2021-2022 UMN ACM-W OFFICERS
Preeti Pidatala - President
Class of 2023
Major: Computer Science
Minor: Math
Favorite CS Class: 2021 because even though it was so challenging, it was extremely rewarding to complete projects and problem solve throughout the course!
Favorite Non-CS Class: YOST 1366: Stories of Resistance and Change, It was such a different atmosphere from my other CS classes and I loved the discussion aspect of the class
Fun Fact: I’m an Indian Classical dancer and have been dancing for 14 years!
Jada Lilleboe - Recruitment Chair Officer
Class of 2024
Major: Computer Science
Minor: Technical Writing & Communication
Favorite CS Class: CSCI1133. This was my first introduction to programming and I had such a fun time learning Python!
Favorite Non-CS Class: WRIT1001, I liked learning about what technical writing is and some its different genres
Fun Fact: My favorite food is a pomegranate
Anjali Ratnam - Secretary
Class of 2024
Major: Computer Science
Minor: Management
Favorite CS Class: CSCI 1933 because the projects were really interesting
Favorite Non-CS Class: MKTG 3001 because I like marketing
Fun Fact: I love to travel!
Yna Roxas - Treasurer
Class of 2023
Major: Computer Science
Minor:
Favorite CS Class: CSCI 2041, because learning OCaml was really fun
Favorite Non-CS Class: PHAR 1002, because I finished the entire course in 2 hours
Fun Fact: I love playing video games such as League of Legends and Valorant!
Sandhya Ratnam - Vice President
Class of 2022
Major: Computer Science
Minor:
Favorite CS Class: CSCI 4511W because it was really interesting, and I learned a lot about AI, which I can use in future work
Favorite Non-CS Class: I took an Entrepreneurship class while studying abroad in Ireland where we had to talk to CEOs of Irish companies and create a new business plan for them, which was a lot of fun
Fun Fact: This is my 5th year in ACM-W!
Rocío Cotta Antúnez - Graphics Officer
Class of 2024
Major: Computer Science
Minor:
Favorite CS Class: CS 1133 - I’m a sophomore so I have not taken that many classes yet, but I really enjoyed my first ever computer science class, CSCI 1133. It was a great way to start learning programming and I loved Python!
Favorite Non-CS Class: PE 1015 - I am taking it this semester and I am so excited to learn more about weight training, I’ve trying to get into it for a while so I am sure the class will be really helpful
Fun Fact: I am an international student from Spain!
Arpita Dev - Event Coordinator
Class of 2024
Major: Computer Science
Minor:
Favorite CS Class: My favorite CS class is CSCI 1133 because it was the first time I got exposed to an actual programming language and got to see all the amazing things Python can do. And also because I took it with Nathan Taylor and he is amazing!
Favorite Non-CS Class: Favorite non-CS class is ENGL 1701: Modern Literature, that I am taking right now, because I love absolutely reading novels and I get to read and analyze many interesting stories and characters in this class!
Fun Fact: A fun fact is that I love dancing and swimming!
Lauren Hagen - Webmaster
Class of 2023
Major: Computer Science
Minor: Digital Media Studies, Interdisciplinary Design, UX Design
Favorite CS Class: CSCI2041 - I enjoyed learning a programming language that was entirely new to me in this course
Favorite Non-CS Class: GDES5341 - I really liked how flexible this class was and how you were able to be creative with your projects
Fun Fact: I play bass guitar!
Shreya Prabhu - Marketing Chair
Class of 2023
Major: Computer Science
Minor: Interdisciplinary design
Favorite CS Class: CSCI 4041 - I enjoyed the approach of learning concepts of Computer Science through problems and proofs instead of coding
Favorite Non-CS Class: AMIN 1003 - I loved this class because it taught me more about the experiences and history of Indigenous people in Minnesota. I think that it was a great opportunity to learn more about the struggles and culture of American Indian people
Fun Fact: I play 3 instruments!
Ruth Mesfin - Corporate Outreach
Class of 2024
Major: Computer Science
Minor: UX
Favorite CS Class: CSCI 1933 because it has all the fundamentals that prepare you for the workforce!
Favorite Non-CS Class: HIST 1011W Because it teaches the history of how humans have effected the world over time
Fun Fact: I love baking, reading, and listening to music!