Resident Technology Assistants

Hi everyone! My name is Abbik Ilyasov, and I'm a senior studying Economics and Data Science. On campus, I am part of the Robert Day Scholars program, one of the heads of APAM and serve on the Board of the Rotaract Club. In my free time, I love exploring new places, trying new food, and taking late night walks! I'm pretty available, so if you see me around, feel free to come say hi. And if you ever need help with your technology, don't hesitate to REACH OUT!

Fun fact: I hiked the tallest mountain in Korea 

Favorite Food: Dumplings 

Hi, my name is Henry Lyons, a rising junior from Santa Fe, New Mexico, studying economics. I'm a member of the CMS Swim and Dive team and the Student Investment Fund. When I'm not in the pool or studying, you'll find me outdoors—especially skiing and hiking. I'm excited to be an RTA again this year!  

Fun Fact: I am an expert at making crème brûlée.

Favorite Food: Anything Ube

Hello all! My name's Aiden Chan, a rising Sophomore from Orange County, California, and I'm studying Economics and Data Science. Outside of being an RTA, I'm a part of Sagehen Capital Management and the Claremont Lacrosse Team. I love doing any fun activity outdoors and immersing myself in a good book/podcast. Looking forward to a great year with you all!

Fun Fact: I love playing ice hockey.

Favorite Food: Steak

Hi there! My name is Brendan Long and I am a rising sophomore majoring in the 3-2 economics engineering program. Aside from being an RTA I am also an APAM mentor as well as a student researcher. You might also see me around doing various club sports. I'm looking forward to meeting everyone and feel free to reach out or say hi whenever! Looking forward to meeting you all!

Fun Fact: I am a beekeeper

Favorite Trader Joe's snack: Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter Cups

Hi everyone! My name is Sol, and I'm a rising senior majoring in Public Policy and Data Science. Besides being an RTA, I'm a data journalist at the Lowe Institute of Political Economy and involved with APASA, Soll Center Tutoring, and First Love. I also love camping, late night drives, and game/karaoke nights. Looking forward to getting to know you all!

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Favorite food: pho, pad thai, and sushi! always up for trying something new!

Hi everyone, my name is Erik I am a rising senior from Long Beach majoring in Economics. On campus I’m also involved with APAM and Sagehen Capital Management. In my free time you’ll find me playing video games, listening to music or hanging out with my friends. I encourage you to reach out if you need any support, want to say hello, or want a rec for a spot to each in orange county. I'm usually around so don’t be afraid to knock on my door!

Fun fact: I am trying to teach myself how to play golf.

Favorite food: Salmon nigiri

Hi everyone! I’m Victoria Huynh, and I’m a rising Sophomore from Portland, Oregon. I’m currently dual-majoring in Integrated Sciences and Public Policy, with the aim of working in the public health sector. On campus, I’m a CARE fellow, a student connection tutor, and a member of Shogo Taiko. Likely, you'll see me lingering around mid-quad or at a dining hall with raw fish. Always open to talk, answer any questions, or go on a spontaneous adventure! 

Fun Fact: I have 25 first cousins, and an uncountable number of second cousins! 

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Hihi! My name is Christy Ahn, and I’m a senior double majoring in Econ and Psych. Besides being an RTA, I’m involved in PCG, First Love, APAM, and Noir Crush on campus. I love exploring new places, trying new sports, watching K-shows, and spending time with friends. I’m also always down for a side-quest, a K-drama binge, or a chill afternoon doing arts and crafts! Excited to get to know everyone, and feel free to say hi or reach out at anytime :)

Fun Fact: I can read upside-down words as fluently as they are right-side up! (shout out Monkeytype for this discovery)

Favorite Food: salmon sushi, and fruit!

Hi everyone! My name is Camden Fujimoto and I am a junior studying economics and government from ‘Aiea HI. I am the captain of the men’s volleyball team, an APAM mentor, and the Hawaii Club president here on campus! I love to play pickleball, try new foods, and go to concerts. I look forward to meeting everyone!

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Hi, I’m Jasper Shue, a rising sophomore from Boise, Idaho currently studying economics. I’m a member of the CMS Swim & Dive team, and outside of school I love backpacking, fishing, and biking. Looking forward to being a part of the team this year!

Fun fact: I’m scuba certified.

Favorite food: Sushi.

What's up, everyone! My name is Anthony Northington. I'm a rising sophomore originally from Louisville, Kentucky (Go Cards!) dual-majoring in Government & Spanish. Outside of being an RTA, I am involved in ASCMC, the Black Student Association, the CMC Model United Nations team, and I work on campus with CARE, the Athenaeum and as a Tour Guide! I also happen to be a FYG this year! When I'm free, you can almost always find me with my closest friends eating, swimming at the Beach, laughing, skateboarding, eating hot chips (preferably hot fries or dinamitas), and listening to music! If you see me around, say hi! I'm super welcoming and would love to support you in any way I can--I wont bite LOL! 

Fun Fact: I was born at 3:33am

Fav Trader Joe's Snack: The Trader Joe's Takis

Hi! My name is Cliff, and I'm a senior majoring in Chemistry with a Data Science sequence. Besides being an RTA, I am currently a TA at the Department of Natural Sciences and a research assistant at Pomona College. I enjoy playing ping pong, lifting, and hiking. Please feel free to reach out with any questions, tech or otherwise. Looking forward to getting to know you all!

Fun fact: I love playing as goalie in foosball.

Favorite food: homemade wontons

Hi! My name is Floribert Rugambage. I am a Senior majoring in Economics and pursuing a Master's in Finance with a Data Science sequence. I am from Kigali, the capital city of Rwanda. (Fun fact: Kigali is the cleanest city in Africa, and its mountainous landscape makes everyone a hiker). In my free time, I love reading news updates, listening to podcasts (my favorite is "UNCONFUSE ME" by Bill Gates) and music, watching Netflix, and spending time with friends. Besides being an RTA for Auen, I am part of the SOURCE club, and I also serve as a president of CMC African Students(CAS). I am so excited to work with you this year. 

Fun Fact: I can sing 3 different voices.

Hi! My name is Kara Mak, and I'm a rising sophomore from LA majoring in Economics and Data Science. I lived in Fawcett last year, and I'm so excited to serve as the RTA this year! Outside of Fawcett Hall, you can find me soaking up the sun on the Hub patio, spending late nights studying at the RDSC, or heading to the village with my friends. At CMC, I'm also involved with Model UN, Girls Who Code, and the Romero Success Coaches. Always feel free to reach out for help (tech-related or not), or just to hang out!

Fun fact: I love taking group fitness classes with my friends!

Favorite food: Things that come in a bowl - poke bowls, acai bowls, CAVA, Chipotle, etc.

Hi everyone! My name is Alejandro, and I'm a rising junior majoring in Integrated Sciences (Brain Concentration) with a Data Science sequence on the pre-med track. Besides being an RTA, I do some neuroscience research, I TA for some classes. I love soccer, I follow the Colombian national team religiously, I love watching their games with friends and family, I'm super excited to meet everyone this year!

Fun Fact: I'm a certified EMT.

Favorite food: The "Bee kind pizza" from Pizza N' Such

Hi everyone! My name is Ananya and I’m a senior from the Philippines studying Economics and Data Science. On campus, you can catch me at Poppa working as an LTA, working with the Graphite Group, or rehearsing with my acapella group, Blue and White! I’m so excited to close out my time as an RTA at senior apartments, so if you need any help, definitely don’t hesitate to reach out to Daniel!

Fun fact: I hate cilantro

Favorite Snack: Fig crackers

Hello! My name is Daniel and I’m a senior studying Economics and History.   On campus, I am involved with the Student Investment Fund, Associated Students of CMC, Financial Economics Institute, Robert Day Scholars, and am a Tour Guide. I’m looking forward to our time at senior apartments, and don’t hesitate to contact Ananya for help!

Fun fact: I’m allergic to raw bananas, but not cooked ones!

Favorite food: Breakfast burritttooosssss

Hi! My name is Anika, I'm a senior studying Human-Centered Design. Besides being an RTA, I'm the Co-President of CWIB and an LTA! Please reach out to me with any questions, always happy to help!

Fun Fact: I met Abby Lee Miller in Santa Monica

Favorite food: Pad thai