During Orientation, your Orientation Leader (OL) will be your go-to person for any questions and concerns. They will guide you through your transition into UCSD and assist you to make the most out of Orientation and your time at UCSD!
Meet your 2024 Orientation team beforehand here!
Pronouns: she/her/hers
Hometown: Yucaipa, CA
"Hi everyone! My name is Emily and I’m a 4th year, Global Health major and Psychology minor here at ERC. I enjoy surfing, baking, and running in my free time, and I love coffee. I've been involved in study abroad, Partners in Health Engage at UCSD, and ERC's concert planning committee, Rock n' Roosevelt. I’m really looking forward to introducing new students and families to all of the exciting opportunities UCSD has to offer."
Pronouns: she/her/hers
Hometown: San Diego, CA
"Hi everyone! My name is Megan and I’m a third year majoring in Molecular and Cell Biology. I am a San Diego native that has spent lots of time at the beach, looking for the best places to eat, and shopping. So, if you need any recommendations of what to do around town, I’m happy to give you some! On campus I’m involved in a research lab and am also the Treasurer of the Vietnamese Student Association!"
Pronouns: she/her/hers
Hometown: Los Angeles, CA
"Hi everyone! I’m Daniella, and I’m a third year Biology- EBE major with a double minor in Global Health and Japanese studies! I’m originally from Los Angeles, and in my free time I work in a lab on campus. I also participate in the English in Action program, where I have the opportunity to speak with international students to help them improve their English, and studied abroad this past summer. Outside of school, I’m either at the beach, watching tv, reading, or crocheting! Looking forward to meeting all of you and welcoming you to campus!"
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Hometown: Manila, Philippines
"Hey everyone! My name is Karina, and I’m a third-year double majoring in Economics and Political Science. I’m originally from New Jersey, but I have also lived in China, Singapore, and the Philippines. I am involved with the Model United Nations club on campus, and run a biannual conference where we invite high schoolers from across the US to discuss historical and contemporary global issues. When I’m not on campus, you can catch me binging a new tv show, struggling to play a video game, or planning my next trip out of San Diego! I can’t wait to meet all of you at orientation!"
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Hometown: Sacramento, CA
"Hi everyone! My name is Kimmi and I'm a third year Sociology major with a double minor in Psychology and Educational Sciences. I enjoy journaling and making jewelry in my free time. I play on our Women's Ultimate Frisbee Team, Berserk Coalition. I'm also involved in Nikkei Student Union (NSU), a Japanese-American student organization aimed to foster community through a shared cultural identity. When I'm not on campus, you can find me at a local coffee shop, if you need any recommendations I'd be more than happy to give some! I look forward to helping you navigate your transition to UCSD!"
Pronouns: she/her/hers
Hometown: San Ramon, CA
"Hi everyone! My name is Srusti Acharya and I am a second year Molecular and Cell Biology major and Global Health minor. My pronouns are she/her. I am originally from India but I grew up in San Ramon, California (near San Francisco). I have wet-lab research experience and am part of a couple free-clinic groups on campus. I'm interested in going to medical school and hopefully becoming an Obstetrician-Gynecologist. Outside of school, I enjoy watching Bollywood movies, trying to cook, and exploring San Diego with my friends. I am looking forward to meeting you all!"
Pronouns: they/them/theirs
Hometown: San Francisco, CA
Pronouns: They/ She/ He
Major: Cognitive Behavioral Neuroscience with minors in Japanese Studies and Human Developmental Sciences
Campus Involvement: Women's Rugby, Geriatric Hoarding Disorder Psychiatry lab, Veterans with PTSD + CBD lab, KSDT student DJ.
Pronouns: He/ Him/ His
Major: Cognitive and Behavioral Neuroscience
Campus Involvement: Orientation Team
Pronouns: He/ Him/ His
Major: History, Political Science - International Relations
Campus Involvement: Model United Nations at UC San Diego, The Hiking Group at UC San Diego
Pronouns: He/ Him/ His
Major: Public health concentration of medical science
Campus Involvement: Triton Auto Club, UC San Diego Formula SAE Team
Pronouns: She/ Her/ Hers
Major: Cognitive and Behavioral Neuroscience
Campus Involvement: Jugger at UC San Diego, Dollar Lunch Club at UC San Diego
Pronouns: He/ They
Major: Psychology
Campus Involvement: Rady's Psychology Lab, ERC Student Affairs Intern, UCSD Esports, Triton Gaming, VGDC, Association for Computing and Machinery (ACM)
Pronouns: She/ Her/ Hers
Major: Sociology with International Studies
Campus Involvement: Orientation Team
Pronouns: She/ They
Major: History: World Literature and Culture
Campus Involvement: Orientation Team
Pronouns: He/ Him/ His
Major: International Studies - Political Science, with a minor in Japanese Studies
Campus Involvement: Model United Nations at UC San Diego, UCSD Duly Noted A Capella, La Jolla Symphony Chorus
Pronouns: He/ Him/ His
Major: Business Economics
Campus Involvement: Mens Club Basketball Team, Kaibigang Pilipina
Pronouns: He/ Him/ His
Major: Biochemistry
Campus Involvement: Strides Running Club
Pronouns: She/ Her/ Hers
Major: Linguistics: Speech and Language Sciences, with a minor in American Sign Language
Campus Involvement: Aequora Ballet Company at UC San Diego, UC San Diego Japanese Student Association, and Linguistics Undergraduate Association at UC San Diego
Pronouns: She/ Her/ Hers
Major: Biological Anthropology
Campus Involvement: UC San Diego Nikkei Student Union, UCSD Health and Medical Professions Preparation Program, Triton Food Pantry
Pronouns: She/ Her/ Hers
Major: Political Science: Public Law
Campus Involvement: Orientation Team, Office of Admissions Tour Guide, Nueva Herencia de UC San Diego
Pronouns: She/ Her/ Hers
Major: Dance
Campus Involvement: Psychology Club, Works at Oceanview Terrace
Pronouns: She/ Her/ Hers
Major: Communication
Campus Involvement: UCSD Design Co. , The Undergraduate Communication Society
Pronouns: She/ Her/ Hers
Major: Public Health with a Concentration in Health Policy and Management Sciences
Campus Involvement: Orientation Team
Pronouns: She/ They
Major: Human Biology
Campus Involvement: Pilipino Undergraduate Society for Health
Pronouns: He/ Him/ His
Major: Urban Studies and Planning
Campus Involvement: Model United Nations at UC San Diego
Pronouns: She/ Her/ Hers
Major: Business Economics with a minor in Finance and Accounting
Campus Involvement: Student Assistant at the Graduate Division of Education and Postdoctoral Affairs, Ecology Behavior and Evolution Club at UC San Diego, Hermanas Unidas de UC San Diego
Pronouns: He/ Him/ His
Major: Business Economics with a minor in Data Science
Campus Involvement: Cornerstone Community Consultants
Pronouns: He/ Him/ His
Major: Political Science: International Relations, with minors in Middle East Studies and Climate Change Studies
Campus Involvement: Orientation Team
Pronouns: She/ Her/ Hers
Major: Mathematics and Economics
Campus Involvement: Undergraduate Economics Network, Womens Network
Pronouns: She/ Her/ Hers
Major: Psychology with a minor in Global Health
Campus Involvement: VC of Medics in Armenia, Co-chair of International Women's Week, ERC Student Affairs Intern, Armenian Student Association
Pronouns: They/ Them/ Theirs
Major: Molecular and Cell Biology
Campus Involvement: Orientation Team
Pronouns: She/ They
Major: Cognitive Science with a minor Data Science
Campus Involvement: Cognitive Science Instructional Assistant, Cognition and Perception Lab
