
Meet the Team
Get to know your awesome officers that help Los Ingenieros run every day!
United by a shared passion for innovation and collaboration, our team is committed to empowering the next generation of engineers. Together, we're building a community where excellence thrives, and the possibilities in STEM are limitless. Join us on this exciting journey!
Executive Team

Co-Chair
Esmeralda Ortiz
I'm a 4th-year Chemical Engineering major pursuing a minor in Earth Science. I am passionate about biotech in regenerative medicine and environmental sustainability!
Fun fact: This past summer, I authored a systematic review exploring axolotl biology and its applications in tissue engineeering

Internal Vice-Chair
Yeshua Valdez Rodriguez
Hello, I’m a 3rd-year Statistics & Data Science major with a minor in Speech & Language Technologies. I’m currently an IT Intern at Toyon Research Corporation and a research assistant under UCSB’s Industrial Sustainability Analysis Laboratory.
Fun fact: I was born on Mexican Mother’s Day
Finance Director
Luis Ojendiz
Hello! I’m a 4th-year Electrical Engineering student with hands on experience developing hardware and software automotive projects. After graduating, I plan to pursue a career in automotive engineering, with a strong interest in embedded systems.
Fun fact: I can run a 5k in less than 21 minutes

Secretary
Paola Vargas
Hello! I am a 5th-year Environmental Studies major with a minor in Earth Science. Hoping to get my masters in Environmental Management to go into environmental consulting, conservation or become a Hydrologist.
Fun fact: I went to Cuba during one of my breaks to distribute water filters to communities

Community Outreach Director
Jenisa Morales
I'm a 3rd-year Applied Math and Statistics Major with a minor in physics. I currently do research in the Hawkes Lab working with soft robotics and am also president of this year's robotics club. After graduation, I hope to go into the robotics field.
Fun fact: I'm 3rd for the duck life 3 speedrunning world record

Transfer Representative
Bryan Hernandez
Hi, I'm a transfer student from De Anza College located in the Bay Area pursuing a B.S. in Psychological & Brain Sciences. My goal is to work in higher education in the future as a counselor or classified staff member.
Fun fact: I enjoy cars, going out hiking, fishing, running, watching movies, and eating out with close ones

Freshman Representative
Jose Rocha
My name is Jose Rocha, and I am currently a Biology major at UC Santa Barbara. I plan to pursue Mechanical Engineering in the future. My goals are to work on Mechanical Engineering-related projects, continue developing my technical skills, and give back to my community.
Fun fact: I enjoy playing soccer with friends











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