Officers
Spring 2026 Officers
President | Rebecca Lu
Hi! I am a senior Bioengineering student with a minor in Data Science. In addition to TBP I am involved in research through a lab on campus and as wet lab co-chair of the UMaryland iGEM team. In my spare time I love to crochet, thrift, and spend time with my friends.
Vice President | Liam Hodgson
Hey I'm Liam and I'm a senior Electrical Engineering and Math double major also pursuing a combined plus-one masters in EE. I'm a Resident Assistant, Terrapin Works Woodshop Supervisor, Teaching Fellow, and long time member and now vice president of the glorious Tau Beta Pi Honor Society.
Secretary | Amelia "Mia" Skeers
I'm a senior majoring in Aerospace Engineering. I do research in the Strategic Space Sensing lab in the Aero Department, and I am the co-chair of Women in Aeronautics and Astronautics (WIAA). In my free time I enjoy knitting and watching football/baseball.
Treasurer + Community Service Chair | Grayson Buchanan
tbp.treasurer@umd.edu + tbp.community@umd.edu
I am a Mechanical Engineering senior. I work on campus as a teaching fellow, formerly for ENME382 but now ENME350 (say hi!). Running, biking, hiking, and canoeing are all among my favorite things to do.
Spring 2026 Committee Executives
Initiation Chair | Mabel Heine
I am a senior Bioengineering major. On campus, I am a peer mentor and peer mentor coordinator for Women in Engineering, the president for Alpha Eta Mu Beta, and the formal chair for Alpha Phi Omega. I love thrifting, knitting, hiking, and fishing!
Initiation Chair | Carsten Portner
I'm Carsten, and I'm a senior Computer Engineering major doing a BS/MS here at Maryland. I do research on campus studying Electronic Design Automation, and I'm also a TA for an intermediate C programming course. In my spare time, I sing as part of a chorus in DC, read books, watch opera, and play the accordion.
Community Service Chair | Shirin Haan
Hi! My name is Shirin, and I’m a senior majoring in Chemical Engineering. I’m currently involved in undergraduate research and intern at the Leadership & Community Service-Learning office. In my free time I enjoy exploring cities and shopping!
Fundraising + Social Chair | Kaitlyn Ro
tbp.fundraising@umd.edu + tbp.social@umd.edu
Hello! I'm a junior Bioengineering major with a minor in data science. Aside from Tau Beta Pi, I'm also a member of AEMB, an undergraduate researcher, and part of University Honors. In my spare time, I enjoy playing tennis, crocheting, and spending time with my friends.
Fundraising Chair | Jordan Ruit
Hi, my name is Jordan Ruit, and I'm a junior bioengineering major! I like to play a bunch of IM sports and I'm a member of TBP and AEMB. In my free time, I enjoy playing/watching sports (especially football), hanging out with friends, trying new foods, and collecting Pokémon cards!
Scholarship Chair | Danielle Lim
Hi! My name is Danielle Lim and I am a junior Bioengineering major. Along with TBP, I am also involved in UMD's GGWB dance cover group, TASA, and currently intern at a lab on campus. In my free time, I love to hang out with friends and family, read fantasy novels, and watch movies.
Webmaster | Wyatt Geckle
Greetings! I’m a senior double majoring in Computer Engineering and Math. Currently, I’m interested in cybersecurity—particularly in relation to embedded systems, operating systems, and networking. On top of Tau Beta Pi, I’m also involved in Eta Kappa Nu, UMDCSEC, and the UMD PLT Club. In my own time, I love baking, biking, connecting with music, and researching obscure facts about Pokémon.
Image Chair | Jothika Saravanarajan
Hi, my name is Jothika and I'm a junior Bioengineering major with a minor in general business. Outside of TBP, I'm involved in Alpha Eta Mu Beta, the biomedical engineering honor society, Ballroom at Maryland, and research in the Stroka Lab within the Department of Bioengineering. Outside of class, I like cooking and exploring new places around the DMV!
Lounge Chair | Vasudev Joshi
Hi, my name is Vasudev and I'm a senior Computer Engineer (best major) here at UMD. I'm a big Patriots fan and enjoy playing football/basketball/soccer.