Contact Us

Executive Board

Candiece White

Email: cawhite@soe.rutgers.edu

Alyssa Katwala

Email: ru.swe.pres@gmail.com

Hi! My name is Alyssa, and I am a senior studying Chemical Engineering. As this year’s President, I serve as the primary leader and representative for our SWE section. I lead our executive board and guide our strategic planning for the year, as well as serve as a liaison between Rutgers administration and our organization. Feel free to reach out with any questions!

Jenna Brual

Email: ru.swe.evp@gmail.com

My name is Jenna Brual and I am a junior studying Electrical and Computer Engineering pursuing a Certificate in Packaging Engineering. As this year's External Vice President, I’m the primary contact for organizing and planning logistics for the Fall SHE SWE MEET Career Fair as well as securing company sponsorships for SWE which can help our members have increased access to professional workshops, opportunities, etc. Connect with me if you have any questions or comments!

Patience Affum

Email: ru.swe.ivp@gmail.com

Hello! My name is Patience Affum, and I am a junior studying Biomedical Engineering. As this year’s Internal Vice President, I am in charge of planning and coordinating our SWE section’s landmark events/programs such as trips to the WE National and WeLocal Conferences, SWE Night, and our internal SWELL Mentorship Program. Feel free to reach out for any questions, concerns, or collaboration suggestions!

Ankita Akanksha

Email: ru.swe.sec@gmail.com

Hi everyone! My name is Ankita Akanksha, I am a senior studying Biomedical Engineering with a minor in Business Administration and I am this year's Secretary. As Secretary, my main responsibility is to maintain and track member attendance throughout the year. We utilize this data to select members that we sponsor for the WE National Conference, understand our demographic and improve our outreach! Feel free to reach out with questions about my position, SWE as a whole or just to connect!

Vidushi Jindal

Email: ru.swe.treas@gmail.com

Hello everyone! My name is Vidushi Jindal and I’m a senior majoring in Computer Science with a minor in Statistics and Cognitive Science. As the 2025-2026 Treasurer, I am responsible for all of SWE’s finances. I work closely alongside the President, EVP, and IVP to organize events, such as the SHE-SWE-MEET Career Fair and our annual WE National Conference. Whether it be budgeting for upcoming events or handling reimbursements, I am your person :D Feel free to reach out with any questions!

Chair Members

Aleksandra Mondrzik

Email: ru.swe.outreach@gmail.com

My name is Aleksandra Mondrzik and I am a junior majoring in Civil Engineering. As this year’s STEM Outreach Chair, I organize events to inspire younger generations to explore and pursue STEM fields. I coordinate programs like Girl Scouts Lab Tours, Young Engineers Day, and Admitted Women in Engineering Day. Feel free to reach out if you’d like to get involved.

Nitya Makkapati

Email: ru.swe.comm@gmail.com

Hi! My name is Nitya Makkapati and I am a sophomore majoring in Biochemical Engineering. As this year’s Community Service Chair, I organize community service initiatives for our members on and off Tuesday events. This includes collection drives, fundraising initiatives, and hands-on volunteering. Feel free to contact me with any ideas regarding collaborations, questions, or concerns!

Mary Gillen

Email: ru.swe.mentorship.program@gmail.com

Hi! My name is Mary Gillen and I am a sophomore majoring in Civil Engineering. As Professional Mentorship chair, I run the Industry Mentorship Program (IMP) and help to maintain our alumni network. Feel free to reach out with any questions!

Thalia Bird

Email: ru.swe.fund@gmail.com

Hi everyone! My name is Thalia Bird and I’m a junior majoring in Biomedical Engineering. As this year’s fundraising chair, my main role is to organize, promote, and host fundraising events to generate revenue for our organization. I’m also responsible for keeping inventory along with designing and distributing SWELL T-shirts and other SWE apparel. Feel free to reach out with any questions or fundraising collaboration ideas!

Elizabeth Gillen

Email: ru.swe.egc.rep@gmail.com

My name is Elizabeth Gillen and I am a sophomore majoring in Civil Engineering. As this year’s EGC Rep, my role is to act as a liaison between SWE and the Engineering Governing Council by attending their weekly meetings. I both keep SWE informed of overall engineering affairs and advocate for SWE at EGC meetings. Feel free to reach out with any questions!

Phoebe Nguyen

Email: pn310@scarletmail.rutgers.edu

Hi! My name is Phoebe Nguyen and I am a sophomore majoring in Mechanical Engineering. As this year’s Media Coordinator, I am responsible for managing SWE’s Instagram and Slack, designing and distributing promotional materials for our events, and documenting SWE’s activities through photos and posts. Feel free to reach out with any questions!

Asmi Kaushal

Email: ak2374@scarletmail.rutgers.edu

Hey! I am Asmi Kaushal, a junior majoring in Mechanical Engineering with a minor in Mathematics. As this year’s advocacy chair I am responsible for coordinating events that spread diversity and awareness in SWE. Additionally I will be managing the SWE Advocates instagram handle, consistently posting recap of events and topics that engineers lack knowledge about. Feel free to reach out if you have any questions!

Maya Zarcone

Email: mez59@scarletmail.rutgers.edu

Hi! My name is Maya Zarconeand I am a junior majoring in Computer Science with a double major in Classics. As this year’s Webmaster, I am responsible for updating the SWE website and coordinating various technical development programs. Feel free to reach out with any questions!