Engineering Peer Advisors

Sophia is a senior majoring in Applied Mathematics with minors in Economics and Statistics. Originally from Highlands Ranch, she is passionate about mathematics, statistics, and risk modeling.

She serves as Head of Event Planning for the CU Actuarial Club and brings experience from an actuarial internship with Milliman, one of the world’s largest independent actuarial and consulting firms specializing in risk management, healthcare, and employee benefits. She is currently studying for the Society of Actuaries SRM Statistics for Risk Modeling Exam.

Outside of academics, Sophia enjoys spending time outdoors, especially hiking and paddle boarding, as well as cooking, crafting, and spending time with friends. She is always excited to connect with other students and support them throughout their academic journey.

Sara is a current sophomore majoring in Mechanical Engineering and minoring in applied mathematics. In her free time, she enjoys swimming, reading, being outdoors, and spending time with friends.

Kristin is a current Junior majoring in Applied Mathematics, with minors in Statistics and Economics. She is originally from Birdsboro, Pennsylvania, and holds an Associate of Arts Degree from Reading Area Community College. Her academic path reflects a strong passion for analytical thinking, a love of learning, and a commitment to exploring the connections between math, history, and economics.

With plans to become an actuary, Kristin is actively involved in opportunities that support her career goals. She is currently preparing to take actuarial exam P and enjoys challenging herself through problem-solving and statistical analysis. On campus, she serves as Head of Communications & Outreach of the Actuarial Club and is a member of the Women in Finance Club, where she engages with a community of peers who share her enthusiasm for mathematics and finance. Known for her love of statistics, Kristin never misses a chance to bring up the normal distribution curve - even in casual conversation.

Outside of her academic pursuits, Kristin brings energy and curiosity to a wide range of interests. She grew up playing volleyball, bowling competitively, and fishing with her family, and she’s always excited to try something new. She's especially interested in the mathematical foundations of ancient cultures, with a particular fascination for ancient Egypt. When she’s not studying or exploring historical insights, Kristin enjoys working on cars, as she just finished her first engine rebuild, and bullet journalling. She is always excited to help you with your academic journey and would be happy to see you in drop ins!

Zita is an international student from Bali, Indonesia, majoring in Computer Science with a minor in Biomedical Engineering. Her journey into leadership and service began early—during middle school, she co-founded and served as the Public Relations Manager for The Street Smart Society, a student-led NGO that taught business and entrepreneurial skills to orphans. Opting for a nontraditional academic path, Zita earned a degree in Business Administration and Information Technology from a community college. She later moved to the United States to pursue her bachelor’s degree at CU Boulder.

Currently, Zita is involved in multiple research and student support roles. She works in the BAIC Lab (Brain, AI, and Child), contributing to the development of a large language model connecting brain-computer interfaces and neuroscience. She also serves as a Pre-College Engineering Support Student at the Integrated Teaching and Learning Lab (ITLL), supports operations at a biotechnology facility, and is an incoming Community Assistant.

Zita is passionate about leveraging technology, artificial intelligence, and machine learning to tackle complex medical and neurological challenges. Outside the classroom, Zita enjoys snowboarding, painting, surfing, cooking for friends, and practicing Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. She is also a classically trained pianist, holding a certification from the Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music (ABRSM), and shares her creative passions through vlogs and videos online.