MEP Welcome Committee

Meet the members of this year's MEP Welcome Committee!

Alejandro Fernandez

Hello,  I am currently a sophomore studying Civil Engineering from Chicago, Illinois. Some of my involvements around campus include the Marching Illini, the Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers, being a lab assistant, alongside my normal coursework. I have really fallen in love with the University of Illinois with my time on campus! I honestly cannot imagine myself pursuing my interests to the degree that I do here, at any other campus.

Antonio Olmos

Hello, I am a senior in Mechanical Engineering from Las Vegas, NV. I am planning on attending graduate school to obtain a master's in mechanical engineering and I hope to work on robotics projects in the aerospace industry. For fun, I enjoy watching baseball, playing board games, and building craft models.

Josseline Javier

Hi! My name is Josseline Javier, I’m a Junior in Mechanical Engineering. I like exploring downtown Champaign and finding new places to study with friends:) I also enjoy being outdoors and traveling.

Christian Olivera

Hi MEP, I'm Christian, a sophomore studying Mechanical Engineering from South Elgin IL. On campus, I'm involved in the Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers and the Baja Car team. In my free time, I love to play volleyball, video games, and solve 3-D puzzles!

Cain Gonzalez

Hi, I'm a freshman studying Computer Engineering. On campus I am a member of the Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers and VR club. I really like to play video games, hang out with my friends, and create art.

Joshua Sekyere

Hello, my name is Joshua Sekyere. I am from Evanston, Illinois and currently studying Systems Engineering & Design. I am heavily involved with the National Society of Black Engineers on campus as the Pre-Collegiate Chair. In my free time, I like to watch movies, play video games, and sleep!

Moy Reyes

Hi everyone! I am a senior in Mechanical Engineering from Chicago, IL. Some of my hobbies include spending time with my dog, playing volleyball or soccer, and 3D printing cool products. My favorite activities on campus are going out to eat with my friends and attending sports games.

Natalie Murillo

Hi! I'm from Westchester, IL and I am a junior majoring in Mechanical Engineering and minoring in Business. On campus, I am involved in the Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers and am also an Engineering Learning Assistant (ELA). In my free time, I enjoy traveling, trying new food places, and spending time with friends and family.

Ximena Castillo

Hello! I am a Sophomore studying Mechanical Engineering. I was admitted to Grainger as Engineering Undeclared so feel free to reach out if you have any questions on how that process works! On campus, I am involved with MEP, SHPE, and Baja! In my free time, I like hanging out with friends, staying active, and baking cookies.

Katrina Padilla

Hello, I am a freshman studying Civil and Environmental Engineering from Waukegan, IL. On campus, I am involved with Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers and the American Society of Civil Engineers. I like to spend my free time hanging out with my friends and watching movies.

Yasmine Rios

I’m a freshman in Chemical Engineering from Burbank, IL. I’m apart of the Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers and American Institute of Chemical Engineers. In my free time I enjoy watching movies and going for runs.

Benidel Ntumba

I am a sophomore studying Civil and Environmental Engineering. On campus, I am involved with The National Society of Black Engineers. In my free time, I like to go to the gym, sleep, do photography, and spend time with friends. I also love playing UNO.

Roberto Romero

Hello, I am a junior in Civil and Environmental Engineering from Elgin, IL. On campus I have taken part in the Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers as well as MEP. During my free time I like to go on drives, hang out with my friends, and build legos.

Aileen Escobar

Hi! My name is Aileen Escobar and I am currently a student majoring in Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering. I was born and raised in Chicago, IL. I enjoy exploring new and different restaurants around the city. My favorite hobby is traveling!

Leo Gonzalez

Hi my name is Leonardo Gonzalez and I am currently a Junior in Computer Engineering. I love serving the community here at the University of Illinois as well as participating team-building activities. Some hobbies I have outside of school are playing volleyball, building computers, and going on hikes.

Madeline Rodriguez

Hello! I am a sophomore majoring in Aerospace Engineering with a double major in Innovation and Leadership in Engineering Entrepreneurship. Outside of school I am the High School Visitation Lead for the Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers UIUC Chapter and the Engine Testing Lead for the Illinois Space Society Hybrid Propulsion Team.

Celeste Reynoso

Hi my name is Celeste Reynoso, I am a freshman currently in Engineering Undeclared from Joliet IL. Here on campus I am involved in the Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers as well as MEP. In my free time I love to be outside with my friends and family.