Meet AVELA's Officers

Kyle Johnson

Officer since 2019

Ph.D. in Computer Science & Engineering at the UW
Co-founder of the Black Graduate Student Association (BGSA) ✊🏾
Co-founder of A Vision for Electronic Literacy & Access (AVELA)
Enjoyer of big bowls of Jambalaya
Amatuer ankle breaker on any outdoor court

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Aisha Cora

Officer since 2021

Third year in Electrical & Computer Engineering
2022-2023 NSBE President
Research assistant in the ISCRM lab
Poetry enthusiast interested in traveling, TikTok, and advocacy
Favorite artists: Burna Boy, Amine, Snoh Alegra

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Liban Hussein

Officer since 2021

Second year Ph.D. student in Electrical & Computer Engineering (ECE)
Research focused on chip design for biomedical applications
Former long-distance runner (4:58/1600m)
Passionate about outreach, hooping, and meeting new people!

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Raul Villanueva

Officer since 2019

Undergraduate in Electrical Engineering
Engineering Peer Educator
Engineering Ambassador
Microsoft Explore Intern
Enjoys working out, playing soccer, and listening to music

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Fatima Gbla

Officer since 2022

Third year in Molecular Biology
Interested in healthcare and medical/cancer research
Paul G. Allen Center Teacher Assistant
Born and raised in The Bronx, NY
Gambian / Sierra Leonean
Clubs: AVELA, ProjectMed, National Society of Black Health Professionals, TRIO Scholar, STEM ASB, Director of Community Relations for OMAD Student Advisory Board, MOR Student Ambassador

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