Executive Board

Catherine  Klinkam

President

I served as SWE’s Treasurer last year and am excited to be your president this year! My goal is to increase engagement across the engineering programs and to maintain continuous programs throughout the semester targeted towards our members. When I’m not studying I love to craft and ride my horses.

Tvisha Vanteru

Vice President

Hello! I’m Tvisha, and I served as the Networking Committee Chair for last year’s e-board. This year, my goal is to increase SWE member connections and collaboration within our engineering community. I see myself as the glue that ensures all of our events run smoothly and effectively. If you have any ideas or suggestions, don’t hesitate to reach out—I’m here to make this year a success for everyone! When I not busy, I choose to be a youtube kid.

Anika Makarla

Treasurer

I was a member of SWE during my freshman year, and I am thrilled to be serving as SWE Treasurer this year. As the treasurer, I will be in charge of managing our organization’s finances by keeping track of our bank account and just manage anything money/finance related. Therefore, please make sure to contact me through my email: makarlaav@vcu.edu if you have any questions subject to finance/dues or in general. In my free time, I like to hang out with my friends, shop, and read books. At VCU, I am also currently involved in Phi Sigma Rho and I am a member of the AI/Machine Learning & Cybersecurity VIP Research Team.

Abigiya Yohannes

Secretary

I was a member of SWE during my freshman year, and I’m thrilled to contribute to our organization in this new role. As the secretary, I’m here to ensure clear and effective communication within our group and to support all our events and activities. If you have any questions or need assistance, please don’t hesitate to reach out. Outside of SWE, I love spending time with my family and friends and also listening to music!

Fatima Kazim

Fundraising Chair

I joined as a member of SWE in my freshman year and enjoyed my time. I wanted to be more involved this year in SWE and joined E-Board as Fundraising Chair. This year my goal is to effectively raise funds for SWE so we can fund more events for members! Outside of SWE and classes, I love to go to concerts, spend time with friends, dance, play badminton and go to the gym!

Sunaina Naik

Mentorship Chair

Hi everyone! I was a general body member during my freshman and sophomore year, and I am so excited to be your mentorship chair this school year! I have exciting mentorship programs planned and can’t wait to see everyone there! Outside of school stuff, I like to curl up in my bed and watch Netflix. If you have any questions or ideas, please feel free to reach out to me!