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Society of Women Engineers
University of Michigan
SWE Leadership 2025-2026
Executive Board email: swe.eboard@umich.edu
Sydney Gratopp
President
Year: Senior Major: Chemical Engineering Hometown: South Lyon, MI
Involvement outside of SWE: Hi everyone! I'm excited to be this school year's SWE president! Outside of SWE and school, you can find me at Michigan sporting events, going on walks, hanging out with friends, or at Condado Tacos. Favorite SWE Event: Blanket Making
Grace Pang
External Vice President
Year: Senior Major: Computer Science Hometown: Ann Arbor, MI
Involvement outside of SWE: Hi! I'm Grace and I will be serving as the External Vice President this year. Outside of SWE, I am involved in Michigan Baja Racing and GEECS. I also enjoy reading, baking, and going on long walks! Favorite SWE Event: Lego Flower Making
Prabhleen Pawar
Internal Vice President
Year: Senior Major: Computer Science Hometown: Haslett
Involvement outside of SWE: Hi, my name is Prabhleen and I am this years IVP! Outside of SWE I love to go on hikes, read and play tennis. Favorite SWE Event: High school shadow day
Aashi Mishra
Treasurer
Year: Major: Hometown:
Involvement outside of SWE: Favorite SWE Event:
Madeleine Gonley
Secretary (Fall)
Year: Senior Major: Chemical Engineering Hometown: Ridgefield, CT
Involvement outside of SWE: Hi guys, My names Maddy and I am a senior in chemical engineering, and one of the EBoard Secretaries! I also am involved in on campus research and encouraging the next generation of researchers with UROP. Outside of SWE I enjoy going on hikes, grabbing coffee, and playing the Wii! Feel free to reach out and schedule a coffee chat :) Favorite SWE Event: Lego flower building!
Victoria Spencer
Secretary (Winter)
Year: Senior Major: CSE and IOE Hometown: Northern Virginia
Involvement outside of SWE: I’m currently taking a co-op at Disney, and on campus I’m involved in Phi Sigma Rho, an engineering sorority
Favorite SWE Event: Spaghetti Towers!
Corporate and Alumni Relations email: swe.car.info@umich.edu
Aarushi Singh
Corporate and Alumni Relations Co-Director
Year: Senior Major: Computer Science Hometown: Canton, MI
Involvement outside of SWE: Outside of clubs and classes, I love exploring cities, going on walks, and trying new hobbies! I like trying different cuisines and restaurants. Favorite SWE Event: EOY Banquet <3
Shaniya Thomas
Corporate and Alumni Relations Co-Director
Year: Junior Major: Computer Engineering Hometown: Memphis, TN
Involvement outside of SWE: In my free time, I love to bake, travel, read, and listen to music. Favorite SWE Event: End of Year Banquet
Marissa Whitten
Finance
Year: Senior Major: Industrial and Operations Engineering Hometown: Brighton MI
Involvement outside of SWE: I am a senior in IOE, and I am a sister in Phi Sigma Rho, a social sorority for women in science and engineering! On top of that, I am the undergraduate liaison for INFORMS@UM! I love reading and watching F1, feel free to reach out about anything! Favorite SWE Event: Anything with free food :)
Sophia Taylor
Administration
Year: Sophomore Major: Chemical Engineering Hometown: Cadillac, Mi
Involvement outside of SWE: Outside of SWE I'm involved in ZeroWaste Club and the Residence Hall Association. You can also find me doing trivia for Michigan's Quiz Bowl Team! I love reading, watching movies, and seeing live theatre around AA! Favorite SWE Event: EOY Banquet
Sanjana Datla
Student Coordinator & Alumni Relations Officer
Year: Sophomore Major: Computer Science Hometown: Farmington, MI
Involvement outside of SWE: Hi everyone! My name is Sanjana and I'm excited to be part of SWE leadership this year! In my free time, I like to watch comedy, run, and spend time with my friends. Favorite SWE Event: SWIndia
Aleksandra Putintceva
Publicity Officer
Year: Junior Major: Electrical Engineering Hometown: Chicago, IL
Involvement outside of SWE: Outside of SWE, I am involved in a project team, a volunteering group, and a few jobs, including being a study group facilitator. In my free time, I like going on walks, watching shows, reading, hiking, and honestly, I’m up for just about anything if it means spending time with people I enjoy!
Favorite SWE Event: SWE Fun Run
Isabelle Holden
Purchasing Officer
Year: Junior Major: Chemical Engineering and Materials Science and Engineering Hometown: Webberville, MI
Involvement outside of SWE: Outside of SWE I’m on the Executive board for the UofM AIChE chapter as the Public Relations officer and the secretary for Concrete Canoe. I also enjoy playing the violin and swimming.
Favorite SWE Event: Cookie Decorating or Origami
Andrea Ouk-Gutierrez
Professional Development/EOY Co-Officer
Year: Senior Major: Aerospace Engineering Hometown: Yucca Valley, California
Involvement outside of SWE: My goal is to create meaningful opportunities for engineering students to grow professionally and connect with industry leaders. As Co-Officer for Professional Development Day and the End of Year Banquet, I help organize events that prepare students for career success while celebrating SWE’s community. Outside of SWE, I enjoy reading, drawing, and scrapbooking.
Favorite SWE Event: ASB Trip & WE Local Conference
Huong (Emu) Huynh
Professional Development/EOY Co-Officer
Year: Sophomore Major: Mechanical Engineering Hometown: Portage, MI
Involvement outside of SWE: Outside of SWE, I'm involved in BLUElab Sa' Nima' and the Career Fair. When I'm not bombarded by homework, I like to watch kdramas, read books, and do scrapbook journaling!
Favorite SWE Event: Congressional Outreach Trip!
Carina Bazac
Marketing & Membership Director
Year: Junior Major: Biomedical Engineering Hometown: Long Island, NY
Involvement outside of SWE: Outside of SWE, I love spending time with friends & family, making pottery, and teaching!
Favorite SWE Event: Mug Painting!
Alisha Malik
Media & Web Presence Officer
Year: Sophomore Major: Biomedical Engineering Hometown: Troy, MI
Involvement outside of SWE: Outside of SWE, I am involved in the Women in Science and Engineering Residence Program and a Research Assistant through the Department of Surgery. In my free time, I enjoy trying different foods and cafes!
Favorite SWE Event: Paint by the number
Julia Huth
Membership Officer
Year: Junior
Major: Computer Science
Hometown: Wayne, NJ
Involvement Outside of SWE:
Julia is a Junior majoring in Computer Science with minors in Business through the Ross School of Business and Entrepreneurship. Outside of SWE, Julia is involved in GEECS, MCSP, Barger Leadership Institute, and Riley's Way UofM where she maintains a board position with the national Riley's Way Foundation. In her free time, Julia enjoys cheering on the Wolverines, traveling, and going to concerts.
Favorite SWE Event: Lego Flower Making!
Halima Adegbite
Membership Engagement Co-Officer swe.memb-eng@umich.edu
Year: Junior Major: Mechanical Engineering Hometown: Chicago, IL
Involvement outside of SWE:
Outside of SWE, I’m involved in ASA, NSBE, and Michigan Baja Racing. In my free time, I enjoy cooking, finding new cafes and restaurants around town, and reading.
Favorite SWE Event: ASB 2025
Riya Madabhushi
Membership Engagement Co-Officer
Year: Junior Major: Aerospace Engineering Hometown: Northville, MI
Involvement outside of SWE: I'm part of MRover, and also enjoy swimming, reading, coffee runs, and trying new restaurants with friends.
Favorite SWE Event: ASB Trip :)
Bella Callfas
Internal Social Officer
Year: Sophomore Major: Materials Science and Engineering Hometown: Bend, Oregon
Involvement outside of SWE: In my spare time I enjoy reading, going on runs, baking, and trying new foods! I hope to do work on developing and researching sustainable polymers.
Favorite SWE Event: The hot chocolate crawl! It was so fun getting to meet grad students and talk to other SWE members.
Prisha Agnihotri
Outreach Co-Director
Year: Senior Major: Computer Science Engineering Hometown: Troy, MI
Involvement outside of SWE: Along with SWE, I am part of CLAWS (Collaborative Lab for Advancing Work in Space) and MAE Magazine. In my free time I enjoy running, hiking, reading, and trying new foods!
Favorite SWE Event: WE23 LA Conference
Victoria (Tori) Brown
Outreach Co-Director
Year: Senior Major: Industrial and Operations Engineering Hometown: Ypsilanti, MI
Involvement outside of SWE: I enjoy art, going for walks, and playing trivia. Outside of SWE, I am a part of the Graham Sustainability Scholars Program, Women in Science and Engineering Residence Program Recruitment Team, and Office of Undergraduate Admissions Student Ambassadors program.
Favorite SWE Event: Girls' Night Out 🫶
Nishita Shah
High School Outreach Officer
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Victoria Joel
Middle School Outreach Co-Officer
Year: Junior Major: Chemical Engineering Hometown: Morristown, NJ
Involvement outside of SWE: Outside of SWE I'm a part of the College of Engineering Peer Mentor Program and UM's chapter of AIChE. One of my hobbies is collecting vinyl records because I love anything vintage!
Favorite SWE Event: Girl's Night Out
Holly Corteville
Middle School Outreach Co-Officer
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Aubrey Hickmott
Elementary School Co-Officer
Year: Senior Major: Industrial and Operations Engineering, Business Minor Hometown: Ortonville, Michigan
Involvement outside of SWE: Outside of SWE I work as an Instructional Aid for IOE 333, a class focused on ergonomics and healthy work environments. I am a member of Elementary Engineering Partnerships, an organization that volunteers at AAPS once a week. I'm also in a social sorority - Alpha Delta Pi!
Favorite SWE Event: SWIndia!
Kaitlyn Armbruster
Elementary School Co-Officer
Year: Junior Major: Mechanical Engineering Hometown: Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Involvement outside of SWE: Outside of SWE, I’m involved with the MASA project team and serve as a buddy for international students through our Abroad Offices Buddy Program. Beyond academics, I’m extremely passionate about motorsports, love exploring new places through travel, enjoy running, and spending time with friends and family!!
Favorite SWE Event: Any outreach event! I love being able to interact with the Ann Arbor community!!!
Niki Lin
SWE++ Co-Officer
Year: Sophomore Major: Computer Engineering Hometown: Omaha, Nebraska
Involvement outside of SWE: Hi! I’m Niki, and outside of SWE I’m also involved in STARX. I love spending time with friends, reading (I love to talk about anything book related), and watching kdramas, cdramas, and other TV shows (I love giving and receiving recs!!).
Favorite SWE Event: Off the top of my head, one of the more recent events I really enjoyed was shadow day. It was fun to see young kids being so excited about umich, classes, and college.
Amy Shi
SWE++ Co-Officer
Year: Sophomore Major: Computer Science Hometown: Queens, NY
Involvement outside of SWE: Outside of SWE, I am a research assistant working in the Department of Comparative Literature. During my free time, I enjoy cafe hopping in new cities and spending time with friends.
Favorite SWE Event: I haven’t had the chance to attend many SWE events yet, but I’m excited to get involved this year.
Sumedha Katti
Alternative Spring Break Co- Officer
Year: Sophomore Major: Mechanical Engineering Hometown: Dubai, UAE
Involvement outside of SWE: Hi! My name is Sumedha and I will be serving as an ASB Co-officer for this year. I am from Dubai, and in my free time I am learning how to be a DJ. A fun fact about me is that I speak 4 languages and I have learnt around 10 in my whole life!
Favorite SWE Event: Volunteering for valentines day!
Angela Chang
Alternative Spring Break Co-Officer
Year: Junior Major: Biomedical Engineering Hometown: Chiayi, Taiwan
Involvement outside of SWE: Outside of SWE, I am involved in M-HEAL (Solar Fridge Project Team) and behavioral neuroscience research. My hobbies include running, writing, learning new languages and trying out cafes with friends.
Favorite SWE Event: WE24 in Chicago!
Amy Do
Girl Scout Officer
Year: Senior Major: Data Science Hometown: Garden City, Michigan
Involvement outside of SWE: Outside of SWE I love to go on runs, draw, paint, and watch Gilmore Girls! I am also on E-Board for the Michigan Data Science team so feel free to reach out with any questions!
Favorite SWE Event: Girl Scouts!
Neha Rao
Public Relations Director
Year: Junior
Major: Chemical Engineering
Hometown: Canton, MI
Involvement Outside of SWE: Outside of SWE, I am involved with the M-HEAL Project Initiative, Alpha Chi Sigma Fraternity, Michigan Jeopardy Club, and a Campus Day Leader. I enjoy baking, reading, and trying new restaurants!
Favorite SWE Event: Hot Chocolate Crawl!
Rawan Fakih
External Social Officer
Year: Sophomore Major: Civil Engineering Hometown: Dearborn, MI
Involvement Outside of SWE: Hi everyone! My name is Rawan Fakih, and I'm so excited to be this year's External Social Officer! On campus, I'm also involved with BLUElab Metro and the Society of Arab American Engineers, where I enjoy collaborating with others and making a positive impact. In my free time, I love playing all kinds of games, including video games, board games, and card games. I also enjoy traveling, listening to music, and playing sports! Favorite SWE Event: SWE x SAAE Women in Engineering Panel
Anagha Nair
Community Relations Co-Officer
SWECommunityRelations@umich.edu
Year: Junior Major: Industrial and Operations Engineering Hometown: Troy, MI
Involvement outside of SWE: I like to play pickleball especially during the summer. I also like photography and scrapbooking. Favorite SWE Event: SWE 5K Fun Run!
Somya Valecha
Community Relations Co-Officer
SWECommunityRelations@umich.edu
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Nithya Samba
College Relations Co-Officer
Year: Junior Major: Computer Engineering, Robotics Hometown: Dallas, TX
Involvement outside of SWE: I love trying new foods, reading a good thriller book or binging a Netflix show! Outside of SWE I am involved with Zeta- Pi! Favorite SWE Event: SEE camp
Rishika Satapathy
College Relations Co-Officer
Year: Senior
Major: Data Science and Public Health
Hometown: Northville, MI
Involvement Outside of SWE: Outside of SWE, I am a part of Girls Who Code, Michigan Data Science Team, Public Health Student Assembly, and Kids Kitchen. In my free time, I like to cook, read mystery novels, and garden!
Favorite SWE Event: ASB Trip
Arleen Cheema
Strategic Planning Director
Year: Senior Major: Computer Science Hometown: Troy, MI
Involvement outside of SWE:
I love going on runs and listening to R&B/rock music! Outside of SWE I am involved in a software consulting club at Michigan called Innovation for Impact! Favorite SWE Event: WE24!
Ally Park
Professional Excellence Co-Officer
Year: Senior Major: Data Science, Music Performance - Clarinet Hometown: Los Altos, CA
Involvement outside of SWE:
Ally is a senior pursuing a dual degree in Data Science and Music Performance - Clarinet who will be one of SWE's Professional Excellence Co-Officers. As a recent transfer to U-M from UCSB, she is excited for another year of SWE and connecting with new and returning SWEsters. She is involved in the School of Music, Theater & Dance's concert bands, bioinformatics research, PACCAR (bio + coding club), and TASA (Asian social org). Outside of SWE, you can find her practicing her clarinet, playing soccer, going to live performances (concerts, theater productions, comedy shows, fairs, etc), and trying new foods. Favorite SWE Event: ASB Trip
Teniola Adejana
Professional Excellence Co-Officer
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Lydia Frasz
Advocacy Officer
Year: Senior Major: Chemical Engineering Hometown: Boyne City, MI
Involvement outside of SWE:
Hi everyone!
My name is Lydia, and I'm a senior studying Chemical Engineering in combination with the International Minor for Engineers and a minor in Energy Science and Policy. Additionally, I'm an Erb Undergraduate Fellow and part of the Perot Jain TechLab Climate Change's 2025 Cohort. Through these learnings and programs, I've gained insights into the successful implementation of sustainable solutions - fueling my goal of improving the lives of people through the betterment of the planet.
Beyond understanding the linkages between engineering, policy, business, and research to improve the earth, my passion for the environment and connecting with others drives my extracurricular focuses as well. I love playing intramural soccer, ski instructing, trying new restaurants with friends, exploring the Midwest and Great Lakes, and playing euchre with my family.
After graduating this upcoming Spring, I hope to continue learning about environmental solutions, specifically in the space of energy, and pursue a career focused on the identification, formulation, and application of such solutions.
Favorite SWE Event:
SWE 5K
Raaga Dandavolu
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Co-Officer
Year: Senior Major: Computer Science, Cognitive Science Hometown: Troy, MI
Involvement outside of SWE: I’m currently double majoring in Computer Science and Cognitive Science and am interested in working with AI in the future especially in VR and AR. Outside of SWE, I mentor robotics teams and my hobbies include singing, reading, and writing. Favorite SWE Event: Women in Leadership Conference
Angelina Burson
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Co-Officer
Year: Junior Major: Biomedical Engineering Hometown: Kauai, Hawaii
Involvement outside of SWE: Double minors in Asian Languages and Culture and International Minor for Engineers.
Outside of engineering, I love learning languages, history, playing tennis, and traveling! Favorite SWE Event: Safehouse Package Making
Samia Morshed
GradSWE Officer
Year: Senior Major: Mechanical Engineering Hometown: Dhaka
Involvement outside of SWE: Hi! I’m Samia Morshed, an undergraduate mechanical engineering student and a GradSWE officer. I’m passionate about supporting women in STEM and helping build a strong grad-undergrad community. Outside of engineering, I enjoy art, music, and exploring new cities. Favorite SWE Event: Hot chocolate crawl!
Paige Trevillian
Team Tech Connections Director
Year: Senior Major: Chemical Engineering Hometown: Midland, MI
Involvement Outside of SWE: Born and raised in Midland, MI, I love spending my time in northern Michigan enjoying nature. While I’m in school, I work as a Community Center Assistant and an Engineering 110 DA, and spend my free time baking, reading, or playing card games. Favorite SWE Event: WELocal Milwaukee or Lucky Charms event!
Manasa Gollapalli
Team Tech Connections Co-Officer
swe.techdev.officers@umich.edu
Year: Junior Major: Electrical Engineering Hometown: Canton, MI
Involvement outside of SWE: I am a member of BLUELab Metro and I'm involved in research on campus. In my free time, I love trying new recipes, attending concerts, and singing. Favorite SWE Event: WIL conference
Daniella Ranario
Team Tech Connections Co-Officer
swe.techdev.officers@umich.edu
Year: SophomoreC Major: Computer Science Hometown: Las Vegas, NV
Involvement outside of SWE: Outside of SWE, I am in the Michigan Engineering Consulting Group and NASA CLAWS Project Team. I also love fitness, reading, and traveling. Favorite SWE Event: Washington DC Congressional Outreach Trip
Sophia Chen
Team Tech Connections Co-Officer
swe.techdev.officers@umich.edu
Year: Sophomore Major: Computer Engineering Hometown: Phoenix, AZ
Involvement outside of SWE: I love binge-watching dramas, listening to music, and reading. I also have a huge sweet tooth! Outside of SWE, I'm part of the Autonomous Robotic Vehicle project team and Women in ECE. Favorite SWE Event: Clay Sculpting Event
Grace Pang
SEE Camp Co-Director
Year: Junior Major: Computer Science Hometown: Ann Arbor, MI
Involvement outside of SWE: I enjoy baking and reading in my free time. Outside of SWE, I am involved in Michigan Baja Racing and GEECS.
Favorite SWE Pun: SWEet mates!
Sara Gregg
SEE Camp Co-Director
Year: Junior Major: Aerospace Engineering Hometown: Lake Orion, MI
Involvement outside of SWE: Outside of SWE, I'm involved in M-CLOUD and SGT. In my free time, I enjoy running, going on walks, and crocheting.
Favorite SWE Event: SWE 5K
Abi Parivakkam
SEE Camp Co-Officer
swe.seecamp.officers@umich.edu
Year: Junior Major: Aerospace Engineering Hometown: Novi, MI
Involvement outside of SWE: I am a sophomore studying aerospace engineering. Outside of SWE, I am also a part of M-Fly and Women in Aerospace and Aeronautics. In my free time, I like to crochet, bullet journal, and play tennis.
Favorite SWE Pun: SWEet
Nithya Samba
SEE Camp Co-Officer
swe.seecamp.officers@umich.edu
Year: Junior Major: Computer Engineering and Robotics Hometown: Dallas, TX
Involvement outside of SWE: I love trying new foods, reading a good thriller book or binging a Netflix show! Outside of SWE I am involved with Zeta- Pi!
Favorite SWE Event: SEE camp
Teni Adejana
SEE Camp Co-Officer
swe.seecamp.officers@umich.edu
Year: Sophomore Major: Biomedical Engineering Hometown: Clarksville, Maryland
Involvement outside of SWE: Outside of SWE I love to hang out with friends, try new coffee shops, and binge watching shows. I love to meet new people and travel the world!
Favorite SWE Pun: SWEsome
Yatee Balan
Career Fair Co-Director
Year: Junior Major: Robotics Hometown: Pittsburgh, PA
Involvement outside of SWE: I love being part of the SWE community and planning the upcoming Fall Engineering Career Fair with a talented and dedicated group of friends!
Favorite SWE Event: Congressional Outreach Trip
Rachel Marina Ward
Career Fair Co-Director
Year: Junior Major: Naval Architecture & Marine Engineering, Materials Science Engineering Hometown: Newport Beach, CA
Involvement outside of SWE:
Outside of SWE and her studies, Rachel is an avid sailor on the UofM sailing team! In her free time, she loves to read, camp, and go off-roading!
Favorite SWE Event: Congressional Outreach!
Aashi Mishra
SWIndia Co-Director
Year: Junior Major: Computer Science Hometown: Westfield, NJ
Involvement outside of SWE:
I am a member of the software subteam on MASA and am currently doing research on the predictions of solar events using radio antennae and a Python data processing pipeline with Professor Justin Kasper
Hobbies: Hiking, Reading, Netflix shows Favorite SWE Pun: SWEesters
Jade Friedlis
SWIndia Co-Director
Year: Senior Major: Mechanical Engineering Hometown: Grand Ledge, MI
Involvement outside of SWE:
I play trumpet in the Michigan Marching Band and Basketball Band and am President of Michigan Theme Park Engineering and Design. I also have minors in French, Music, and Art & Design!
Favorite SWE Event: SWIndia of course!
SWEet Caroline
Section Mascot
Dianne Tykoski
Section Advisor
Dianne is a University of Michigan Alumna, and a Human Factors Engineer at Toyota supporting Trucks and SUVs. Since college, she has been dedicated to mentoring young people in STEAM through organizations like SWE, FIRST Robotics, and Scouts of America. Dianne is passionate about empowering individuals to succeed by breaking down barriers and fostering meaningful connections.
Rohini Bala Chandran
Faculty Advisor
Rohini Bala Chandran is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Michigan. She obtained her B.S. (2008) from the Birla Institute of Technology and Science (BITS-Pilani), India, an M.S (2010) and a Ph.D. (2015) from the University of Minnesota, Twin Cities, all in Mechanical Engineering. She was a postdoctoral researcher at Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory between 2015–2017 in the Energy Storage & Distributed Resources division. Dr. Bala Chandran is a recipient of several awards including the Bergles-Rohsenow Young Investigator Award in Heat Transfer (2023), the NSF CAREER award (2022), the Doctoral New Investigator (DNI) award from the American Chemical Society Petroleum Research Fund, ACS-PRF (2021), and a Doctoral Dissertation Fellowship at the University of Minnesota (2014–2015).