Executive Board

Meet the Executive Board!

President - Muntaha Imteyaz

Hey! My name is Muntaha Imteyaz (or Mounty), and I am the President of SWE at Illinois Tech. I’m a fourth-year, double majoring in Architecture and Architectural Engineering with a specialization in Digital Design. As a third culture kid, my upbringing made me passionate about design and infrastructure. I strongly believe that creativity and technicality are two sides of the same coin. I also realized how under-represented women are in this sector, and joining SWE, I have had the opportunity to meet amazing women with a shared passion for engineering and innovation. When I get some free time, I enjoy exploring new restaurants and finding new spots to hang out with friends. I also enjoy reading books and love spending time in bookstores (often having to stop myself from spending all my money here).

Vice President - Jacqueline Mathius

Hello! My name is Jacqueline Mathius and I am the Vice President for the SWE chapter at Illinois Tech. I am a third year Biomedical Engineering student, specializing in the cell and tissue track. Since my freshman year, I have been involved with SWE-IIT and previously held positions as Public Relations and Conference Chair. I plan on utilizing my experience in these positions to support the executive board and committee members as our organization continues to empower women in STEM. Outside of SWE, I am involved with BMES and serve as a Resident Advisor on campus. In my free time, I enjoy playing sports, reading, listening to music, and biking on trails.

Outreach Chair - Greta Vasiliauskaite

Hey! My name is Greta Vasiliauskaite and I am the outreach chair for the SWE chapter at Illinois Tech, co-president for EWB-IIT, and president of the Society for Environmental Engineers and Scientists (SEES). As SWE outreach chair, I’m excited to take part in inspiring the next generations of women in STEM! In my free time, I travel to unique places in the United States. During my trips I’ve visited various national parks and forests, national landmarks, dams, bridges, tunnels and have seen history with my own eyes. After traveling to Glacier National Park, seeing a picture of what the Glaciers looked about 50 years ago, and looking up and seeing what the glaciers look like now, I couldn't believe my eyes. This has inspired me to want to learn more which is why I have decided to continue my education on a path to a Bachelor's of Science in Civil Engineering and a Masters of Engineering in Environmental Engineering at the Illinois Institute of Technology.

Secretary - Navya Sheth

Hello! My name is Navya Sheth and I am a third-year undergraduate student majoring in computer engineering with a minor in Finance. I always felt that female engineers have been a minority, especially in my field. Now being part of SWE I wish to help in one way or another to empower women to fulfill their goals and to provide opportunities to help build themselves at their best level. Outside of SWE, you will quite often see me outdoors enjoying the beautiful city of Chicago and when I say enjoying I mean eating :).

Corporate Chair - Alison Yurchak

My name is Alison Yurchak and I’m a third year Biomedical Engineer with a specialization in Cell and Tissue Engineering. I’m also currently pursuing a minor in Business. I joined SWE within my first week at IIT and am thrilled to be a part of the exec board. Aside from SWE, I’m also on the student exec board for the Camras Scholars program here at IIT. I also play for the Women’s Lacrosse team, am an active member of Kappa Phi Delta sorority and the Biomedical Engineers Society. In my free time I enjoy going to concerts, museums and taking in the sights of Chicago.

Treasurer - Abigail Kurian

Hi! My name is Abby Kurian. I am excited to be joining SWE's executive board this year and serving as treasurer. I’m a third year BME major with a concentration in cell and tissue. I joined SWE my freshman year because of the great opportunities it has to offer women in STEM and I’m excited to aid that vision. Some of the other student organizations that I’m part of include Kappa Phi Delta, and Biomedical Engineering Society. Outside of classes, I’m usually spending time with friends, exploring new restaurants or reading a book!

Events Coordinator - Carolyn Beltran

Hi! My name is Carolyn Beltran and I am the new events coordinator for Illinois Tech’s SWE Chapter. I am a second year biomedical engineering major, specializing in cell and tissue. I grew up in south Florida, but my family is from Colombia. As a first-generation student I have learned to be disciplined, diligent, and determined, to accomplish my goals in life. Aside from SWE, I am also a member of SHPE (Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers) and play for the Women’s Soccer team. In my free time, I enjoy spending time with friends, exploring Chicago, and trying new foods. I am excited to plan entertaining, original, and productive social and professional events and to see you all there!

Conference Chair - Namita Fnu

Hi! My name is Namita and I'm a graduate student at Stuart School of Business for Management Science program with specialisation in Analytics. I am the Conference Chair for the SWE chapter at Illinois Tech. I joined SWE within 4-5 weeks of joining college and I am excited to be part of this journey. With the pandemic situation improving better, I am thrilled to make best use of my prior professional and as well as extra curricular experiences for this role and other campus opportunities to further build my skills and hone my abilities to create meaningful experiences around me. Prior to joining B-school, I worked as an R & D Patent Engineer for more than 6 years. In my professional set up, I have been part of committee members for the Diversity and Inclusion Team along with multiple other societies/ groups (e.g. CSR). Soon after joining the college, SWE has strongly impacted and motivated me to further work in the similar line while pursuing my graduate studies with diverse options and possibilities. More about me, I would love to seize any opportunity to gain new experiences in life. I am passionate about exploring new places, people and their culture while making numerous friends on the way. I have been into mountains a lot as a solo traveller or leading a group of people for numerous times as a trip captain. Fun part, I enjoy dancing, running and watching movies.

Public Relations Chair - Stephanie Nguyen

Hi! My name is Stephanie Nguyen (pronounced "win" haha) and I am a third year Biomedical Engineering major with a specialization in Cell & Tissue engineering. I joined SWE last year and had the privelege of being a part of the PR Committee. I am confident that my year on the PR committee has given me the tools necessary to be a successful PR chair for this year and am super excited to be working with the rest of the executive board! Outside of SWE, you can find me playing volleyball for IIT's womens team, exploring the city, and trying new foods (especially new boba shops!).

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