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DEE is made possible by our Tutors, a group of upperclass students dedicated to fostering a sense of community among DEE students through academic support, social opportunities, and peer mentorship. They are here to answer your questions, provide perspective, and talk about their experience with engineering at Dartmouth, and beyond.
Maryori Maloney Lopez, '25, BE Candidate
Maryori Maloney Lopez, '25, BE Candidate
Electrical & Electronics Engineering
DARTMOUTH HOUSE: Allen
HOME IS... Dominican Republic
WHY I AM INVOLVED IN DEE
As a freshman, DEE was my safe place; it was where I went not only for academic help but also to socialize and laugh with the TAs. I was so grateful for that support that I joined to help spread that same sense of belonging to other students.
WHAT I WANT YOU TO KNOW ABOUT DEE
That we are here to support you through your Dartmouth career and journey.
FUN FACT
My most memorable moment of 25W so far was taking an embarrassing tumble in front of McLaughlin on the very first day.
Rohan Taneja, '28
Rohan Taneja, '28
Engineering Sciences
DARTMOUTH HOUSE: South
HOME IS... Dehradun, India
WHY I AM INVOLVED IN DEE
I've personally benefited a great deal from mentorship, and I hope to enable the same for others.
WHAT I WANT YOU TO KNOW ABOUT DEE
It's a helpful place. Not just for STEM help, but also to meet people who are really passionate about engineering.
FUN FACT
Daraius Dastoor, '28
Daraius Dastoor, '28
Engineering Sciences
DARTMOUTH HOUSE: South
HOME IS... Mumbai, India
WHY I AM INVOLVED IN DEE
DEE really helped me in my freshman year, and so I hope to help others in these introductory courses.
WHAT I WANT YOU TO KNOW ABOUT DEE
We will always be ready to help! Sometimes a peer will help you understand better than a professor.
FUN FACT
I once got lost in a museum in Singapore.
Tahjae Jackson, '25, BE Candidate
Tahjae Jackson, '25, BE Candidate
Computer Science modified with Engineering
DARTMOUTH HOUSE: East Wheelock
HOME IS... Jamaica
WHY I AM INVOLVED IN DEE
To be as helpful to students as DEE was to me.
WHAT I WANT YOU TO KNOW ABOUT DEE
It’s a great resource!
FUN FACT
I'm a trainer dancer!
Anya Ramrakhiani, '27
Anya Ramrakhiani, '27
Biomedical Engineering
DARTMOUTH HOUSE: South
HOME IS... Roanoke, Indiana
WHY I AM INVOLVED IN DEE
I want to help instill a sense of confidence in students as they tackle challenging engineering courses.
WHAT I WANT YOU TO KNOW ABOUT DEE
DEE has a welcoming environment and everyone is here to help you. Don't be afraid to ask questions!
FUN FACT
I used to figure skate competitively.
Ruki Nair, '28
Ruki Nair, '28
Biomedical Engineering
DARTMOUTH HOUSE: West
HOME IS... Singapore
WHY I AM INVOLVED IN DEE
To not only further my interest in engineering, but also to help others fulfil their dreams of working in STEM.
WHAT I WANT YOU TO KNOW ABOUT DEE
It can be easier to pick up new information by working with peers than with professors.
FUN FACT
My last name is common enough for a Wikipedia page.
Les Machimbidza, '28
Les Machimbidza, '28
Computer Science & Economics
DARTMOUTH HOUSE: West
HOME IS... Harare, Zimbabwe
WHY I AM INVOLVED IN DEE
DEE was very helpful for me when I took intro classes in my freshman year. I want to help others thrive and succeed in these courses.
WHAT I WANT YOU TO KNOW ABOUT DEE
It's a fun place to meet new people and learn more about them beyond just engineering.
FUN FACT
I travelled to 7 countries across 3 continents in 4 days.
Katelyn Sentnor, '28
Katelyn Sentnor, '28
Environmental Engineering
DARTMOUTH HOUSE: West
HOME IS... Hanson, Massachusetts
WHY I AM INVOLVED IN DEE
During my first year I really appreciated tutoring resources like DEE helping me not only learn the material but also learn how to study. I wanted to give that to other students.
WHAT I WANT YOU TO KNOW ABOUT DEE
DEE is a welcoming environment where students help each other with no judgment!
FUN FACT
In high school, I drove a pickup truck named Tonka.
Sam Roth Gordon, '25, BE Candidate
Sam Roth Gordon, '25, BE Candidate
Engineering Sciences
DARTMOUTH HOUSE: West
HOME IS... Tucson, Arizona
WHY I AM INVOLVED IN DEE
I got involved in DEE because I wanted to share my passion for STEM and problem-solving with other students. I believe that anyone can be successful in STEM with the right support, and I want other students to get as excited as I do to understand the math and science in the world around us.
WHAT I WANT YOU TO KNOW ABOUT DEE
I would like new students to know that DEE is a great place to get student advice and perspectives on the engineering major and classes in addition to getting help with content and homework questions.
FUN FACT
When I was 14, my family spent a year living in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
Eduardo Gutierrez, '28
Eduardo Gutierrez, '28
Mechanical Engineering; Minor in Math
DARTMOUTH HOUSE: West
HOME IS... Orlando, Florida
WHY I AM INVOLVED IN DEE
To help with some classes seeming too daunting.
WHAT I WANT YOU TO KNOW ABOUT DEE
It is the best thing to learn if office hours are not available.
FUN FACT
I've touched Shakespeare's first folio!
Danish Husni, '28
Danish Husni, '28
Engineering Sciences and Economics
DARTMOUTH HOUSE: Allen
HOME IS... Abu Dhabi, UAE
WHY I AM INVOLVED IN DEE
To help with some classes seeming too daunting.
WHAT I WANT YOU TO KNOW ABOUT DEE
Never feel scared to drop by and ask for help. We were all in your shoes at some point. I enjoyed helping out other students during physics office hours, so I wanted to continue helping through DEE.
FUN FACT
I’ve torn my ACLs three times.
Trevor Gittes Taplin, '25, BE and MEng Candidate
Trevor Gittes Taplin, '25, BE and MEng Candidate
Engineering Sciences with a Concentration in Mechanical Engineering
DARTMOUTH HOUSE: East Wheelock
HOME IS... Longmont, Colorado
WHY I AM INVOLVED IN DEE
I wanted to give back to the Thayer community.
WHAT I WANT YOU TO KNOW ABOUT DEE
We are here to help! Never feel bad about coming to us with questions!
FUN FACT
I used to live in Ecuador!
David Mukuruva, '27
David Mukuruva, '27
Biomedical Engineering and Mathematics
DARTMOUTH HOUSE: Allen
HOME IS... Zimbabwe
WHY I AM INVOLVED IN DEE
To help alleviate the intensity of prerequisites for new students. Tackling the engineering prerequisites can be daunting; however, my role as a DEE Tutor allows me to aid and support students through this rigorous but exciting period.
WHAT I WANT YOU TO KNOW ABOUT DEE
Beyond tutoring, the DEE tutors offer helpful guidance for navigating Thayer and your degree beyond the prereqs. Talk to us, hang out with us, and ask as many questions as you can. As upperclassmen, we’re here for you!
FUN FACT
I lived in a castle for 9 months.
Diego Turrubiartes, '28
Diego Turrubiartes, '28
Electrical Engineering
DARTMOUTH HOUSE: South
HOME IS... Houston, Texas
WHY I AM INVOLVED IN DEE
DEE is the reason I survived my first term, so I'd love to help others do so, too.
WHAT I WANT YOU TO KNOW ABOUT DEE
For Dartmouth students, by Dartmouth students.
FUN FACT
I have two cats named after fruits!
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