Learning Assistant Coordinators for 2025-26
Ayanmo Adebajo
Major: Biomedical Engingeering
Hello Everyone! My name is Ayanmo Adebajo, and I will be one of your Learning Assistants for this year! I am a senior and some of my favorite hobbies are panting, crocheting, and reading. I look forward to meeting you all this year!
Fun Facts:
- I played violin for 10 years
- I am afraid of butterflies
- I have over 20 cousins
Carla Perez-Espina
Major: Industrial & Systems Engineer
Fun Facts:
- I helped build a RV-12 plane
- I can speak Spanish
- I was apart of a bowling league
Jun Simons
Major: Computer Science
Fun Facts:
- I have reviewed over 500 restaurants
- I love playing and listening to music
- I used to be a ballet dancer
Learning Assistants for 2025-26
Marcus Brown
Major: Aerospace & Mechanical Engineering
Fun Facts:
- I visited 10 countries last year
- I can solve a Rubik's Cube
- I was a lifeguard in high school
Ben Chaput
Major: Aerospace & Mechanical Engineering
Fun Facts:
- I have been on more aircraft in production than in service
- I have a twin
- I have visited every state on the East Coast
Hana Chong
Major: Biomedical Engineering
Fun Facts:
- I sand the U.S. Anthem at a Mets game
- I can knit and crochet
- I have a cat named Chicken
Pearl Davis
Major: Biochemistry/Biophysics
Fun Fact:
- I have 3 brothers
- I like watching TV
- I am the VP for African Student Association
Lune DiFulco
Major: Gaming Simulation Art & Sciences/Communications
Fun Facts:
- I am a DJ for WRPI (my show is Wednesdays at 10PM)
- I love the ocean
- I am a three time former world record holder
Dhruv Girish
Major: Biology (BS/MD) & Health Economics and Biotech
Fun Facts:
- I love cooking international cuisines
- I can speak 5 languages
- I watched all of Grey's Anatomy 5x
Riya Janakiraman
Major: Biology
Fun Facts:
- I live in Georgia
- I am an Indian Classic Dancer
- I picked up a bit of guitar this summer!
Ishneet Kaur
Major: Computer Science and Information Technology Web Science
Fun Facts:
- I am a lifeguard on campus.
- I am studying abroad this year in Italy.
- I love reality shows and my favorite is Survivor.
Grace Killeen
Major: Biochemistry/Biophysics
Fun Facts:
- I have a cat named Archie
- I grew up in China
- I love trying new foods
Chris Kurbiel
Major: Electrical, Computer Systems Engineering
Fun Facts:
- I am an FRC Game Announcer
- I was a national spelling bee participant
- I rode 100+ roller coasters this summer
- I have a mild case of chromaphobia
Xinyan Li
Major: Electrical Engineering
Fun Facts:
- I have a cat named Simba
- I am obsessed with financial independence and early retirement strategies
- I was born on St. Patricks Day, which is why Green is my favorite color.
Camille Lombardi
Major: Aerospace/Mechanical Engineering
Fun Facts:
- I am form Massachusetts
- I am scared of butterflies
- I love Films!
Toby McDonald
Major: Computer Science/Information Technology & Web Sciences Dual
Fun Facts:
- I volunteer as an EMT
- I have a German Shepard name Chief
- I am part of the crew that broadcasts RPI Hockey to ESPN
Nyati Misra
Major: Biomedical Engineering
Fun Facts
- I have 2 dogs (a sheltie and a corgi)
- My favorite movie is The Mummy (1989)
- I was a competitive speech and debate captain in high school
Gabe Moore
Major: Mathematics & Business Analytics
Fun Facts:
- I am from Michigan
- I loke Chicken Parmesan
- I love cars
Dan Pankiv
Major: Electrical Engineering
Fun Facts:
- I can speak Ukrainian
- I am a part-time beekeeper
- I officiate and play ice hockey
Austin Porter
Major: Biomedical Engineering
Fun Facts:
- I have travelled to 60 cities on my bike
- Writing is my favorite hobby
- My top speed in a car is 160 mph
Chris Russell
Major: Mechanical Engineering
Fun Facts:
- I can speak Spanish
- I work on automotives
- I like to play Basketball
Erik Umble
Major: Computer Science & Computer and Systems Engineering
Fun Facts:
- I take over 10,000 pictures per year
- Python & C are my favorite languages
- I am Ecuadorian (Dual Citizen)
Victoria Vazquez
Major: Pre-Med Biomedical Engineering
Fun Facts:
- I build a Prosthetic arm
- I am certified in Dental Radiology
- I can play the guitar & piano
Jacob Walker
Major: Electrical & Computer Systems Engineering
Fun Facts:
- My favorite food is a Milanesa Torta
- I like to run and rock climb
- I am from San Diego, California
Mila Zlatkovic
Major: Computer Science
Fun Facts:
- I am from Massachusetts
- I love to explore new music
- Deer are my favorite animal
