, and is currently learning C. She plans to continue extracurriculars similar to those she participated in during high school, such as the Society of Women Engineers, National Society of Black Engineers, and the Association for Computing Machinery for Women. Phanuelle was the Valedictorian and Commencement speaker at her high school graduation, and is very passionate about giving back to her community. As a sophomore, she was a regional winner of the NCWIT Aspirations in Computing High School Award, and she became a 2024 National Winner as a senior.

Sahana Visarla

Sahana Visarla is studying Finance and Business Tech Management at Saint Louis University, an NCWIT Higher Ed Alliance member institution. In high school, she founded her school's first computer programming club to increase school-wide involvement in STEM education. She also held the Senator position in Student Council, ensuring all students had access to resources. Sahana enjoys giving back to her community, whether through volunteering at the library or by teaching a foreign (or programming) language.

Sarah Klemmer

Sarah Klemmer is studying Computer Science and Cognitive Science with a minor in Entrepreneurship at the University of Michigan, an NCWIT Higher Ed Alliance member institution. She's passionate about empowering women in computer science, and led initiatives her senior year as president of the Computer Science Honor Society to inspire young girls in STEM.

Sarah is also a member of the Kappa Delta Sorority and TEDxUofM, where she serves as Conference Design Lead and Speaker Coach. She conducts research with the Michigan Alzheimer’s Disease Center and has been recognized with multiple NCWIT Aspirations in Computing awards. Outside of academics, Sarah enjoys Scottish Highland dance and playing the piano.

Sarah Olson

Sarah Olson is a senior Computer Science major at Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI), an NCWIT Higher Ed Alliance member institution in Worcester, MA. She became a part of the NCWITAiC Community in 2021, and is excited to be a Campus Rep. Two of her passions beyond CS are video editing (and other forms of storytelling) and anything to do with airplanes. Sarah is also passionate about accessibility and hopes to use computing to improve the support available for children with learning differences in public school settings.

Shradha Godishala

"A philosophy that always intrigued me was the connection between technology and the humanities. Although many disagree with combining the two, the philosophy of connecting technology and the humanities is the gateway to a better world."

Shradha is studying Data Science and Economics, with an Entrepreneurship certificate, at the University of Wisconsin - Madison, an NCWIT Higher Ed Alliance member institution. There's another Campus Rep at UW-Madison, too: Meet Taylor Wilmot!

"Working within Data Science within the start-up space helps me create within my philosophy."

Shreeya Wadodkar

Shreeya Wadodkar is studying computer science with a minor in graphic communications at North Carolina Sate University, an NCWIT Higher Ed Alliance member institution. She's also a 2023 National Honorable Mention for the NCWIT Aspirations in Computing High School Award. Shreeya is passionate about the intersection of creativity and tech and creating safe spaces in the field of technology. She serves as a board member for her school's chapter of ACM SIGGRAPH, a national interest group for computer graphics and interactive techniques. She strongly believes in the power of community and connecting with nature. Outside of academics, Shreeya enjoys dancing, specifically Kathak, a classical Indian dance.

Shriya Sudhakar

Shriya Sudhakar is a CS Major in the College of Engineering at Cornell University, an NCWIT Higher Ed Alliance member institution. She first got involved with NCWITAiC in 2019, and since then, she has been a 3-time recipient of the National Honorable Mention for the NCWIT Aspirations in Computing High School Award and an AspireIT program leader.

Shriya enjoys connecting with others, whether it be through #AiCmeetups, robotics, Girl Scouts, participating in campus groups and Engineering Project Teams, or tech conferences. As an avid researcher, she is deeply immersed in and fascinated by the use of artificial intelligence (AI) for the greater good. As a Campus Rep, she hopes to bridge the gender gap and increase access to opportunities in STEM. Outside of tech, Shriya enjoys playing the violin, spending time in parks and gardens, and reading (sci-fi, classics, dystopian).

Sirihaasa Nallamothu

Sirihaasa Nallamothu is a computer science student at UIUC. She also received a 2024 Honorable Mention for the NCWIT Aspirations in Computing Collegiate Award and was a 2023 National Winner of the NCWIT Aspirations in Computing High School Award. Now, she's excited to give back, as the NCWITAiC Community has supported and encouraged her since she was a freshman in high school. As a Campus Rep, she hopes to expand the NCWITAiC Community's presence on campus, and encourage girls to pursue computer science.

Currently, Sirihaasa is the lead researcher on a study where she collects physiological data on patients with postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome (POTS) to predict vasovagal syncope (spontaneous chronic fainting). To support this study, she's won multiple research grants and has worked with national POTS support groups and research labs. She is also a machine learning intern at AbbVie and past SWE intern at State Farm.

Tassia Corcoran

Tassia is a Management Information Systems major at the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa, an NCWIT Higher Ed Alliance member institution. She is passionate about technology and tries to incorporate an artistic approach whenever she can. Tassia also helps others learn the basics of computers as a Teaching Assistant for ICS 101. Her career aspiration is to be able to help small businesses save money through the efficient use of technology.

Taylor Wilmot

Taylor (she/her) is pursuing a degree in Computer, Data, and Information Science at UW-Madison. With a deep passion for human-computer interaction (HCI) and a keen interest in leveraging technology to foster a sustainable future, Taylor has dedicated herself to advancing these fields.

Her journey with the NCWIT Aspirations in Computing Community began as a sophomore in high school. Since then, she's gained valuable mentorship, connections, and opportunities that profoundly influenced her academic and career path. On campus, Taylor participates in several organizations, including the Society of Women Engineers (SWE), WSUM Student Radio Station, and the Badger Pop Tab initiative.

Thanmayee Boyapati

Thanmayee is a 2022 Affiliate Winner of the NCWIT Aspirations in Computing High School Award. One of her goals is to promote diversity in STEM and encourage more women to realize their potential. To do this, she believes encouraging women in STEM should start earlier. This motivated her to mentor underprivileged students at the Red Lake Indian Reservation who did not have access to the Internet or electronic devices. Despite these challenges, she taught them to code in Arduino and helped them code a little mouse robot they built. She also played a major role in creating the site-to-site Virtual Private Network (VPN), which induces no modification for robot or driver stations and an inexpensive Raspberry VPN, for her team. This enabled her robotics team to write and test the robot code remotely.

As a Campus Rep, she looks forward to welcoming more women to be involved and promoting diversity by providing technical women, genderqueer, and non-binary students at the University of Minnesota - Twin Cities, an NCWIT Higher Ed Alliance member institution, access to a future in tech.

Theresa Wunderlich

Theresa Wunderlich is studying computer science and minoring in mathematics at the University of Portland, an NCWIT Higher Ed Alliance member institution in Oregon.

Vonesha Shaik

Esha is a Computer Science major at Georgia Tech, and is actively involved with HexLabs, Girls Who Code, and Women in Computing at Georgia Tech. As a Campus Rep, she is looking forward to connecting with and building an inclusive and diverse community of women in STEM.

Esha has been engaged in the NCWITAiC Community since 2019 as an AspireIT Leader, Advisory Council Member, and panelist taking a stand on narrowing the gender gap in technology through her initiatives. In the future, Esha aspires to continue using technology for social good and to instill a joy for computing in youth.

Yabesra Ewnetu

Yabesra is pursuing a double major in Computer Science and Biomedical Engineering at Duke University, an NCWIT Higher Ed Alliance member institution. She also engages in various activities — like Kode with Klossy, Technia, Girls Who Code, and more — to empower young women in STEM. With guidance from mentors, she's also shared her experiences and taught web development to peers; continuing the flow of information. Her passion for studying programming and combining it with health comes from personal experiences that motivate her to explore robot-assisted surgeries and AI-based medical imaging. In fact, she's already contributed to creating a cancer-detection system using AI.

"I'm dedicated to patient safety, which includes using error-correcting codes for AI systems in medical procedures. I aim to advance both biotechnology and healthcare."

Yimeng Liu

Yimeng (Yoyo) Liu is a Computer Science and Chemistry student at the University of Toronto. Currently, she's researching at the Chemspace Lab and focusing on using machine learning (ML) in low-energy conformer generation. Yoyo is passionate about ML in chemistry and AI ethics relating to privacy and information security. Outside of academics, she loves to read science fiction and make jewelry.

Yufei Zhang

Yufei Zhang is a curious and passionate Computer Science student at the University of Washington (UW), an NCWIT Higher Ed Alliance member institution. She is dedicated to crafting human-centered AI systems using machine learning and natural language processing to enhance people's lives. In recognition of her commitment to the field, she received a National Honorable Mention for the NCWIT Aspirations in Computing High School Award in 2022.

At UW, Yufei is a CSE Teaching Assistant and serves as the Social Event Coordinator for Computing Community @ UW, the largest CSE student organization. In her role, she organizes department-wide social events, bringing together over 480 attendees to foster a sense of community and collaboration.

Yufei is also a staunch advocate for educational equity, leading her to found the nonprofit organization STEM to Success. Through partnerships with national organizations like the Boys & Girls Club, she's raised more than $2,000 for marginalized communities and impacted hundreds of students through coding camps and webinars. Beyond her coding endeavors, Yufei loves exploring the great outdoors through hiking and camping adventures, learning new songs on her guitar, and reading various types of literature, whether it be poetry, journalism, or novels.