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About | Meet Our Club Leaders

2021-2022 Academic Year

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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

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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!

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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!)

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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!

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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

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TBA

Diversity and Inclusion Chair

Information coming soon!

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