Fall 2021 Cohort
Arham Asam
Major: Computer Science
Arham is from Fairfax, Virginia. He is involved in many extracurricular and academic activities at Virginia Tech including undergraduate research and the Hokie Electric Vehicle design team. He studied abroad in the UK and Ireland in spring 2022, and is studying abroad in Sydney, Australia during the fall 2023 semester.
Kourtney Brady
Major: Mechanical Engineering
Kourtney is from Woodbridge, Virginia. She is very interested in the biomechanics and automotive side of Mechanical Engineering. She is currently a junior and am enjoying learning more about her chosen field. She also enjoys listening to music and reading during her free time.
Zach Derboghossian
Major: Building Construction
Abel Gerezgher
Major: Civil Engineering
Abel Gerezgher was born in Asmara, Eritrea but grew up in Arlington, VA. He is very interested in both Structural and Land Development. In summer 2023, he will be participating in a study abroad in France, where the tallest bridge in the world is located!
Elijah Grant
Major: Building Construction
My name is Elijah Grant and I'm currently a junior at Virginia Tech. I'm from Bridgeport, Connecticut and have an interest in residential construction and home renovations. I enjoy listening to different genres of music and rolling skating.
Ryan Pham
Major: Electrical Engineering
Ryan is from Newport News, Virginia. One day, he would like to go into something related to the field of Nuclear Fusion. Outside of school, he spends his time cooking, thrifting and researching fashion.
Joe Tramontano
Major: Construction Engineering Management
Joe is from Hurt, Virginia. He hopes to become a mechanical project manager after graduation. Outside of the classroom, he is a piping/plumber helper on a few of the new buildings on VT’s Blacksburg campus. In his free time, he volunteers, plays in a band, and shoots trap and skeet for the Virginia Tech.
Jaela Tucker
Major: Computer Engineering
Jaela is from Lynchburg, Va, majoring in Computer Engineering with a minor in Entrepreneurship - New Venture Growth. She loves learning new things, trying foods, and meeting new people. Some of her hobbies include boxing, working out, and playing basketball. She is also very passionate about technology and hopes to work for Micron as an engineer.
Nicolas Villanueva Godoy
Major: Civil Engineering
My name is Nicolas, I am a third year at Virginia Tech studying Civil Engineering. I really enjoy Civil Engineering more specifically structural engineering. I recently interned with Whiting Turner and was able gain valuable job experience.
Jayden Warren
Major: Aerospace Engineering
Jayden is from Charlottesville Virginia. Jayden found his passion for aerospace during an internship with the Orange County Airport. Outside of his love for aeronautical and aerospace studies, Jayden enjoys going outdoors and playing various sports.
Lilian Zhang
Major: Computer Science
Lilian is from Halifax County, VA. She wants to become an UI designer, where she is able to design and create websites for users. Lilian enjoys listening to music and watching movies during her free time.