First Year Learning Assistants
Hello everyone, my name is Tiffany and I am a senior from central Pennsylvania. As a first-generation college student, I was pretty clueless as an incoming freshman and found support from my learning assistant at the time. I enjoy helping others and aim to be supportive to you as my LA had been to me. Speaking from experience, all questions are valid questions. I am here to help you transition into this new environment whether you just want to talk, want some advice, or have questions.
Hall: BARH
Major: Chemical Engineering
Hobbies: Baking, crafting, hiking, trying new things, and spending time with friends and family
Office Hours: Wednesdays 8-9 pm and Sundays 7-8 pm
Hello! My name is Eli, and I am a sophomore doing my first year as a Learning Assistant. I am part of student government, SASE, and Partial Credit A Capella.
Hall: Davison
Major: Business Management
Hobbies: Reading, singing, gushing over people’s pets
Office Hours: Tuesday and Friday, 6-7pm
Webex: https://rensselaer.webex.com/meet/chaie
Major: Biochemistry & Biophysics
Bio: Hi everyone! My name is Esther and I'm from Wilmington, Delaware. I am a Biochemistry & Biophysics and Mathematics Dual Major. I've just returned from an internship assisting in a research lab at a museum and I'm excited to return to campus! I'm involved in Judo Club and RPI Ambulance. This is my first semester as an LA and I'm really excited to meet everyone. I'm happy to answer any questions, so feel free to reach out.
Office Hours: Tues 3-4, Thurs: 5:30-6:30
Webex Link: https://rensselaer.webex.com/meet/weyere
Hall: Bray
Hobbies: Drawing, walking
Hi everyone! My name is Jeffrey and I am a senior from New Jersey. This is my second year as an LA, but I have previously worked with first year students as a Bridge Scholars Mentor and as an I-PERSIST Mentor. I am also involved in RPI Student Government.
Hall: Warren
Major(s): Computer Science and Mathematics
Hobbies/Interests: Playing Board Games, Exploring, Listening To Music, Urban Hiking
Office Hours: Sunday 4-5PM; Tuesday 7-8PM
Webex Link: https://rensselaer.webex.com/meet/chaij
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Hey y’all, I’m LA Maya! I’m from a tiny hamlet called Brooktondale, NY, near Cornell University. I’m here for the fall and currently searching for internships at medical device companies for the spring. I write for The Poly, so I know a lot about what’s going on around campus. And I’m also around playing classical music a lot of the time. I transferred into RPI from community college last fall and never had an LA to help me, so I’ll do my best to make everything smoother for you. I’m enjoying getting to meet everyone, so I hope you’ll drop by!
Hall: Bray
Major(s): Biomedical Engineering
Hobbies/Interests: Violin, writing, swimming, Star Trek, hiking (preferably barefoot)
Office Hours: Sundays 2 PM - 3 PM; Wednesdays 6 PM - 7 PM; or by appointment
Webex Link: https://rensselaer.webex.com/meet/johnsm22
Hi everyone! My name is Jess and I am a junior at RPI. I’m from Boston, Massachusetts and this is my second year as a LA. Outside of being a LA, I like to play volleyball and I am one of the Vice Presidents of Alpha Gamma Delta. I’m always happy to help out, so please don’t hesitate to reach out anytime with questions!
Hall: Cary Hall
Major(s): Computer Science & Mathematics
Hobbies/Interests: Travelling, volleyball, watching Netflix
Office Hours: Mondays 7-8pm, Tuesdays 4:30-5:30pm
Webex Link: https://rensselaer.webex.com/meet/cocoj2
Hi everyone! I am LA Chris and a junior from Long Island, NY. At RPI, I have been involved in Alpha Phi Omega, the Contemporary Jazz Ensemble, and RPI Ambulance.
Hall: BARH (remote)
Major(s): Chemical Engineering
Hobbies/Interests: Playing the saxophone, video games, Netflix
Office Hours: Wednesdays 9-10PM, Sundays 9-10PM
Webex Link: https://rensselaer.webex.com/meet/damonc
Hello everyone! My name is Matt and I’m from Nyack, NY. I am currently a Junior studying Civil Engineering with a concentration in Structural Engineering. I’ve been involved in a variety of clubs during my time at RPI, including proudly serving as the manager of my intramural volleyball team. While this is my first semester as an LA, I have significant experience in tutoring and enjoy helping others. Please don’t hesitate to reach out, I’m excited to get to know you!
Hall: Blitman
Major: Civil Engineering
Hobbies: Hiking, baking, Ukulee playing
Office Hours: Tuesday 8:00-9:00 PM, Thursday 8:00-9:00 PM
Webex Link:
Hello everyone! I am LA Saiyam and a senior from Nutley, NJ. At RPI, I have been involved in jazz, Alpha Pi Mu, Tau Beta Pi, The National Society of Leadership and Success, Indian Students Association, and the Institute of Industrial and Systems Engineers. This will be my first semester as an LA and I am really looking forward to helping students!
Hall: Sharp Hall
Major: Industrial and Management Engineering
Hobbies/Interests: Playing the tenor saxophone, Tennis, Watching movies/tv shows, Playing video games
Office Hours: Mondays 6-7 pm and Tuesdays 4-5 pm
Webex Link: https://rensselaer.webex.com/meet/roys29
Hi everyone! My name is Samantha Martin, and I am from the Pocono Mountains in Pennsylvania.
This is my first year being a Learning Assistant, so I’m excited to get to know everyone in my hall!
I’m also part of the executive boards for RPI’s Society of Women Engineers and American Institute of Chemical Engineers. I’m looking forward to seeing students become more academically and professionally confident.
Hall: BarH
Major: Chemical Engineering
Hobbies: Hiking, Drawing, listening to music, and watching scary movies.
Office hours: Mondays and Thursdays 8-9 pm
Webex Room:https://rensselaer.webex.com/meet/martis9
ello everyone! My name is Hebah. I am part of the class of 2024 and from NYC. Outside of the hectic schedule of classes, I enjoy being part of the Fencing club and Student Government. This is my first year being an LA and I am very excited to help make the transition from High School to college as enjoyable and easy as possible! If you have any questions at all, please feel free to reach out.
Hall: Hall Hall AKA Hall^2
Major/Minor: Biochemistry & Biophysics Major, Science, Technology, and Society (STS) Minor
Hobbies: Cooking, Baking, Knitting, Fencing, Swimming, Horseback Riding
Office Hours: Tuesday 8 - 9 PM, Saturday 3 - 4 PM, or by appointment
Webex Link: https://rensselaer.webex.com/meet/moaith
Hello everyone! My name is Sarah, and I am a senior majoring in biology. Besides being an LA, I am active in Circle K, Global Medical Brigades, and AED. This is my first year as a LA, and I am excited to meet everyone. Please feel free to reach out if you have any questions!
Hall: Sharp Hall
Major: Biology
Hobbies: walking, listening to music, solving puzzles
Office hours: Tuesday 4-5PM & Thursday 8-9PM
Webex link: https://rensselaer.webex.com/meet/ahns3
Hi all! My name is Huy and I’m a Sophomore Computer Science major. This is my first year being an LA and I’m very excited to meet all of you and help you make the most out of your first year at RPI! I am also tutoring CS1 through ALAC this semester if you ever want to drop by my office hours. Outside of classes I love rock climbing, skiing and I’ve been doing quite a bit of photography lately.
Hall: BARH
Major: CS
Hobbies: Rock climbing, skiing, photography
Office Hours: Friday & Saturday - 8-9pm
Webex: https://rensselaer.webex.com/meet/chuh4
Hello everyone! My name is Rachel and I am a civil engineering major. I am a sophomore and have joined SWE and Rensselaer motorsport club. This is my first year as a LA, and I am very excited to be helping freshmen adjust to academics and life on campus. Please feel free to reach out if you have any questions!
Hall: Nason Hall
Major: Civil Engineering
Hobbies: biking, watching Hockey and F1, reading, and being outside with friends
Office hours: Monday 4-5PM & Tuesday 4-5PM
Webex link: https://rensselaer.webex.com/meet/hetzlr
Hello! I am Marguerite, and I am a Junior from West Virginia. At RPI, I have been a part of the Women’s Mentoring Program, I-PERSIST Mentoring, Science Ambassadors, and Judicial Board. Last semester, I was an RA, but this is my first time as LA. I am very excited and looking forward to a great semester!
Hall: Cary Hall
Major(s): Mathematics
Hobbies/Interests: Reading, baking, zumba
Office Hours: Sundays 6-7pm, Wednesdays 4-5pm
Webex Link: https://rensselaer.webex.com/meet/demasm
Hi everyone! My name is Erika, and I’m a senior from Florida. This is my second year as an LA but my first year as an in-person LA, so I’m very excited for this semester! Please feel free to reach out to me with any questions you might have!
Hall: Nason Hall
Major(s): Computer & Systems Engineering
Hobbies/Interests: Reading, long walks, binging HBO shows
Office Hours: Tuesdays and Fridays, 4:30-5:30pm
Webex Link: https://rensselaer.webex.com/meet/langle2
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Hello everyone, my name is Abdul. I am a senior student, and I am from western Massachusetts. This is my first year as an LA. I wanted to be an LA because of my past experiences in mentoring. I also really enjoy the learning process and making the process more effective for others. If you have any questions, please reach out; I am always willing to assist.
Major/Minor: Chemical Engineering, Economics
Hall: Crockett Hall
Office Hours: Monday 8-9 PM & Thursday 7:30-8:30 PM
Webex: https://rensselaer.webex.com/meet/ahmeda5
Hobbies: Walking, listening to music, learning random stuff
Hi everyone! I am LA Shiyaam from South Brunswick, NJ, currently a senior ISYE student minoring in Computer Science. I am a member of Alpha Pi Mu, and an active member and treasurer of our school’s Indian Student Association. This will be my second year as a LA but my first time having the in person experience. Please don’t hesitate to reach out in case of anything.Cool thing about me: I’m a huge Roger Federer Fan!
Hall: Hall Hall
Major: Industrial Engineering Minoring in Computer Science
Hobbies/Interests: Binging Movies/Series, Chess, Tennis
Office Hours: Mondays 6-7 PM, Tuesday 4-5 PM
Webex Link: https://rensselaer.webex.com/meet/sivags
Sophomore Year Learning Assistants
i everyone! My name is Karthik and I’m a senior from Poughkeepsie, New York. At RPI, I keep myself busy with undergraduate research, ISA, and as a TA for Engineering Graphics & CAD. Outside of school, I’m an avid trail cyclist and enjoy hiking and cooking with friends. This is my first year as an LA and I’m excited to meet you all!
Hall: E-Complex
Major: Industrial & Management Engineering
Hobbies: Cycling, cooking, hiking
Office Hours: Monday & Wednesday 5-6 PM
Webex Link: https://rensselaer.webex.com/meet/dusik
I will be on campus throughout this academic year! In my free time, I like to listen to music, watch Netflix, and go hiking! This is my third year being an LA, so I'm super excited to be working with all of you!
Major: M.B.A. (Coterm Program)
Undergraduate Degree: Mechanical Engineering
Office Hours: Monday 4pm-5pm and Wednesdays 1pm-2pm
Webex Link: https://rensselaer.webex.com/meet/espina2
I will be remote this semester! In my free time, I like doing arts and crafts-related activities, and I love learning how to do new things. On campus, I am involved in the Indian Students Association and Union Executive Board. This is my first year as an LA, and I am looking forward to working with you all!
Majors: Biology
Office Hours: Sundays 7 PM - 8 PM; Mondays 7 PM - 8 PM
Webex Link: https://rensselaer.webex.com/meet/benavt
I will be remote this semester! I am very active in many clubs on campus with Red & White and ISA being my two favorites. In my free time, I like to play tennis, watch movies, and go on long drives. This is my third semester as an LA and I love this role because it helps me give back to my community.
Dual Major: B.S Biological Neuroscience and Psychological Sciences
Office Hours: Mondays 11 AM -12 PM; Thursdays 5 PM - 6 PM
Webex Link: https://rensselaer.webex.com/meet/vermag
Hi everyone! My name is Tracy and I’m from Brooklyn, NY. I am currently a Junior majoring in Industrial & Management Engineering and Mathematics. At RPI, I am actively involved with the Women at Rensselaer Mentoring Program and the Society of Asian Scientists and Engineers. This will be my first year as a learning assistant and I am super excited to be working with everyone!
Major: Industrial & Management Engineering; & Mathematics
Office Hours: Tuesday 5:00-6:00 PM, Saturday 7:00-8:00 PM
Webex Link: https://rensselaer.webex.com/meet/chenc29