In what feels like the blink of an eye, our chapter has welcomed 22 exceptional new brothers. Even though we are only a month removed from rush, these new brothers already feel like family. Our Rush Chair, Abby Burger, did an exceptional job managing an enormous turnout, ensuring everything ran smoothly. Additionally Marshals Bennett Kinney and Lily Anderson have been doing a great job leading the group and educating them about our chapter. With that being said, we are proud to introduce our new brothers below!
Andrew Wolf
- Year: Freshman
- Major: Computer Engineering
- Hometown: Lincolnshire, IL
- Why did you choose your major/engineering? I have self-taught backgrounds in CS, 3D printing, and overall "making things". I've always wanted to combine my love for software with hardware.
- Favorite part about UW-Madison? Being so close to the lake!
- Hobbies/Interests: Listening to music and going to concerts, watching Formula 1, finding new restaurants, flying drones.
- Fun Fact: I ran a profitable software business in high school.
- Dream city to live in after graduation? Laguna Beach, CA
- One thing you want to accomplish in your lifetime? I want to be a mentor for younger, ambitious people who remind me of where I started from.
Annika Weir
- Year: Sophomore
- Major: Environmental Engineering
- Hometown: Minnetrista, Minnesota
- Why did you choose your major/engineering? I found my passion for helping the environment at a young age. In 4th grade, I learned about an extreme environmental crisis called the Great Pacific Garbage Patch. Although I do not live anywhere near the ocean, I felt a rude awakening. I knew then I wanted my future career to involve helping the Earth. Over time, I discovered strengths in math, science, and problem solving, and combining them with my passion for the environment led me to pursue environmental engineering.
- Favorite part about UW-Madison? My favorite part of UW–Madision is the balance between academics and a vibrant campus community. In the College of Engineering, I am challenged to develop my technical skills and problem solving through both projects and coursework. Along with this, I have the opportunity to engage with campus life through clubs, sporting events, and community activities to connect with people outside the classroom.
- Hobbies/Interests: One of my favorite hobbies is reading. I enjoy a variety of genres including historical fiction/non-fiction, dystopian, and realistic fiction. Another hobby I enjoy is volleyball. I especially have a great time playing intramural sand volleyball with Theta Tau!
- Fun Fact: A fun fact about me is after 5.5 years of study, I'm still working towards one of my oldest bucket list goals: becoming fluent in Spanish. I'm applying this passion of mine at UW–Madison by pursuing a certificate in International Engineering. I can't wait for the semester that I get to travel abroad to take my biggest bilingual test and make my younger self, who suffered through endless flashcards, proud.
- Dream city to live in after graduation? Minneapolis, MN or a small town outside the city.
- One thing you want to accomplish in your lifetime? In my lifetime, I hope to work internationally on engineering projects that help various communities. Specifically, I want to focus on water treatment, water quality, and water distribution systems.
Avery Gunn
- Year: Freshman
- Major: Mechanical Engineering
- Hometown: Madison, WI
- Why did you choose your major/engineering? I chose to study mechanical engineering because I enjoy math and physics. I've also always liked creating things and hope that engineering will help me become better at that.
- Favorite part about UW-Madison? The lakes and the quality of the school.
- Hobbies/Interests: Lifting, Soccer, Hiking/Backpacking, Traveling
- Fun Fact: I have been to 15 countries
- Dream city to live in after graduation? Boulder, CO
- One thing you want to accomplish in your lifetime? Climbing a mountain.
Brady Mayer
- Year: Freshman
- Major: Biomedical engineering
- Hometown: Kaukauna, Wisconsin
- Why did you choose your major/engineering? I chose Biomedical Engineering because I was interested in a job in the hospital but not the time commitment of med school. I also love biology and enjoyed my AP course in high school.
- Favorite part about UW-Madison? So far, my favorite part of UW-Madison is the community. Through many organizations and groups to as simple as my dorm floor, there is always great people to surround you. Madison is a great combination of academic focus and electric environment.
- Hobbies/Interests: Sleeping, Hunting, Eating, Hanging with friends
- Fun Fact: I have two redhead brothers.
- Dream city to live in after graduation? The Hamptons
- One thing you want to accomplish in your lifetime? I want to earn a degree and find a solid job that I am happy to work.
Bridget Jensen
- Year: Freshman
- Major: Biomedical Engineering
- Hometown: Brookfield, WI
- Why did you choose your major/engineering? I chose Biomedical Engineering because I was very interested in medicine, specifically on a molecular level. I also really enjoyed physics and calculus in high school so engineering seemed yo be a good fit. My grandpa was also a biomedical engineer so I hope to follow in his foot steps
- Favorite part about UW-Madison? So far my favorite part has been the people I have met in my pledge class at Theta Tau. We have all gotten very close quite quickly and it feels like I have a family away from family.
- Hobbies/Interests: I really enjoy reading, baking, and working out.
- Fun Fact: I unintentionally mimic people's accents—particularly international ones.
- Dream city to live in after graduation? Vienna
- One thing you want to accomplish in your lifetime? I would like to do revolutionary research with stem cells relating to neurodegenerative diseases.
Christian McIlheran
- Year: Freshman
- Major: Industrial and Systems Engineering
- Hometown: Brookfield, WI
- Why did you choose your major/engineering? I've always been super interested in the big picture instead of just one part, so engineering entire systems would be a dream job for me.
- Favorite part about UW-Madison? The people
- Hobbies/Interests: Running, photography
- Fun Fact: I can speak german
- Dream city to live in after graduation? Phoenix, AZ
- One thing you want to accomplish in your lifetime? Create something to improve quality of life for as many people as possible.
Claire Casson
- Year: Freshman
- Major: Civil, Engineering
- Hometown: Northfield, MN
- Why did you choose your major/engineering? I chose civil engineering because I love cities and I think how we interact with our built enviornment is so important.
- Favorite part about UW-Madison? TT, Climbing Club, Conrad A. Elvehjem Building, or Lakeshore Path,
- Hobbies/Interests: Running, Climbing, Art
- Fun Fact: I have a cat and a dog that both have names related to ancient greek philosphy and I have lived in three countries!
- Dream city to live in after graduation? Cologne, Germany
- One thing you want to accomplish in your lifetime? I want to do an ultra marathon at some point and also have an impact on public transport access in the U.S!
Clinton Woodmansee
- Year: Freshman
- Major: Electrical engineering
- Hometown: Houston, Texas
- Why did you choose your major/engineering? I chose electrical engineering because of its versatility in hiring. I know I like computers, programming, and electrical components, but I don't know exactly what I want to do yet. Electrical Engineering's broad range of fields of application give me the chance to find something I really enjoy.
- Favorite part about UW-Madison? The work hard-play hard environment is something I really enjoy. I love meeting all the very smart and social people of the school.
- Hobbies/Interests: Rock climbing, skiing, geoguessr, cars
- Fun Fact: I lived in California, China, and England growing up.
- Dream city to live in after graduation? Austin or Seattle
- One thing you want to accomplish in your lifetime? Developing a product and turning that into a startup/business.
Dara Golden
- Year: Sophomore
- Major: Biomedical Engineering
- Hometown: Wayne, NJ
- Why did you choose your major/engineering? I have always been interested in math and science classes, especially physics. Sophomore year of high school I tore my acl due to a soccer injury and ever since then have been interested in studying how physics correlates to analyzing forces on the human body and the study of biomechanics.
- Favorite part about UW-Madison? My favorite part of UW-Madison is the fact that it is on a lake. I love to study at the union looking over the lake, going on walks alongside the lake, and swimming in it. It is a really unique quality that not all college campuses have.
- Hobbies/Interests: I love to run, travel, cook, and watch movies with friends.
- Fun Fact: I have a golden retriever dog and my last name is golden!
- Dream city to live in after graduation? Boston, MA
- One thing you want to accomplish in your lifetime? I want to run a marathon at some point in my life.
Dhanvi Ramji
- Year: Freshman
- Major: Chemical Engineering
- Hometown: Montgomery, New Jersey
- Why did you choose your major/engineering? I chose to pursue Chemical Engineering because I felt it would provide me with a foundational understanding of the different applications of chemistry and biology within the context of industry. I also wanted a major that was broad enough to let me explore different fields and specify my areas of interest if I choose to pursue graduate studies.
- Favorite part about UW-Madison? My favorite part of UW-Madison is the multiple community dynamics. The variation in student interests and groups are extremely inviting and there are many communities I would love to continue to explore.
- Hobbies/Interests: Basketball, Volleyball, Running, Playing Guitar/Ukulele, DJing, Playing cards.
- Fun Fact: I am a DJ and ran a business for 2 years in high school
- Dream city to live in after graduation? NYC
- One thing you want to accomplish in your lifetime? I want to travel to 20 different countries.
Dylan Libel
- Year: Sophomore
- Major: Biomedical Engineering
- Hometown: Des Plaines, IL
- Why did you choose your major/engineering? Shadowing an ER doctor during my Junior year of high school influenced me to become a part of the medical field.
- Favorite part about UW-Madison? The balance between academic rigor and fun activities.
- Hobbies/Interests: Hockey, medical advancements, gaming, hanging with friends, nature
- Fun Fact: I am scuba dive certified and have dove in 3 different counties.
- Dream city to live in after graduation? Chicago
- One thing you want to accomplish in your lifetime? I want to be able to give back to my parents after all they have given up for me
Emma Cavazos
- Year: Freshman
- Major: Mechanical Engineering
- Hometown: Middleton, Wisconsin
- Why did you choose your major/engineering? My interest in mechanical engineering stems from my curiosity about how systems function and my desire to create solutions that promote sustainability. Throughout high school, I immersed myself in STEM environments, which deepened my passion for understanding and improving complex systems. Over time, my childhood curiosity has evolved into a drive to tackle real-world problems, particularly in designing efficient and environmentally conscious technologies. Mechanical engineering offers the tools to optimize processes, develop innovative products, and implement sustainable practices across industries, allowing me to design solutions that reduce environmental impact and contribute to a more sustainable future.
- Favorite part about UW-Madison? My favorite thing is the lake, and I love that the people here have a good balance between academics and fun.
- Hobbies/Interests: I love being outside, so some of my favorite hobbies and interests are hiking, running, paddleboarding, and skiing. I also love to travel and take pictures with my camera.
- Fun Fact: A fun fact about me is that I am a second degree black belt.
- Dream city to live in after graduation? Geneva, Switzerland.
- One thing you want to accomplish in your lifetime? Something that I want to accomplish in my lifetime is walking the Camino de Santiago.
Finley Moss
- Year: Sophomore
- Major: Engineering Mechanics: Aerospace
- Hometown: Eau Claire, Wisconsin
- Why did you choose your major/engineering? I chose my major because of my love for planes. When I was seven, I traveled to Thailand and was AMAZED that a huge metal machine could stay in the air for hours. Later, I became a student pilot, and my instructor, a former aircraft mechanic, explained every detail of how planes work. That's when I became fascinated by the engineering side of aviation and aerospace. When I discovered EMA, I knew it was the perfect fit, and after freshman year, I can confidently say I'm right where I belong!
- Favorite part about UW-Madison? The people and the adventures
- Hobbies/Interests: Being outdoors, listening to music, skiing, piano, and biking!
- Fun Fact: I played ball with Bon Iver (sort of)
- Dream city to live in after graduation? Anywhere with a mountain in close proximity
- One thing you want to accomplish in your lifetime? Giving a TED Talk one day would be pretty cool. I'm not sure what I'd talk about yet, but that's a problem for the future.
Isabella Belgiorno
- Year: Sophomore
- Major: EMA
- Hometown: Grafton, WI
- Why did you choose your major/engineering? I chose my major partly because I enjoy STEM courses, but also because I am a passionate environmentalist, and would like to be apart of the push for greater sustainability in the aerospace industry.
- Favorite part about UW-Madison? The campus and how it is integrated into the city of Madison.
- Hobbies/Interests: Hiking, latte art, music, etc.
- Fun Fact: I was Annie in Annie the Musical.
- Dream city to live in after graduation? Vancouver
- One thing you want to accomplish in your lifetime? My dream is to win Big Brother.
Kaitlin Gish
- Year: Freshman
- Major: Biomedical Engineering
- Hometown: Lexington, KY
- Why did you choose your major/engineering? I love the clear-cut nature of math and science but want a more humanistic and ethical career.
- Favorite part about UW-Madison? The people, vibes, and Theta Tau
- Hobbies/Interests: Tennis, Needlepointing, and watching sports
- Fun Fact: I volunteered in an ICU for three years while in high school
- Dream city to live in after graduation? Boston, MA
- One thing you want to accomplish in your lifetime? Bring more equity to reproductive healthcare
Kellie Mueller
- Year: Sophomore
- Major: Mechanical engineering
- Hometown: White Lake, Michigan
- Why did you choose your major/engineering? I chose to do engineering because I love problem solving and how engineering is present everywhere in the world around us. Mechanical engineering specifically appealed to me because of the broad applications and fields I could work in.
- Favorite part about UW-Madison? My favorite part of UW-Madison is the engineering program and culture, as well as the amazing campus.
- Hobbies/Interests: Cooking and baking, reading, working out
- Fun Fact: I have a keychain from every city, state, and country I've traveled to
- Dream city to live in after graduation? Chicago, IL
- One thing you want to accomplish in your lifetime? Traveling to all 50 states and every continent (except Antarctica)
Lauren Hain
- Year: Sophomore
- Major: Biomedical engineering
- Hometown: North Caldwell, NJ
- Why did you choose your major/engineering? I choose to study biomedical engineering because it combined my interests of healthcare, problem solving, and creativity. I love how biomedical engineering has a direct impact in the healthcare industry. I enjoy that it allows me to think creatively using math and science to solve real world medical problems.
- Favorite part about UW-Madison? My favorite part about UW Madison is that it has a mix of great academics but also fun, Big Ten spirit.
- Hobbies/Interests: Running, reading, traveling.
- Fun Fact: I play the piano.
- Dream city to live in after graduation? Boston, MA
- One thing you want to accomplish in your lifetime? I want to run a marathon!
Lily Tapparo
- Year: Sophomore
- Major: Biomedical Engineering
- Hometown: Bethesda, MD
- Why did you choose your major/engineering? I chose biomedical engineering because I wanted to mix medicine and problem-solving. I also really enjoy the project design aspects of BME.
- Favorite part about UW-Madison? My favorite part of UW–Madison is the people and the energy on campus because there's always something fun going on. Madison is also one of the best college towns because there's so much to do!
- Hobbies/Interests: I love to bake, go to the gym/ do hot yoga, and I love photography!
- Fun Fact: I have two nieces
- Dream city to live in after graduation? New York City
- One thing you want to accomplish in your lifetime? Speak fluently in another language
Nevin Sunny
- Year: Sophomore
- Major: Computer Engineering
- Hometown: Shakopee, Minnesota
- Why did you choose your major/engineering? I picked my major of Computer Engineering because I've always been intrigued by how technology works. Curiosity for understanding how hardware and software systems work together.
- Favorite part about UW-Madison? The Campus
- Hobbies/Interests: Weightlifting, playing or watching sports, eating new foods
- Fun Fact: I have 7 wisdom teeth
- Dream city to live in after graduation? Dallas, Texas
- One thing you want to accomplish in your lifetime? Achieve generational wealth
Sarah Bransky
- Year: Sophomore
- Major: Civil Engineering
- Hometown: Soldiers Grove, Wisconsin
- Why did you choose your major/engineering? I have always loved design and math. Bridges and buildings have always peaked my interest. Civil engineering is the perfect combination of these interests and the more I learn, the more I love it.
- Favorite part about UW-Madison? I love the people I have met at UW-Madison along with how the campus merges into the beautiful city of Madison.
- Hobbies/Interests: Music, running, guitar, basketball, outdoors, art, architecture .
- Fun Fact: I wrote a complete Percy Jackson sequel book in fifth grade.
- Dream city to live in after graduation? Duluth , MN
- One thing you want to accomplish in your lifetime? Make a soufflé.
Sullivan Neumeier
- Year: Freshman
- Major: Biomedical Engineering
- Hometown: Brookfield, Wisconsin
- Why did you choose your major/engineering? I love the medical field and problem solving, so I thought this major was the best combination of both
- Favorite part about UW-Madison? Being a part of the TT community and meeting engineers from all over the country
- Hobbies/Interests: Swimming, snowboarding, card games/tricks, brothers
- Fun Fact: I have been stung by jellyfish 7 times
- Dream city to live in after graduation? Brookfield, WI
- One thing you want to accomplish in your lifetime? Finish an Ironman
Will Quinn
- Year: Sophomore
- Major: Mechanical Engineering
- Hometown: Rhinelander, Wisconsin
- Why did you choose your major/engineering? I chose ME because it allows me to utilize creativity and learned principles to optimize a design or vision.
- Favorite part about UW-Madison? My favorite part of UW-Madison is all the new connections I have made!
- Hobbies/Interests: I love Fishing, Hunting and all sports
- Fun Fact: I am a proud owner of a boat!
- Dream city to live in after graduation? Anywhere in South Carolina
- One thing you want to accomplish in your lifetime? Retire before I am 50