Staff

Hi, I’m Brett! I grew up outside of Boston, MA and moved to Seattle after college. I earned my B.A. in Computer Science from Harvard University and my M.Ed. in Curriculum and Instruction from UW. This is my seventh year teaching in the Allen School. Before I came here, I developed curriculum and trained teachers for Microsoft’s TEALS program, taught CS at Issaquah High School, and worked as a developer at Microsoft. Outside of teaching, I am a high school football official, a frequent volunteer at local FIRST Robotics events, and an avid board game and RPG player.

Hi! I’m Aidan. I’m a second year computer science major. This is my second quarter TAing 123. I’m excited to teach you all! I love my sweet pookie bear LeBron James, who is actively being dragged down by the Lakers. I love the Seahawks and my king JSN. If you can’t tell I like sports. I also like taking hard schedules for no apparent reason whatsoever. Please show up to section so I can yap and teach you 123 <3.

Hi! I’m Anirudh Seshadri (you can call me Ani). I’m a third-year Physics major; this is my second quarter TA‘ing 123. If I’m not in section or lecture you can catch me hopelessly rewatching tv shows (seriously, I NEED show recs), trying out new sports and hobbies, listening to a wide variety of music, or sending cat reels to my friends. Looking forward to meeting everyone!

Hi everyone!! I’m Anya, and I’m a third-year student studying computer science. This is my first quarter being a TA for CSE 123 and my fifth quarter being a TA overall, and I’m so excited to be here :) I also love to watch trashy Indian soap operas, hike, and go on long walks contemplating whether I should eat ice cream or a chocolate chip cookie for dessert.

Hi everyone, I’m Arohan! I’m a third-year majoring in computer science. In my free time, I enjoy playing poker, listening to new music, and playing/watching basketball. I look forward to meeting you all!

How’s it going y’all! My name is Ashar, and I’m super excited to be one of your 123 TAs this quarter. I’ve TA’d this course twice before and enjoyed it each time, and I’m sure this quarter won’t be any different. Apart from coursework, I love playing and watching soccer, watching movies, and reading. Reach out if you want any movie recs or just wanna talk. Here’s to a great quarter.

Hi all, I’m Brice and this is my second quarter TAing this course! Fun facts about me: I beat Ryley (and Jynxzi) in Clash Royale, I’m picking up reading again, and I’m a V12 rock climber. I’m also trying to pick up new hobbies, so if you have a cool hobby, please let me know!! I’m really excited to meet all of you and lets have a great winter quarter!

Hi there, I’m Chloe! I’m a first-time TA and am super excited to work with you all. I grew up in Hayama, Japan and have spent some time in the Bay, but am now trying to adopt awesome Seattleite hobbies (hiking, biking, yoga and all that) when I’m not crocheting or binge-watching shows. Feel free to reach out anytime :)

Hi. I’m Chris, a sophomore majoring in computer science. This will be my 5^th quarter being a TA. In my free time I enjoy rock climbing, hanging out with my dog Milo, and watching VCT. I’ve been trying to upgrade my wardrobe so feel free to recommend clothing/brands to try (nothing too crazy, TA money ain’t paying for all that) Excited to meet y’all!

Cora is a third-year CS major hailing from Renton, WA and this will be her fifth quarter as a TA. When let out of the IPL, she spends her free time crocheting, strumming the guitar, and wearing boots that clip-clop. She is chatty by nature and greatly encourages any questions or conversation. Please.

Hi everyone! I’m Crystal Shen, and I’m a junior in Informatics. Aside from being a TA, I am an escape room enthusiast, a culinary connoisseur, and a TV show specialist (not really - just in love with Brooklyn Nine-Nine and Young Sheldon). I’m looking forward to meeting all of you!

Hi 🙂. Happy to be your TA this quarter! A little about me is I’m a 3^rd year CS Major, I am currently learning Chinese, I like Pokémon, and I like getting to chat with students. Don’t be a stranger!

Hi, I’m Eeshani! I’m a senior in ECE and this is my 5^th quarter TAing CSE 123. Looking forward to a fun quarter!

Hi! Im Elden, a sophomore studying computer science. Alongside CS, I’m also a fashion and graphic designer. I love all things clothes, art, music, and tech! I’m always here to help! So excited to help in your learning and success! xx

Hi everyone, I’m Evan! I’m a second year Computer Engineering student and I’ve been a CSE 123 TA for a while. My New Year’s Resolution is to stop saying “67”, and to brainrot less. We will ball or bawl this quarter.

Hi everyone! I’m Ishita, and this is my second quarter as a TA <3. In my free time, I love watching sports (Go Cowboys!), binging TV shows (most recently Stranger Things), reading books, and nerding out about the environment. I’m also a huge penguin lover. Can’t wait to meet you all!

Hey there, I’m Jenny! I’m a second year CS major, and I’m so excited to be working with everyone this autumn :) Find me at cafes, in the music practice rooms, making avocado toast, or working on CS projects.

Hey, I’m Jonah! :D This is my second quarter TAing 123 and I’m super excited to be back. I’m a second-year Computer Science major minoring in Urban Design and Planning. Outside of school, I’m learning to cook and more recently crochet. I also just started White Lotus – let me know if you have any show recs!

Sup! I’m Katharine, a super-senior in CS and a long-time 122 TA. But I have finally upgraded to 123! I have hobbies including baking, cooking, reading, dancing, and filmmaking. My goal this quarter is to get a job and also get en-pointe in ballet. This is my last quarter at UW, and I’m so glad to spend it being a 123 TA!

Hi, I’m Kavya! I’m a senior studying Computer Science and this is my eighth quarter TAing. Outside of classes, I love skiing, singing, and traveling the world with my family. I look forward to meeting you all this quarter!

Hi! I’m Kieran, I’m a CS major from Portland, OR, and I’ve been TAing various courses in the Allen school for about a year. If I wasn’t a TA (unfathomable) my dream job would be either wizard or one of the guys who get paid to make up fake languages for the actors to speak in fantasy movies. In my free time, I enjoy frolicking, cavorting, mischief, hijinks, and general tomfoolery.

hi hi!! my name is kuhu and i’m a senior in electrical and computer engineering. in my free time i like to do everything. some specifics include cooking, hiking, gymming, roadtripping, and watching so many movies :) im excited for a great wintery quarter!

Hey guys! My name is Misha Nivota and I’m a third year studying CS! In my free time, I like scream-singing Bollywood songs, watching Jeopardy, and running the Interactive Intelligence RSO at UW. This is my 2^nd quarter as a 123 TA and I’m thrilled to meet you all :D

Hi I’m Nate and I play table tennis. I’m also a third year student studying computer science. I help run the Husky Table Tennis Club by making Instagram reels- feel free to come by and we can have a match! For fun I like karaoke and listening to performative music. This is my first quarter as a TA and I’m looking forward to working with everyone!

Hi everyone! I am a second year studying how to convince rocks to think smartly. Sometimes it works and sometimes it doesn’t. When I get bored of electric rocks, I like to gallop along the Burke-Gillman trails, drink from the tantamount fountains of boba around UW, or disperse myself amongst the bright stars above. If you want to chat about making rocks think, stars, or anything else, feel free to stop by my section before and after! Great meeting you all!

Hi there! My name is Rena, I’m a junior major in Statistics - Data Science. This is my second quarter as a TA : ) Aside from being a TA, my hobbies are listening to music; playing video games and watching movies. Can’t wait to meet y’all!!

Hi everyone, I’m Sahana! I’m a second year pursuing neuro. In my free time I love to dance, ski, and rewatch Brooklyn Nine-Nine. I’m looking forward to meeting all of you this quarter!

Hi everyone! I’m Sean, a second year CS major originally from Mukilteo, WA. This is my first quarter TAing CSE 123, and I’m super excited for a great quarter with you all! Outside of work and school, I love nature, food, reading, and I’m also an avid tennis lover (you may see me at the courts). Feel free to reach out to me about anything, whether it be advice or even the upcoming Australian Open, and I’d be happy to talk!

Hey y’all! My name’s Trien, and I’m currently a Senior majoring in Computer Science. At this point, I’ve basically lost track of how long I’ve been here. In my free time, I mainly enjoy playing video games (currently League of Legends), watching shows, and eating food. Super excited to meet y’all.