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Society of Women Engineers
University of Michigan
SWE Leadership 2026-2027
Executive Board email: swe.eboard@umich.edu
Neha Rao
President
Year: Senior Major: Chemical Engineering Hometown: Canton, MI
Number of semesters in SWE: 6
Involvement outside of SWE: Hi everyone! I am so incredibly excited to be this year's SWE President! Outside of SWE, I am a Campus Day tour guide, involved with the Sustainable Food Program, and Jeopardy Club! I love trying new restaurants around Ann Arbor, reading and watching movies, and going on walks (usually with a sweet treat at the end!). Favorite SWE Event: WE National Conference
Halima Adegbite
External Vice President
Year: Senior Major: Mechanical Engineering Hometown: Chicago, IL
Number of semesters in SWE: 6
Involvement outside of SWE: Hi! I'm excited to serve as the External Vice President this year. Outside of SWE, I’m involved in ASA and NSBE. In my free time, I enjoy cooking, finding new cafes and restaurants around town, and painting. Favorite SWE Event: WE25 - SWE National Conference in New Orleans
Isabelle Holden
Internal Vice President
Year: Senior Major: Chemical Engineering / Materials Science and Engineering Hometown: Webberville, MI
Number of semesters in SWE: 5
Involvement outside of SWE: Hi! I'm very excited to be serving as the IVP for this upcoming year! In the past, I was a SWIntern and Officer for the CAR committee and a Chair for the Career Fair. Outside of SWE, I'm involved in AIChE, ChemECube, and Club Triathlon, and other than that I love to play the violin and bake. Please reach out if you have any questions or just want to say hello! Favorite SWE Event: ASB Trip or origami!!
Yatee Balan
Treasurer
Year: Senior Major: Robotics / Electrical Engineering Hometown: Pittsburgh, PA
Number of semesters in SWE: 6
Involvement outside of SWE: I love being part of SWE and helping our members grow in leadership and professional development. Some of my favorite memories are helping to plan some of our largest and most rewarding events such as the Fall Engineering Career Fair, bringing over 200 employers and 4500 students for one of the largest student-run fairs in the country, and running the newly established Financial Committee to help support the financial wellbeing of SWE. Favorite SWE Event: Fall Engineering Career Fair
Riya Madabhushi
Secretary
Year: Senior Major: Aerospace Engineering Hometown: Northville, MI
Number of semesters in SWE: 6
Involvement outside of SWE: I'm part of M-SAAVE, and also enjoy swimming, reading, coffee runs, and trying new restaurants, and going to new places with friends. Favorite SWE Event: ASB (Alternative Spring Break)
Corporate and Alumni Relations email: swe.car.info@umich.edu
Sophia Taylor
Corporate and Alumni Relations Co-Director
Year: Junior Major: Chemical Engineering Hometown: Cadillac, MI
Semesters in SWE: 4
Involvement outside of SWE: Hello! I'm Sophia, and I'm excited to serve SWE's leadership for another amazing year! Outside of SWE, I'm the Co-President of Zero Waste Club. I also enjoy reading, watching movies, and seeing live theatre around Ann Arbor!
Favorite SWE Event: EOY Banquet & Career Fair
Huong (Emu) Huynh
Corporate and Alumni Relations Co-Director
Year: Junior Major: Mechanical Engineering Hometown: Portage, MI
Semesters in SWE: 4
Involvement outside of SWE: When I'm not sacrificing my soul to engineering classes, you can find me making sustainable woodburning stoves in BLUElab Sa' Nima' or creating a poster for the Fall Engineering Career Fair. In my free-time, I love to scrapbook and watch k-dramas! Favorite SWE Event: Women in Leadership (WIL) Conference!!
Eva Carey
Finance
Year: Sophomore Major: Chemical Engineering Hometown: Sandy Hook, CT
Semesters in SWE: 1
Involvement outside of SWE: Outside of clubs and classes, I love to read, listen to music, and play or watch basketball!
Saira Naqvi
Administration
Year: Sophomore Major: Chemical Engineering Hometown: Los Altos, CA
Semesters in SWE: 2
Involvement outside of SWE: In my free time, I enjoy hiking, cooking, and spending time with my dogs. Favorite SWE Event: Congressional Visit Days
Sanjana Datla
Professional Relations
Year: Junior Major: Computer Science Hometown: Farmington, MI
Semesters in SWE: 4
Involvement outside of SWE: I'm very excited to be back in CAR this year! Outside of school I enjoy reading and spending time outside. Favorite SWE Event: SWIndia
Avianna Schroeder
Publicity Officer
Year: Senior Major: Chemical Engineering Hometown: Ottawa, OH
Semesters in SWE: 2
Involvement outside of SWE: My name is Avianna Schroeder and I am an upcoming senior in chemical engineering. I am hoping to either pursue engineering in pharmaceuticals or law school when I graduate. In my free time, I like to read and cuddle with my cat.
Favorite SWE Event: CIS Sessions
Devna Jain
Professional Development/EOY Co-Officer
Year: Sophomore Major: Electrical Engineering Hometown: Hyderabad, India
Semesters in SWE: 4
Involvement outside of SWE: I really enjoy watching and playing sports (especially basketball), which got me involved with The Michigan Daily as a sports writer. Outside of that, I enjoy playing the piano, feeding Michigan's exceptionally friendly squirrels, and spending time with friends.
Favorite SWE Event: ASB Trip!
Christina Guo
Professional Development/EOY Co-Officer
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Alisha Malik
Marketing & Membership Director
Year: Junior Major: Biomedical Engineering Hometown: Troy, MI
Semesters in SWE: 4
Involvement outside of SWE: Outside of SWE, I am involved in life support research, MHeal, and the BLI. In my free time, I enjoy trying different foods/cafes, listening to music, water activites, and going for walks!
Favorite SWE Event: WE Conference
Reid Cooper
Web & Media Officer
Year: Junior Major: Electrical Engineering Hometown: Boise, ID
Semesters in SWE: 4
Involvement outside of SWE: Hi! Outside of SWE I enjoy making art, reading, playing video games, working out, and hanging out with my friends. I am also a member of FASA and M-STARX!
Favorite SWE Event: Poker night
Rachel Bishop
Membership Officer
Year: Junior
Major: Chemical Engineering
Hometown: South Lyon, MI
Semesters in SWE: 4
Involvement Outside of SWE:
I’m heading into my third year as a member of SWE, and I absolutely love the community and opportunities it has granted me. I’m excited to fulfill the membership officer position and contribute to more member involvement. Outside of SWE, I enjoy reading, exploring Ann Arbor, and being involved in my sorority.
Favorite SWE Event: EEE Day
Erin O'Malley
Membership Engagement Co-Officer swe.memb-eng@umich.edu
Year: Sophomore Major: Mechanical Engineering Hometown: San Diego, CA
Semesters in SWE: 1
Involvement outside of SWE:
Hii, in my free time I love to hike, camp, and cook! I also love the beach and just hanging out with my friends! Outside of SWE, I’m also on Career Fair chair member for the 2026 Career Fair!
Favorite SWE Event: EEE Day!!
Emily Peisner
Membership Engagement Co-Officer
Year: Sophomore Major: Biomedical Engineering Hometown: Harrisburg, PA
Involvement outside of SWE: Outside of SWE, I am involved with the Jewish Engineering Association. I also spend a large portion of my time stage managing theatre shows as part of my minor in Theatre Design and Production. In my free time, I love to travel, thrift, and volunteer at animal shelters.
Favorite SWE Event: Slime Making!
Lillia Alvarez
Internal Social Officer
Year: Junior Major: Robotics Engineering Hometown: Elizabethtown, PA
Semesters in SWE: 4
Involvement outside of SWE: I am going to be a junior in robotics engineering. I have enjoyed being in SWE for my whole time at UMich, and I can’t wait to continue staying active and meeting for SWEsters!
Favorite SWE Event: Poker Night!!
Kaitlyn Armbruster
Outreach Co-Director
Year: Senior Major: Mechanical Engineering Hometown: Fort Lauderdale, FL
Semesters in SWE: 6
Involvement outside of SWE: Hi! My name is Kait and I am this year's Outreach Co-Director! Outside of SWE, I’m passionate about sports (specifically motorsports and Michigan football), 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
Outreach Co-Director
Year: Junior Major: Computer Engineering Hometown: Omaha, NE
Semesters in SWE: 4
Involvement outside of SWE: Hi, I’m Niki! In my free time, I love binge watching shows, getting lost in a good book, and taking walks outside. I also enjoy trying new cafes and spending time with friends.
Favorite SWE Event: galentines LEGO flower event
Anagha Nair
High School Outreach Officer
Year: Senior Major: Industrial and Operations Engineering Hometown: Troy, MI
Semesters in SWE: 5
Involvement outside of SWE: I like to play pickleball especially during the summer. I also like photography and scrapbooking.
Favorite SWE Event: 5K
Zoe Browdy
Middle School Outreach Officer
Year: Sophomore Major: Biomedical Engineering Hometown: San Francisco, CA
Semesters in SWE: 2
Involvement outside of SWE: I'm very passionate about engineering and excited to share that with younger students! I love to read and run in my free time. I'm also a member of M-HEAL, Beta Mu Epsilon, and MRun.
Favorite SWE Event: Shadow Day
Bella Zamora
Elementary School Officer
Year: Junior Major: Materials Science and Engineering Hometown: Ann Arbor, MI
Semesters in SWE: 3
Involvement outside of SWE: In my free time I like to be outside and explore, I enjoy reading, biking, and playing soccer. Outside of SWE I'm involved in the BLUElab Sa'Nima' Collaborative project team and DIG (Disney Interest Group)!
Favorite SWE Event: EEE Day!
Holly Corteville
SWE++ Co-Officer
Year: Junior Major: Electrical Engineering Hometown: Commerce Township, MI
Semesters in SWE: 3
Involvement outside of SWE: I am a Junior pursuing a degree in Electrical Engineering! I am an electrical co-lead for the Michigan Robotic Submarine Team, and in my free time I love to hike and run.
Favorite SWE Event: Girl's Night Out
Sudeshna Phanindra Kumar
SWE++ Co-Officer
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Christina Bollella
Alternative Spring Break Co-Officer
Year: Sophomore Major: Chemical Engineering Hometown: Brighton, MI
Semesters in SWE: 2
Involvement outside of SWE: Hi! Outside of SWE, I am a peer mentor for the Women in Science and Engineering Residence Program (WISE RP). I am involved in the Chem-E-Car Project Team. I love to run in the Arb and am excited work out in Hadley this year. I enjoy spending time with friends and going to church!
Favorite SWE Event: Alternative Spring Break!!
Christen Cogan
Alternative Spring Break Co-Officer
Year: Junior Major: Biomedical Engineering Hometown: Clarkston, MI
Semesters in SWE: 2
Involvement outside of SWE: Outside of SWE, I work as a Research assistant on Biomechanic Cadaver Testing at UMTRI! In my free time, I enjoy going on walks and spending time with friends and family.
Favorite SWE Event: Engineering Games!
Claire Humburg
Girl Scout Co-Officer
Year: Junior Major: Biomedical Engineering Hometown: Midland, MI
Semesters in SWE: 4
Involvement outside of SWE: Hi! Outside of SWE, I am also involved in the Women's Club Waterpolo Team and Blood Drives United! My hobbies include backpacking, swimming, reading, and watching movies!
Favorite SWE Event: High School Shadow Day
Ava Katz
Girl Scout Co-Officer
Year:Â Sophomore
Major: Mechanical Engineering
Hometown:Â Charleston, WV
Semesters in SWE: 2
Involvement outside of SWE: Hi! My name is Ava Katz, and I am a sophomore majoring in mechanical engineering. I serve as Co-Officer for Girl Scout Outreach for SWE and enjoy volunteering at other outreach events. Outside of SWE, I am a member of Michigan Neuroprosthetics and enjoy skiing, exploring Ann Arbor, and hanging out with friends.
Favorite SWE Event: Girls Night Out
Rawan Fakih
Public Relations Director
Year: Junior
Major: Civil Engineering
Hometown: Dearborn, MI
Semesters in SWE: 4
Involvement Outside of SWE: Hello everyone! I’m so excited to serve as your Public Relations Director this year. I’ve been a part of the PR committee for the past two years now, and I can't wait to build on everything we've done to make this our best year yet! Outside of SWE, you can find me involved with BLUElab Metro and the Society of Arab American Engineers. And outside of campus life, I love to travel, play video games, and build LEGO sets!
Favorite SWE Event: SWE’s End of the Year Banquet!!
Sarbani Sengupta
External Social Officer
Year: Sophomore Major: Mechanical Engineering Hometown: Troy, MI
Semesters in SWE: 1
Involvement Outside of SWE: Outside of SWE and clubs, I enjoy lifting, reading, listening to music, and learning to play the guitar. Favorite SWE Event: SWEetmates final bonding
Bhanuni Laasya Sureddi
Community Relations Co-Officer
SWECommunityRelations@umich.edu
Year: Sophomore Major: Electrical Engineering Hometown: South Lyon, MI
Semesters in SWE: 2
Involvement outside of SWE: I love to read, travel, play tennis, and try new food! Outside of SWE, I'm involved in Pantanal Partnership, Tau Beta Pi, and NOBE Consulting club. Favorite SWE Event: SWE 5K!!!
Molly Nelson
Community Relations Co-Officer
SWECommunityRelations@umich.edu
Year: Sophomore
Major: Mechanical Engineering
Hometown: Blacksburg, VA
Semesters in SWE: 2
Involvement Outside of SWE: I love reading, hiking, traveling, and anything Michigan sports related! Outside of SWE, I am a member of Michigan Neuroprosthetics, where we collaborate to make affordable prosthetics for children.
Favorite SWE Event: SWE 5K Fun Run!
Alivia Abraham
College Relations Co-Officer
Year: Sophomore Major: Chemical Engineering Hometown: Macomb, MI
Semesters in SWE: 2
Involvement outside of SWE: Hi! My name is Alivia and I am so excited to be a member of this year's SWE leadership! In my free time I love to ski, bake, crochet, listen to music, and be outside. Favorite SWE Event: Congressional Outreach Trip
Zainab Zaidan
College Relations Co-Officer
Year: Senior
Major: Mechanical Engineering
Hometown: Dearborn Heights, MI
Semesters in SWE: 2
Involvement Outside of SWE: Mechanical Engineering student at UMich who loves staying active and trying new things. You'll usually find me traveling, at the gym, playing tennis, taking a SolidCore class, or searching for my next favorite coffee shop.
Angelina Burson
Strategic Planning Director
Year: Senior Major: Biomedical Engineering Hometown: Chesterfield, MI
Semesters in SWE: 5
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Outside of SWE, I am a part of the Mott Patient Family Advisory Council, AMPM, ASL Club, and JSA. My hobbies are reading history and science fiction, playing tennis, and traveling (I have studied abroad in both Japan and Australia!). Favorite SWE Event: Congressional Outreach
Anika Hong
Professional Excellence Co-Officer
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Alba Gutierrez Cucurull
Professional Excellence Co-Officer
Year: Senior Major: Biomedical Engineering Hometown: Tarragona, Spain / Rockwall, TX
Semesters in SWE: 6
Involvement outside of SWE: Hi! I'm Alba Gutierrez Cucurull, a senior studying Biomedical Engineering here at Umich! I'm passionate about global health, medical device innovation, and using engineering to improve access to healthcare. Outside of SWE, I like to keep busy... I'm a Project Director for M-HEAL and Team Co-Lead in MHEAL The Initiative, a Resident Advisor for the Michigan Research and Discovery Scholars program, and Intern at MichBio. In my free time, I love traveling and learning new languages, playing tennis and pickleball, trying new coffee shops, and spending time with my family and friends. Favorite SWE Event: Back to school picnic!
Hannah Deeward
Advocacy Co-Officer
Year: Sophomore Major: Biomedical Engineering Hometown: Greenville, MI
Semesters in SWE: 2
Involvement outside of SWE: I am minoring in materials science engineering. Other than SWE, I am involved in the K-Grams penpal program. I also love crafting, playing board games, and getting coffee! Favorite SWE Event: anything involving a craft!
Nitya Gandhi
Advocacy Co-Officer
Year: Sophomore Major: Biomedical Engineering Hometown: Holland, MI
Semesters in SWE: 1
Involvement outside of SWE: Hi everyone! My name is Nitya, and I'm excited to serve as this year's advocacy co-officer. Outside of SWE, I'm a peer mentor in the Women in Science and Engineering Residence Program and involved in F.E.M.M.E.S. and U-M Science Olympiad. Last year I enjoyed being part of Chem‑E‑Car, and this year I'm looking forward to joining a BME project team. Beyond academics, I love cooking, baking, exploring new places, learning new skills, reading inspiring books, giving back to the community through volunteering with various organizations, and taking walks in the Arb. I look forward to another wonderful year with SWE! Go Blue! Favorite SWE Event: Outreach events! It is fun to see the kids engage with the activities, learn about STEM, and show their curiosity and excitement to explore new things.
Teniola Adejana
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Officer
Year: Junior Major: Biomedical Engineering Hometown: Clarksville, MD
Semesters in SWE: 4
Involvement outside of SWE: Hi everyone, my name is Teni! Outside of SWE, I am involved in M-HEAL, Pulmonology research, and work as a Peer Mentor for incoming freshman. In my free time, I enjoy working out, trying new coffee shops, thrifting, spending time with friends, and exploring Ann Arbor. Favorite SWE Event: Congressional Outreach
Sophia Chen
Technical Development Director
Year: Junior Major: Computer Engineering Hometown: Phoenix, AZ
Semesters in SWE: 4
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 involved in research and I'm a part of Women in ECE. Favorite SWE Event: Galentine's Lego Flowers Social
Carla Popovici
Software Officer
swe.techdev.officers@umich.edu
Year: Sophomore Major: Mechanical Engineering Hometown: Rochester Hills, MI
Semesters in SWE: 1
Involvement outside of SWE: Outside of SWE, I am a research assistant in the Energy Transport Lab. I also enjoy reading, playing video/board games, and hiking! Favorite SWE Event: High School Shadow Day!
Kate Martin
External Technical Development Officer
swe.techdev.officers@umich.edu
Year: Sophomore Major: Mechanical Engineering Hometown: Newton, MA
Semesters in SWE: 2
Involvement outside of SWE: Outside of SWE, I'm involved in Atlas Consulting Group and enjoy spending my time running, exploring the outdoors, and traveling. Favorite SWE Event: Volunteering with the Girl Scouts!
Alice Chen
Applied Skills Officer
swe.techdev.officers@umich.edu
Year: Sophomore Major: Computer Engineering Hometown: Novi, MI
Semesters in SWE: 2
Involvement outside of SWE: Outside of SWE, I'm a part of BLiSS and Phi Sigma Rho! In my free time, I like to try out new food places, play tennis, read, and explore new hobbies. Favorite SWE Event: High School Shadow Day
Teniola Adejana
SEE Camp Co-Director
Year: Junior Major: Biomedical Engineering Hometown: Clarksville, MD
Semesters in SWE: 4
Involvement outside of SWE: Hi everyone, my name is Teni! Outside of SWE, I am involved in M-HEAL, Pulmonology research, and work as a Peer Mentor for incoming freshman. In my free time, I enjoy working out, trying new coffee shops, thrifting, spending time with friends, and exploring Ann Arbor.
Favorite SWE Event: Congressional Outreach
Mary Parmigiani
SEE Camp Co-Director
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Hiba Jaffer
SEE Camp Officer
swe.seecamp.officers@umich.edu
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Angela Chang
Career Fair Co-Director
Year: Senior Major: Biomedical Engineering Hometown: Chiayi, Taiwan
Semesters in SWE: 5
Involvement outside of SWE: Outside of SWE, I am involved in M-HEAL Solar Fridge Project Team and engineering education research. I enjoy going on runs, reading, writing, learning new languages, and spending time with friends.
Favorite SWE Event: WE24 in Chicago!
Sophia Taylor
Career Fair Co-Director
Year: Junior Major: Chemical Engineering Hometown: Cadillac, MI
Semesters in SWE: 4
Involvement outside of SWE: Outside of SWE I'm the President of Zero Waste Club and Vice President of Outreach Initiatives Residence Hall Association. You can often find me taking in Ann Arbor's theatre scene, enjoying good food, or taking a nap after classes!
Favorite SWE Event: EOY
Kaamaakshi Ati
SWIndia Co-Director
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Makenzie Womack
SWIndia Co-Director
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SWEet Caroline
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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.
Nicole Wein
Faculty Advisor
Nicole Wein is an assistant professor in Computer Science & Engineering (CSE) at the University of Michigan. Her research area is theoretical computer science. She obtained her PhD from MIT advised by Virginia Vassilevska Williams. She holds a Masters from Stanford University and a B.S. from Harvey Mudd College. Prior to joining University of Michigan, she was a postdoctoral researcher at DIMACS at Rutgers University and at the Simons Institute at UC Berkeley.