UC Online Support Intern
Hello! My name is Alexa Martinez. I was born in Chicago, IL, but I moved to Porterville, CA, when I was five years old. I am currently a third-year Public Health major at UC Merced. When I’m not studying, I’m spending time with friends or watching movies. If you have any questions about UC Online, please don’t hesitate to reach out. We’re here to help!
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Hey! My name is Ami I'm from Corona, California. I am a third-year Computer Science and Engineering major On campus I am a member of Alpha Kappa Psi, I. I decided to attend UC Merced because it has many opportunities and I fell in love with the community here I love gaming, drawing and listening to music.
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Hello! My name is Amy and I am a first year majoring in Mechanical Engineering. I am involved in AIAA where we are currently working on building UC Merced’s first nanosatellite! Besides engineering, I enjoy working out, watching movies, and creating art. Come say hi if you ever see me around!
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Hello!! My name is Belen Aravena. I am currently in majoring in Anthropology and with plans with of double majoring with History. I am involved in the Ballet Folklorico club here on campus. If you have any question, please feel free to reach out to the Students First Center.
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Hey everyone! My name is Cesar Esquivel, and I was born and raised in Delhi, CA. I am currently a second year student Majoring in Economics. I enjoy spending my free time with friends. In that free time, I enjoy video games, movies, and learning new things. If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to the Students First Center (SFC). We are here for you!
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Hello! My name is Daisy Rodriguez, I am from Fresno, California. I am a third-year student majoring in Management and Business Economics and Political Science. On campus, I'm involved in the Photography Club and the CAPE Center as a research assistant. In my free time, I enjoy spending time with family and friends. If you have any questions, please reach out to us at the Students First Center!
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Hi. My name is David Lee Hernandez and I am from Merced, California. I'm happy to be a Bobcat ... so wohoo! I am pursuing a Mechanical Engineering major and hope to graduate early. I love french fries and my pastimes are playing sports, video games, or watching shows. Don't be shy to ask questions and hope to see you around the office.
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Hey! My name is Hannah Neira. I was born and raised in Bakersfield,CA. I am a third year psychology major with a minor in public health, but I am on the track to graduate a year early! On campus I am a member of a Panhellenic sorority, Delta Gamma, I currently hold the position of Vice President of Communications. I decided to attend UC Merced because it has many opportunities and I fell in love with the campus! If I am not studying or working, I like to watch Netflix, hangout with friends and family.
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Hi, my name’s Isaac Sanchez and I’m a third year as a Management and Business Economics Major. I’m from San Diego, CA and plan to pursue a career in administration after graduating from UC Merced. I’m currently part of multiple organizations on campus, such as Delta Sigma Pi and La Familia, and my hobbies include guitar, biking, and cooking. Feel free to say hi if you see me!
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Hello everyone! My name is Isaac Muñoz, and I'm from San Diego, California, where I was born and raised. I’m currently a second-year Political Science major at UC Merced. I chose UC Merced because of their amazing opportunity as well as being close to a national park!
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Hey! My name is Jocelyn Mateo and I am from Los Angeles, California. I am a second-year student at UC Merced majoring in Psychology seeking to minor in Political Science. My goal is to be a member of a Human Resources department, because I like creating bonds and being interactive. On my free time I enjoy spending time with friends, visiting family in the Central Valley, or simply staying in to paint or watch a movie. Feel free to say hi if you ever see me around campus or reach out to ask any questions if you ever need help.
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My name is Jonathan Lopez-Hernandez. My hometown is Pomona, CA and I am an undergraduate Mechanical Engineer at UC Merced. I am involved in the Gateway Scholars Program! My main hobbies are soccer, piano, video editing, photoshop, tech repair, card tricks, and the gym. I chose UC Merced because its strong resources gave me a promising future to look forward to! Look forward to seeing you at the SFC!
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Hi! My name is Leila Almaraz, and I’m from Dublin, a city in California’s Bay Area. I’m entering my second year at UC Merced and I’m majoring in Management and Business Economics. I enjoy UC Merced for its diverse community and beautiful campus, which always makes me excited to return. One of my passions is traveling—I love exploring new countries and experiencing different cultures. If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out to the Students First Center (SFC). We’re here to help!
UC Online Support Intern
Hey! My name is Leticia Jaral Alvarez and I was born and raised in San Jose, California but moved to Manteca, California a few years ago. I am currently a third-year student at UC Merced majoring in Computer Science and Engineering. My goal for the future is to become a software engineer or video game developer. In my free time I typically go to the gym, hang out with friends, listen to music, watch shows/movies, or play Sims. If you are interested in taking online courses offered by other UC campuses, feel free to reach out to UC Online.
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Hello! My name is Lizette Montes-Martinez, and I'm a 3rd-year public health major with a minor in psychology, born and raised in Merced, CA. I’m passionate about making a positive impact, especially by helping students navigate their journey at UC Merced. Whether it's offering advice or just being a listening ear, I love supporting others through this exciting chapter of life alongside my own. When I'm not focused on my studies, you can find me spending quality time with my family and friends, enjoying the moments that matter most. If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to reach out to the Students First Center (SFC). We're here to support you!
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Hi! My name is Marcos Mayoral, and I was born and raised in Merced, CA. I am a second Year Student majoring in Biological Sciences with an emphasis on Human Biology. After graduating from college, I am hopeful in pursuing a career in pharmacy. In my free time I enjoy playing sports and watching YouTube. If you have any questions don’t hesitate to ask, we are here for you!
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Hi! My name is Moises Lopez, and I was born and raised in Merced, CA. I am a second year student majoring in Mechanical Engineering with a minor in Electrical Engineering. After Graduating from College, I plan on pursuing a career in nanotechnology or designing hardware. Also, I like to research about plants and their origins because I find their culture fascinating. In my free time I like to play games, soccer, and annoying my cat. If you have any questions feel free to ask, we are here for you!
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Hey everyone! My name is Sebastian Cruz and I’m from Fresno, California. I’m a second-year Biology major here at UC Merced and I’m involved in ISight, the pre-optometry club on campus. I plan to attend optometry school after graduating and used to work at an eye clinic, so I know a thing or two about eyes—feel free to ask! Outside of academics, I’m a huge fan of Yu-Gi-Oh, I love working out and running, and I only listen to The Weeknd. Also, caffeine—in the form of energy drinks—is basically my fuel. I chose UC Merced because of how welcoming and friendly the campus is. If you ever need help or have questions, don’t hesitate to reach out to the Students First Center (SFC)!
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Hello! My name is Tayba Khan, and I am a second year Human Biology major from Fresno, CA. I am also a SJV Prime+ B.S./M.D. scholar here with UC Merced/UCSF, which will allow me to go on to attend medical school here on campus after graduation! Choosing Merced gives me the flexibility to go home often, which I appreciate, as I love making memories with friends and family and playing with my pet cat. In my free time, I enjoy going to the gym, singing, and playing video games. I also love to sew with old pieces of clothing I have to give them a new life! I can’t wait to help you here at SFC, so we can help you have the best year possible!
