Instructional Lab I Team for Fall 2014

Jesus Perez, Team Leader

I am currently a sophomore studying computer science. I chose this team because the other teams were covering topics that are not of too much interest to me. I have some experience with the lab equipment, as I am one of the laboratory assistants in the engineering department. I have also worked with CAD and CNC software in the past. As the Team Leader, I am responsible for the overall operation and effectiveness of the team by providing planning, direction, and guidance.

Jesus Montes, Deputy Leader

My name is Jesus Montes and I am the Deputy Team Leader for the Instructional Lab 1 team. I am currently a first year college student who is enrolled as an undeclared engineering student. I enjoy learning because learning is knowledge and knowledge is power and power is awesome.

An Pham, Web Master

I'm An some people call me Andy Pham and I am currently a first year student majoring in Computer Science and Engineering.  I am the webmaster for the Instructional Learning Team #1. During my off times I enjoy studying programming languages such as Java and Python.

Derek Hollenbeck, Inventory and Finance officer

My name is Derek Hollenbeck and I am the Inventory and Financial Officer for the Instructional Lab 1 Team. I am currently a senior studying mechanical engineering. One reason I chose to be a part of the Instructional Lab 1 team is because I saw a potential to improve on existing labs, since I already experienced them first hand, and get to have hands on experience working with a team of diverse individuals. I enjoy motocross, bmx, skateboarding, and travelling.

Marqose Saephan, IPO/Sub Team Leader

My name is Marqose Saephan and I am an Intellectual Property Officer and Sub team Leader for the Instructional Learning Team. I am currently a first year student studying Mechanical Engineering. I enjoy applying my knowledge of physics and mathematics to designing and building new mechanisms that can be used towards improving everyday life. During my free time I also enjoy playing musical instruments such as the guitar, bass, and drum kit.

Jessica Gray, Communications Officer

My name is Jessica Gray and I am the Communications Officer for the Instructional Learning Team.  I am a junior studying Mechanical Engineering.  I have a wide range of things I enjoy, including playing video games, sports, and reading manga.

Karen Ramirez, Sub-Team Leader

My name is Karen Ramirez, I am a Sub-Team Leader for the Instructional Learning Team. I am currently a senior studying Materials Science and Engineering. I enjoy doing all kinds of sports, especially running because it keeps me sane. I chose to be in the Instructional Learning Team because it is a great opportunity to network and share my lab experience in the hopes of improving the quality of learning in UC Merced undergrad engineering laboratories.

Carol Gavilan, SAC Officer

My name is Carol Gavilan and I am the SAC Officer for the Instructional Learning Team. I am currently a sophomore studying engineering. As of now I haven’t declared which engineering but I am leaning towards Environmental or Bioengineering. I enjoy watching different TV Shows, especially friends because it gives me a chance to take myself out of reality for a bit.

Raiden Lieng

My name is Raiden Lieng and I am a team member for the Instructional Learning Team. I am a freshman studying Bioengineering. I enjoy dancing because it is one of my favorite ways to express myself and creating my own personal style. I chose this team because it sounded the most interesting in the project that was outlined.

Lenny Khodel

My name is Lenny Khodel and I’m a member of the Instructional Team. I’m graduating this semester with a degree in Computer Science and Engineering. I enjoy cooking, reading and moving around.

Yui Lau, Team Member

I am currently a freshman studying mechanical engineering. I chose this team because I want to gain experience from working on a real-world project and improve my problem solving skill. I have some experience with the lab equipment as a student of general chemistry. As tem team member of the team, I am responsible for providing ideas and completing every assignment that I will get in the future from each team members.

Luis Gonzalez

I joined this group for the fact that I have experience with many labs in different classes and I understand that there is various labs that are irrelevant, confusing, or simply very difficult. I joined the group because I know we can improve the labs for future students that will take the class, and hopefully make the labs more understandable, less difficult and make them relevant to the class; making sure that in every lab every student is learning through the process while doing the labs.