2024-2025 OFFICERS
Co-President
Fortunato Berumen
Major(s): Cognitive Science, Minor in Data Science
Year: Senior
Pronouns: he/him
Bio: Hey everyone! I am a 4th year studying Cognitive Science and Data Science. I love the interdisciplinary nature of cogsci because there is always something new to learn. In my free time I enjoy working out and cooking.
Fun Fact: I can do a handstand
Fall 2024 Co-President
Peridot Park
Major(s): Cognitive Science & Computer Science
Year: Senior
Pronouns: she/they
Bio: Hi, I'm Peri! I've been a part of CSSA since my freshman year, and I'm super excited for the upcoming semester. I love the interdisciplinary nature of CogSci, and I'm particularly interested in psychology and neuroscience. Outside of classes, I enjoy music, reading, and hanging out with my cat, Rosie :)
Fun Fact: My name is the birthstone for August but I was born in June.
Internal Vice President
Rose Lee
Major(s): Data Science & Cognitive Science
Year: Senior
Pronouns: she/her
Bio: Hi! I'm a senior majoring in data science and cognitive science and I'm from Orange County. I chose to major in cognitive science because I'm fascinated by how our thoughts and environments influence our decisions and behaviors. My hobbies outside of school are exploring SF and watching documentaries!
Fun Fact: I love cats.
External Vice President
Shrobana Sengupta
Major(s): Business & Data Science
Year: Junior
Pronouns: she/her
Bio: Hi!! My name is Shrobana and I’m a junior majoring in Business and Data Science with an emphasis in Cognition! I love Cognitive Science because of how interdisciplinary it is and that allows me explore different fields and subjects! In my free time, I love to bake, go to concerts, and travel!
Fun Fact: I have a macaron business!
Finance Director
Devan Melwani
Major(s): MCB & Cog Sci, Minor in Data Science
Year: Sophomore
Pronouns: he/him
Bio: Devan Melwani is a second year at UC Berkeley, double majoring in Cognitive Science + MCB and minoring in Data Science. I love that CogSci is so interdisciplinary and that there are many different career paths one can go into with a CogSci degree!
Fun Fact: I am on an all-male competitive dance team
Tech Director
Shreya Singh
Major(s): Data Science & Cognitive Science, Certificate in Design Innovation
Year: Junior
Pronouns: she/her
Bio: Hey! I’m super interested in UI/UX Design and Research and how to incorporate more data-driven principles to this field! Some of my favorite things to do outside of class are various racquet sports, doing anything creative, lifting, motorsports, and trying new cafes!
Fun Fact: I'm learning four languages on Duolingo right now!
Outreach Co-Director
Kiana Pinkard
Major(s): Cognitive Science & Philosophy
Year: Junior
Pronouns: she/her
Bio: Hello! My name is Kiana Pinkard and I am a junior double majoring in Cog sci and philosophy. I love all the cogsci disciplines but am specifically interested in embodied cognition, metaphysics, developmental psychology, and analytic philosophy. I'm interested in pursuing clinical and social work, academia, or entrepreneurship. Outside of academics I love hanging with friends, exploring new places, cooking, reading, curating eclectic playlists on Spotify, and watching Youtube video essays.
Fun Fact: I have a 1625-day Duolingo Streak
Outreach Co-Director
Aadya Ponangi
Major(s): Cognitive Science & Data Science
Year: Sophomore
Pronouns: she/her
Bio: Hi! My name is Aadya, and I'm a second year majoring in Cognitive Science and Data Science. I love cognitive science because of how it allows me to explore the brain through multiple disciplines, but I especially enjoy its intersection with human data. In my free time, I like to listen to music and podcasts, make soap, and drink lots of hot cocoa.
Fun Fact: I can smell songs!
Media Marketing Co-Director
Namrata Paudel
Major(s): Cognitive Science & Psychology
Year: Junior
Pronouns: she/her
Bio:Something that I love about CogSci is that everyone in the major is always down to talk about interesting & philosophical topics. It's fun to pick everyone's brain and hear about other's perspectives.
Fun Fact: I like making art & watching video essays!
Media Marketing Co-Director
Ana Capela
Major(s): Cognitive Science, Minor in Data Science, Philosophy, & BCDI
Year: Junior
Pronouns: she/they
Bio: Hi I’m Ana! I’m a junior studying CogSci and minoring in Data Science and Philosophy. I love learning about the ways our minds make sense of our environments and one another, and have had so much fun getting to know the CogSci community in CSSA :)
Fun Fact: I’m learning how to play piano 🎹🎶
Design Marketing Director
Katelyn Liu
Major(s): Cognitive Science & Anthropology
Year: Sophomore
Pronouns: she/her
Bio: I'm currently a sophomore majoring in Cognitive Science and Anthropology with a background in neurodiversity advocacy and public health. Outside of my work in CSSA, I love dancing and participate/direct teams on campus. I also love sleeping.
Fun Fact: no. 1 snoopy fan
Professional Events Director
Erin Vinson
Major(s): Neuroscience & Sociology
Year: Junior
Pronouns: she/her
Bio: Hi! My name is Erin and I'm very excited to be part of CSSA. CogSci is so cool because you can explore ton of different topics all within one major, so it's great for people who are curious about a variety of things. Some things I like to do are read, go outside, play games like Stardew Valley and Catan, and eat sweet treats.
Fun Fact: I can make bird noises 🦅
Social Events Director
Myra Tahir
Major(s): Cognitive Science & Korean
Year: Senior
Pronouns: she/her
Bio: Hi! I'm Myra and I'm a senior majoring in Cognitive Science with a minor in Korean. Something I love about CogSci is that it allows to explore lots of different fields, psychology being my favorite. Besides school, I love my dance team, playing video games, and scrapbooking!
Fun Fact: I studied abroad in Korea and broke my ankle there!
