About | Meet Our Club Leaders
2021-2022 Academic Year
FRANKLIN PANDOY
President
Hometown: Redlands, CA
Degrees: B.S. in History with a minor in Public Affairs from UCLA
Professional interest areas: Transportation and housing
When I was a kid, I wanted to be in the army! I wanted to be a hero that saved people. Well now I serve people through planning, close enough.
My favorite song is: So Sick by Ne-Yo
Outside of the grad lab, you can find me: Playing basketball, playing video games, and going to concerts/events
My Advice for first year MCRP students: Give yourself time to soak it all in, the transition into grad school can take some time so give yourself the space and permission to adjust. If you ever need support feel free to reach out!
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STEPHANIE CAIN
Vice President
Hometown: Watchung, NJ
Degrees: B.S. Exercise Science from Rutgers University
Professional interest areas: Sustainability, including regenerative agriculture, waste processing and reduction, renewable energy, corporate sustainability, sustainable community development and food security programs
When I was a kid I wanted to be a substitute teacher
The weirdest thing I've ever eaten was Jambu - a leafy green that numbs your tongue
Outside of the grad lab, you can find me Hiking, climbing, learning about medicinal plants and wellness
My advice for First Year MCRP Students: Ask questions!! Consider the things that are most passionate about and let those things guide you through the diverse world of planning
NORA PIZELLA
Secretary
Hometown: Nevada City, CA
Degrees: B.S. Environmental Science and Geography from CSU Chico
Professional interest areas: Active Transportation and climate action planning
My Favorite Song is: Nikes by Frank Ocean/Go On by Jack Johnson
The Weirdest Thing I've Ever Eaten Was a peanut butter burger
Outside of the grad lab, you can find me running, cooking, and thrifting
My Advice for First Year MCRP Students: Have Fun! Get to know your classmates and second years!
SERGIO AMEZQUITA
Treasurer & Professional Development Chair
Hometown: Marysville, CA
Degrees: B.S. Environmental Science & Policy and Urban Studies from University of California, Irvine
Professional interest areas: Climate action planning, transportation planning, and housing
My favorite song: Lost in the Light by The Bahamas
The weirdest thing I've ever eaten was: Chocolate dipped Funyuns (I do not recommend)
Outside of the grad lab, you can find me biking around SLO, hanging out with my cat Selene, or building a LEGO set
My advice for First Year MCRP Students: Get involved early, and pursue any interesting opportunities (you never know where they'll lead!)
TIFFANY CHEN
Social Chair
Hometown: Riverside, CA
Degrees: B.S. Film & Media and Environmental Science from University of California Santa Barbara
Professional interest areas: Transportation planning (especially bike/pedestrian planning), and urban design
My Favorite Song: Bizarre Love Triangle by New Order
The weirdest thing I've ever eaten was: Pickles pickled in red kool-aid. yes. it's as bad as it sounds.
Outside of the grad lab, you can find me biking, hiking, making ceramics, playing video games, and practicing bass & piano
My Advice for First Year MCRP Students: Take any of the classes offered at the craft center on campus and don't forget to have fun outside of school!
PEYTON RATTO
APA Representative
Hometown: Santa Clarita, CA
Degrees: B.S. City and Regional Planning from Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo
Professional interest areas: Transportation Planning
My favorite song: Banana Pancakes by Jack Johnson
When I was a kid, I wanted to be a dirt bike rider
Outside of the grad lab, you can find me hiking
My advice for First Year MCRP Students: Don't be too stressed, it all works out