Officers 2023-2024 - SOCIETY OF WOMEN ENGINEERS SDSU

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✧SDSU SWE OFFICERS✧ 2023 - 2024

PRESIDENT
Madison White

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Major/Year:	Mechanical Engineering, Junior
Email:	[email protected]
Hometown:	San Diego, CA
Internship/Job Experience:	This summer I was a Rotating Machinery Design Intern at Northrop Grumman!
What inspired you to choose your major?:	Mechanical Engineering attracted me as a major that requires problem-solving and improving and designing new things.
How has SWE impacted you?:	SWE has been an integral part of my college career, professionally and socially. I have made many lifelong friends with women in SWE and also developed professional connections that helped me get the internship I had this summer (SWE conference!).
If I could have dinner with anyone in the world it would be...	Emma Watson!
LinkedIn:	www.linkedin.com/in/madison-white-22ba79228/

VICE PRESIDENT
Leanne Allen

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Major/Year:	Computer Engineering, Junior
Email:	[email protected]
Hometown:	Folsom, CA
Internship/Job Experience:	Associate Software Engineer at G2 Software Systems
What inspired you to choose your major?:	I love anything tech! Computing and technological advancement inspires me every day and the never ending puzzle of it all is fun for me. Particularly with my passions aligning with software engineering, computer engineering felt like a nice blend of honing in my coding skills whilst having a background in electrical engineering too.
How has SWE impacted you?:	SWE has strengthened my leadership skills, allowed me to win scholarships, be a standout candidate when applying to companies, and best of all, allowed me to form a community with a bunch of other nerdy women like myself.
If I could have dinner with anyone in the world it would be...	Ada Lovelace
LinkedIn:	www.linkedin.com/in/leanne-allen-stem

TREASURER
Lauren Miracle

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Major/Year:	Mechanical Engineering, Junior
Email:	[email protected]
Hometown:	Dallas, TX
Internship/Job Experience:	Summer Intern at Dublin City University
What inspired you to choose your major?:	In 7th grade I joined my middle school’s robotics team and I loved it! I had always loved math and science so I figured it would be a good fit! I then decided to take some introductory engineering classes and that sealed the deal.
How has SWE impacted you?:	I have met the most amazing people from SWE. I met my engineering friend group from SWE and have head about so many opportunities that’s are available after graduating with an engineering degree. I have gotten to see engineers work first hand and learned about all the different types of engineering.
If I could have dinner with anyone in the world it would be...	I have met the most amazing people from SWE. I met my engineering friend group from SWE and have head about so many opportunities that’s are available after graduating with an engineering degree. I have gotten to see engineers work first hand and learned about all the different types of engineering.
LinkedIn:	www.linkedin.com/in/lauren-miracle-728367269

SECRETARY
Saja Sinnawi

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Major/Year:	Mechanical Engineering with an Emphasis in Bioengineering, Junior
Email:	[email protected]
Hometown:	El Cajon, CA
Internship/Job Experience:	Completed an internship at NIWC pacific as a Mechanical Engineer intern this summer and I work at woodstocks pizza!
What inspired you to choose your major?:	I've always had a passion for design, and I dream of starting a company that provides affordable medical technologies, but I'm also very interested in space exploration. Mechanical is a broad discipline that allows me to pursue both interests, opening up more opportunities to explore.
How has SWE impacted you?:	The SWE community exposed me to opportunities to network with professionals. Throughout the guest speakers, I can relate to their experiences and ask them questions about this field. SWE helped me understand what I want to pursue and provided a supportive community to expand on my interests.
If I could have dinner with anyone in the world it would be...	Lana Del Rey
LinkedIn:	www.linkedin.com/in/saja-sinnawi-275739219

EVENTS COORDINATOR
Vy Quach

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Major/Year:	Civil Engineering, Junior
Email:	[email protected]
Hometown:	Saigon, Vietnam
Internship/Job Experience:	EOPOS Outreach Assistant, URC Student Assistant
What inspired you to choose your major?:	I've always been interested in the field of engineering, where you get the chance to solve problems and needs in our community through designing and creating solutions that will benefit the people in the long run. I chose Civil Engineering in particular because I saw how vital of a role it has in people's lives, despite it being on the background. Civil Engineering is what enables a city to connect and function, through the roads and freeway systems, the water and sewage system, the railroad system, etc. When you look at a building, there is so much more that went into the process of planning and designing it than just the building itself. You have to take into account the characteristics of the land, how the water system should be, and so much more. That is what Civil Engineering is all about, it's the foundation that makes up our infrastructure and city, and I want to be a part of it.
How has SWE impacted you?:	SWE has given me the opportunity to step out of my comfort zone and interact with my peers here at SDSU. By participating in SWE events, I've gotten the chance to listen to many women professionals in STEM and that has served as a great inspiration for me. And this coming semester, I look forward to serving as SWE's events coordinating officer and the learning opportunities to come.
If I could have dinner with anyone in the world it would be...	I'd have dinner with Shaq, he's always seemed like a super cool and chill guy to talk to.
LinkedIn:	www.linkedin.com/in/vy-quach-107163223

MEDIA PUBLICITY COORDINATOR
Lani Wong

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Major/Year:	Civil Engineering, Sophomore
Email:	[email protected]
Hometown:	Irvine, CA
Internship/Job Experience:	None. I hope to do research under Professor Valdes this year.
What inspired you to choose your major?:	I wanted to help others and not need to deal with lots of people. I love math and I've always been fascinated by architecture so I decided to study civil engineering.
How has SWE impacted you?:	SWE has let me meet new people and adapt to life in college. SWE has helped me grow and provided a support network for me.
If I could have dinner with anyone in the world it would be...	my whole family (which is basically impossible because there is so many of us)
LinkedIn:	www.linkedin.com/in/leilani-l-wong

PROFESSIONAL PUBLICITY COORDINATOR
Ayleen Mendoza

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Major/Year:	Mechanical Engineering with an Emphasis in Bioengineering, Senior
Email:	[email protected]
Hometown:	Long Beach, CA
Internship/Job Experience:	Research assistant under Professor WenWu Xu at SDSU Research assistant under Dr. Samuel Kassegne at SDSU Taught K-12 students and focused on children with behavioral difficulties
What inspired you to choose your major?:	I chose engineering because of my love for STEM. Due to personal experiences, I wanted to change approaches taken in the medical field. I always had an interest in math and physics, but I wasn't exactly sure how to apply it in a way that would impact people in the medical field. After researching, I found the major that fit my interest. Once I actually took classes, I knew it was exactly what I was meant to do. I hope to inspire other women of color to be the change we hope for in society.
How has SWE impacted you?:	SWE has allowed me to feel supported in a male dominated field. It can be very easy to feel isolated being a female Engineer given its population. Organizations like SWE have helped myself and others find the support needed to keep pursuing these male dominated fields. SWE has also provided many network opportunities. During these events, I have met wonderful people that began just like me. They inspire me to keep pursuing my passions.
If I could have dinner with anyone in the world it would be...	Frida Khalo
LinkedIn:	www.linkedin.com/in/ayleenmendoza742

MEMBERSHIP COORDINATOR
Hannah Hong

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Major/Year:	Mechanical engineering with a minor in Cognitive Behavioral science, Senior
Email:	[email protected]
Hometown:	Carlsbad, CA
Internship/Job Experience:	Summer 2019 - Co founder of do good project, Inspire C.O.D.E. (Creation of Dynamic Experiences) Summer 2021 -NIWC Pac Jan 2022 - present - ZIP Launchpad mechanical engineering inter Summer 2022 - Leidos Summer 2023 - Leidos
What inspired you to choose your major?:	Being in an all girls robotics team in high school and also my dad being an electrical engineer
How has SWE impacted you?:	Swe has helped me to connect with others who are in similar situations as me. It has also given me motivation to pursue my passions
If I could have dinner with anyone in the world it would be...	Woozi from Seventeen
LinkedIn:	www.linkedin.com/in/hannah-hongg

FUNDRAISING COORDINATOR
Angelina Khoury

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Major/Year:	Civil Engineering, Junior
Email:	[email protected]
Hometown:	San Diego, CA
Internship/Job Experience:	Currently a Civil Engineering Intern at AECOM
What inspired you to choose your major?:	I decided to choose civil engineering as my major because growing up I have always enjoyed math and problem solving, so I thought that engineering would fit my strengths best. My ultimate goal is to work on building homes and other residential buildings because it has always been something I have been interested in.
How has SWE impacted you?:	SWE has had such a big impact in both my academic and social life. I have made so many connections and new friends just from being in SWE and partaking in events. Being a part of SWE has provided me with so many opportunities to network with different companies and get my name out there while also being a part of a group of girls who all support each other and are always there for one another.
If I could have dinner with anyone in the world it would be...	If I could have dinner with anyone in the world it would have to be Taylor Swift. I have so many questions for her and just want to know all her secrets.
LinkedIn:	www.linkedin.com/in/angelina-khoury-529a13237

COMMUNITY OUTREACH COORDINATOR
Ashley Gray

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Major/Year:	Aerospace Engineering, Junior
Email:	[email protected]
Hometown:	Atlanta, GA
Internship/Job Experience:	I have my private pilot's license.
What inspired you to choose your major?:	I want to leave a positive impact on the world and contribute to projects that further our knowledge of space and the unknown.
How has SWE impacted you?:	SWE has introduced me to so many of my closest friends and given me a great support system and community. It has also opened up so many invaluable professional opportunities.
If I could have dinner with anyone in the world it would be...	Harry Styles
LinkedIn:	www.linkedin.com/in/ashley-gray-4a5206255/

PROFESSIONAL OUTREACH COORDINATOR
Morgan McFarland

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Major/Year:	Mechanical Engineering with an Emphasis in Bioengineering, Junior
Email:	[email protected]
Hometown:	Roseville, CA
Internship/Job Experience:	Summer 2023 internship at ASML as a mechanical design engineer intern
What inspired you to choose your major?:	I was not sure if I wanted to go into the medical field or go into physics/math. Bioengineering and the broadness of mechanical engineering allow me to combine both areas and work to build tangible solutions/applications that will help people.
How has SWE impacted you?:	I have met my best friends in SWE. It has been an incredible experience and has opened up countless doors for my future. As a first generation college student and future engineer in my family, it has also given me an outlet to learn about my career path and gain mentorship.
If I could have dinner with anyone in the world it would be...	Blake Lively
LinkedIn:	www.linkedin.com/in/morgan-mcfarland2