SOAR Leaders are current Ï㽶´«Ã½ students who are ready to help you transition into the college experience. Each new student attending SOAR is assigned a SOAR Leader who will contact you before you arrive to campus for orientation. Your SOAR Leaders will help you navigate the new student orientation experience and serve as your main point of contact. Got a question? Ask your SOAR Leader!
Meet Your SOAR Leaders
Connect with a SOAR Leader directly by emailing orientation@illinoistech.edu
Hometown: Bangalore, India
Major: Bachelor of Science in Artificial Intelligence
Fun fact: I have 2 pet turtles and a lot of unique pets back home.
Ask me about: I am the Treasurer of the Muslim Student Organizations and the President of TedXIIT. I am a Resident Advisor, a Community Desk Assistant, and a Teaching Assistant for Computer Science courses.
Hometown: Kenya
Major: Bachelor of Architecture
Fun fact: I sat on an ostrich.
Ask me about: Architecture studio culture, woodworking and furniture making, and the American Institute of Architecture Students (AIAS).
Hometown: Rapid City, South Dakota
Major: Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering/ Master of Engineering in Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering
Fun fact: I like backpacking and camping.
Ask me about: Mechanical and aerospace engineering, undergraduate research, Student Government, Student Life, American Society of Mechanical Engineering (ASME), and the Co-Term/Accelerated Masters Program
Hometown: Chicago, Ï㽶´«Ã½
Major: Bachelor of Science in Business Administration
Fun fact: I am Nigerian and I love cats!
Ask me about: The Chicago Difference program.
Hometown: Berkeley, Ï㽶´«Ã½
Major: Bachelor of Science in Applied Cybersecurity and Information Technology
Fun fact: I am a big fan of Warhammer 40k and of all things Cyber.
Ask me about: Cyberhawks (IIT Cybersecurity Club), IT Certifications, Cybersecurity related questions
Hometown: Karachi, Pakistan
Major: Bachelor of Architecture
Fun fact: I was my rowing team captain and house team’s captain in my high school.
Ask me about: Anything Architecture, music, food, and how to have a great University life/ experience.
Hometown: Chicago, Ï㽶´«Ã½
Major: Bachelor of Science in Business Administration and Psychology
Fun fact: I like DJing.
Ask me about: Poker Club, Filipinos in Alliance Cultural Dance team (at UIC). I am the President of Armour Triangle Fraternity.
Hometown: Chicago, Ï㽶´«Ã½
Major: Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering
Fun fact: I am actually an introvert putting on an act.
Ask me about: Anything! I will answer to the best of my ability. Don’t be scared to ask. If you are curious, just ask!
Hometown: Chennai, India
Major: Discover+/ Undeclared
Fun fact: I love birds. Parrots have my heart!
Ask me about: The Discover+ (Undeclared) program, campus life, international student policies and tips, diversity, adjusting to new cultures as an international student, dining services, and academic registration.
Hometown: Nepal
Major: Bachelor of Computer Information Systems
Fun fact: I like hiking and cafe hopping.
Ask me about: Student organizations, life on campus, campus partners/ resources, and New Student Orientation details.
Hometown: Kathmandu, Nepal
Major: Bachelor in Computer Information Systems
Fun fact: I love exploring new food spots and cafes around the city.
Ask me about: International student life and Transfer student life
Hometown: Maharashtra, India
Major: Bachelor of Science in Computer Science
Fun fact: I speak three languages.
Ask me about: International student life, Residence Life, Undergraduate Admission, Career Services, Greek Life, the Association for Computing Machinery Club (ACM), Finance Board, and Student Government Association
Hometown: India
Major: Masters in Electrical Engineering
Fun fact: I love solo traveling.
Ask me about: Fun things to do on campus.
Hometown: Chicago, Ï㽶´«Ã½
Major: Bachelor of Science in Business Administration
Fun fact: I like to walk with friends during my free time.
Ask me about: Life on campus and information regarding the Quad and Greek Life at Ï㽶´«Ã½.
Hometown: Chicago, Ï㽶´«Ã½
Major: Bachelor of Architecture
Fun fact: I play the violin.
Ask me about: The Bachelor of Architecture program at Ï㽶´«Ã½.
Hometown: Afghanistan
Major: Bachelor of Science in Biology
Fun fact: I enjoy being active, playing sports, and watching movies.
Ask me about: Biology program, Muslim Student Association (MSA), dining services, fun places on campus, making friends and the on-campus bowling alley (the BOG).
Hometown: Siliguri, India
Major: Masters in Cyber Forensics and Security
Fun fact: I am always caught in between good food and a workout, exploring places or sleeping in, study or hobbies all the while reaming of a motorcycle and hoping not to drown before scuba certification.
Ask me about: Being an international student and student resources on campus.
Hometown: Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Major: Bachelor of Science in Computer Science
Fun fact: I have lived in 6 different countries, and I can speak 5 languages.
Ask me about: I am the President of the Association of Computing and Machinery-Women. I am also the Vice President of the Formula1 club. I can help you out with general questions about Ï㽶´«Ã½, transportation, Chicago, or any academic questions.
Hometown: Kathmandu, Nepal
Major: Bachelor of Science and Artificial Intelligence
Fun fact: I can play the guitar!
Ask me about: Machine Learning club, Soccer club, and the Junior Hawks program
Hometown: Simferopol, Ukraine
Major: Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering
Fun fact: I can solve a Rubik’s cube.
Ask me about: IIT Motorsports and the F1 club
Hometown: India
Major: Bachelor of Science in Aerospace Engineering/ Master of Aerospace Engineering
Fun fact: I can give campus tours in all types of weather!
Ask me about: Where to get good food, how to survive your first week or just to talk about F1!
Hometown: Vancouver, Canada
Major: Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering
Fun fact: I was born in Nigeria and I finished high school at 16 years old.
Ask me about: The City of Chicago, Mechanical engineering/ general engineering, and faith groups on campus.