Aidan Tan

Class of 2028

Flintridge Preparatory School

Favorite Food: Roti Canai (Malaysian)

Aidan is passionate about STEM, baseball, and creating inclusive opportunities for children with autism and learning differences. A dedicated baseball player, he looks up to Shohei Ohtani not only for his extraordinary talent but also for his humility, work ethic, and sportsmanship. Off the field, Aidan shines in robotics and hands-on engineering, always eager to build, tinker, and troubleshoot, whether it’s a complex mechanical system or his latest Gundam model. Having grown up with close friends on the autism spectrum, Aidan is especially driven to expand STEM access for underserved youth. He has a natural connection with kids and is a favorite at STEM workshops. Whether he is mentoring a young builder or fine-tuning a code, Aidan brings warmth and a deep belief that everyone deserves the chance to discover their potential.

Brandon Liu

Class of 2029

Flintridge Preparatory School

Favorite Food: Potatoes

Brandon is an outdoor enthusiast, potato loving and interested in finance, STEM, and debate. He thrives on the energy of a fast-paced Lincoln Douglas debate and the thrill of building something from scratch (even if it takes 6 iterations to get his epic launcher just the way he wants it!). He founded Dollar and Sense to make financial literacy fun and approachable, leading hands-on workshops that help youth learn real-world money skills. Whether he’s debating current events or guiding kids through a STEM challenge, Brandon enjoys learning through doing. He’s all about creating interactive spaces where kids can build skills and confidence at their own pace.

Audrey Tan

Class of 2030

Foothills Middle School

Favorite Food: Peking Duck

Audrey is a creative mind who loves bringing ideas to life through various forms of art. Whether she’s sketching on her iPad or crafting by hand, she thrives on making. Outside of art, Audrey enjoys playing softball, storytelling, and leading STEM activities at workshops, where she inspires kids to explore through creativity. When she noticed that her school lacked the extracurricular opportunities available at other middle schools in the district, Audrey founded the Code Masters Club to make coding and robotics more accessible. She successfully secured a district education grant to purchase LEGO Spike Prime kits, giving students hands-on tools to learn and build together. Audrey is passionate about blending art and STEM to help others express themselves and imagine new possibilities.

Tram Anh Ton Nu

Class of 2018

George Mason University

Favorite food: Egg tart

Tram Anh loves reading, writing, and learning languages. She studied six throughout her life, though that’s not to say she is fluent in all of them. 😀 She used to work as an entertainment reporter! As to why she was interested in joining WOW! That’s STEM, she loves learning and is a huge supporter of education in general. Having exposure to a wide variety of activities can really shape a person’s future, so she loves the organization’s mission of bringing STEM education to kids of different backgrounds. Through her involvement with WOW!, she hopes to use the skills she has to help the organization communicate its message to more people.

Aiden Hwang

Class of 2027

Flintridge Preparatory School

Favorite Food: Noodles

Aiden has had a love for math and science ever since elementary school and he has continued to explore STEM in high school. Some of his particular interests include chemistry and calculus. As a youth leader at WOW, he hopes to bring and share these same interests at in-person workshops to students in the Los Angeles area. Planning the curriculum around learning and engaging with new science concepts is the most important step for many to step into the amazing world of STEM. His lessons will used by other WOW! That’s STEM chapters across the nation. Outside of WOW, some fun facts about him are that his favorite food by far is noodles, and he especially likes the azure shade of blue!

Haewon Jung

Class of 2025

UC San Diego

Favorite food: Burrito

Haewon is passionate about using creativity and technology to make meaningful connections with people. She joined the WOW! team to empower others, especially through education, storytelling, and digital innovation. 

Leonor Ayala

Class of 2027

Union County Magnet High School, Roselle Park, NJ

Favorite food: Chocolate Lava Cake

Leonor has a passion for anything hands-on, from making arts and crafts to building LEGOs. She believes hands-on projects are one of the best ways to understand how things work. Aspiring to be a civil engineer, she hopes to use her creativity to improve everyday life in the future.

Romir Uppal

Class of 2028

Montgomery High School, NJ

Favorite food: Sushi

Romir Uppal is passionate about playing the viola and swimming, showcasing his diverse interests and talents. Romir is also the founder of the CTSTEM Montgomery branch, where he teaches mathematics, demonstrating his commitment to promoting education and fostering a community of young learners. He has received the President’s Award for Volunteering, recognizing his outstanding contributions to the community. Additionally, Romir is bilingual, further highlighting his diverse skill set and ability to connect with a broader audience.

Eaindra Zaw

Class of 2030

Foothills Middle School, Arcadia, CA

Favorite food: Strawberry Smoothie

Eaindra is passionate about volunteering and aspires to make a meaningful difference in the future. She enjoys collaborating with her peers and finds joy in reading and writing. Known for her love of socializing, Eaindra values teamwork and effective communication. Her favorite food is strawberry smoothie, which reflects her cheerful and vibrant personality.

Ricky Li

Class of 2029

Arcadia High School

Favorite Food: Smoothie & Chips

Ricky possesses an optimistic nature that always lifts the spirits of those around him. He enjoys playing table tennis competitively and has a deep passion for STEM, debating, and the social sciences. The fast-paced excitement of table tennis and the intensity of spar debates help him thrive. Ricky co-founded the science club at his school to introduce middle schoolers to various fields of science and to inspire them to explore their scientific interests further. Whatever he is doing, he never forgets to bring a smile to others’ faces and always uses his positivity to lead STEM activities with enthusiasm.

Caden Lo

Class of 2026

Temple City High School

Favorite Food: Pho

Caden is a creative student with a passion for mechanical engineering, robotics, and origami. As a member of his school’s Robotics Club and different personal projects, he enjoys both teamwork and hands-on problem-solving. With a love for engineering, Caden is excited to help students in their own creative endeavors.

Samantha Vu

Class of 2027

Stafford STEM Magnet Academy, TX

Favorite food: Avocado smoothie 

Samantha enjoys graphic design and doing arts and crafts in her free time. She likes to find ways to be creative, whether it’s digital or hands-on. Crafting helps her relax and reset after a busy day. Samantha was our first creative talent at WOW! That’s STEM and continues to contribute to all things creative for the organization.

Difei Gao

Class of 2025

New York University

Favorite food: McDonald’s fries with sweet & sour sauce

Difei is a designer and technical artist who creates visuals and immersive experiences. She enjoys collecting and playing vintage vinyl records and DVDs. She’s also a big fan of theatre, detective stories, and mystery shows. Her reason of joining WOW! That’s STEM is that as a graduate of a STEM program, Difei would like to help more girls discover and connect with STEM at an earlier age than she did.

Giselle Ramirez

Class of 2025

University of California, Riverside

Favorite food: Any pasta

Giselle enjoys watching movies and shows on her time off. As a creative-driven person, she enjoys creating a wide range of content, including YouTube videos, graphic designs, and social media posts. By the end of her college year, she pursued her passion for marketing (specifically in the creative area), which motivated her to find a career within that field. She’s gone from being a digital marketing intern for a Korean skincare company to a social media marketing intern at an agency, and now works full-time as a Creative Specialist at a marketing agency. She hopes she will get to reach anyone and everyone through her creativity through WOW! 

Fun Fact: Giselle has three dogs, a cat, three bunnies, and a guinea pig!

Paulina Renteria

Class of 2021

University of California, Riverside, Los Angeles, CA

Favorite food: Tacos

Paulina is a digital marketing enthusiast and cat lover who thrives at the intersection of creativity and technology. She is passionate about all forms of creative expression—from photography and music to graphics and fashion. She is eager to join the WOW! Team because she loves learning, pushing creative boundaries, and promoting education in today’s digital era. 

Shreya Shetty

Class of 2028

Green Hope High School

Favorite food: Biryani

Shreya Shetty
Green Hope High School 2028
Cary, NC
Shreya is interested in becoming a graphic designer in the future, as that was always her dream as a kid! Ever since she was little, she has always enjoyed creating art (whether its painting, drawing, or digital) and designs. In her spare time, she enjoys playing instruments and watching her favorite shows.

She was intrigued by WOW! That’s STEM due to it being based around STEM activities. As someone who plans to pursue a STEM major, and volunteered as a member for various STEM organizations, she felt that this organization would be the perfect fit for her. It resonates with her goals and interests, as well as her strengths!

By being part of the social media team, she hopes to expand the outreach of this organization through her designs and creativity and let others get to know how fun and engaging STEM can be!

Kyle Oyama

Class of 2025

Pepperdine University

Favorite food: Pepperoni Pizza

Kyle is an Eagle scout and has extensive experience working with youth as a summer camp counselor at Los Angeles Botanic Gardens for 6 summers as long as serving as a tutor for youth in all ages. Science has always been one of Kyle’s core interests. He hopes to use his knowledge of medical and scientific principles to help others understand the world they live in and their own health. He joined the leadership team of WOW! That’s STEM as he believes science education is not only crucial to early education, but can be extremely fun. WOW! combines these qualities and helps kids explore important scientific concepts through exciting activities.

Daniel Rosales

Class of 2029

Downey High School

Favorite food: Chicken Wings

Daniel is a focused high school freshman with a strong interest in both football and science. A proud fan of the Denver Broncos especially #2 Patrick Surtain. Beyond sports, Daniel is passionate about pursuing a career as a medical scientist, driven by a desire to solve real-world health challenges through research and innovation. A fun fact about Daniel is that his favorite food is chicken wings- he enjoys trying different flavors and never turns down a chance to have them on game day.

Daniel joined WOW! That’s STEM to be part of a community that encourages curiosity, learning, and leadership. As a mentor, this aspiring medical scientist hopes to inspire younger students to explore the world of STEM with confidence and excitement. Through this role, Daniel aims to make a positive impact by helping others recognize their potential and discover the endless possibilities.

Jacqueline Chow

Class of 2029

Flintridge Preparatory School

Favorite food: Mac and cheese

Jacqueline is an avid reader and probably one of the biggest Percy Jackson nerds you’ll meet. She thrives on all things creative, especially writing, music, dance, visual art, and photography (what she lacks in skill she makes up for in enthusiasm!). Jacqueline wants to be an author when she grows up. She also loves nature and the outdoors, and finds almost everything interesting because she loves to learn. Jacqueline joined WOW! because she likes working with kids and seeing their joy and energy when taking on WOW! challenges. By being a part of the WOW! team, she hopes to help inspire kids to think in new ways that amaze and empower them! Don’t be afraid to talk to Jacqueline if you see her! If she seems unfriendly, that’s just the vibe she gives off—it’s unintentional. She promises she’s not that scary!

Jenny Lien

Class of 2028

Temple City High School

Favorite food: Everything Dairy

Jenny’s interest lies in public health, dentistry, art history, and creative writing. She wants to be a part of WOW! That’s STEM because it offers her a lot of opportunities to engage with her local community and she would like to explore working with children. She is very open to meeting new people so please say hi the next time you see Jenny at a WOW! workshop or event! Jenny loves anything dairy even though she is lactose intolerant.