Hasmik Shakaryan, STEM Academy Director
AESA member since 2010. Master of Science in Math and Physics, Master of Science in Computer Science, majored in Telecommunication Networking. Working as a software Tech Support Engineer of Automation and Scripting at Keysight Technologies. Besides working with kids, loves playing the piano, enjoys painting, hiking and traveling around the world and getting to explore different cultures.
Katia Kermoyan, STEM Academy Coordinator
Bachelor of Science in Computer Science from Haigazian University, Beirut, Lebanon, and Master of Science in Information Systems from California State University of Los Angeles. Currently working as an IT Project Manager and Business Analyst at the County of Los Angeles, Department of Mental Health. Engaged in community service, admires nature, likes cultures, history, hiking, and cooking.
Arin Abed, Robotics Program Lead
AESA member since 2012. Master of Science in Control Systems. Working as Optical Packaging Engineer in Silicon Photonics Start Up. Passionate about Robotics as a platform for STEM education. Enjoys mountaineering and Literature.
Sona Juharyan, Science Olympiad Lead and Math Program Co-Lead
AESA Science Olympiad Committee chair since 2015. Active member of AESA 2017 and 2018 GALA committees, 2019 Expo/Conference, and Robotics team. Bachelor of Science in Structural Engineering from the University of California, San Diego. Transportation Engineer at Caltrans, at the current position of Materials Engineer, supporting Los Angeles and Ventura Counties on roadway design. Looking forward to working with students who are interested in Math Olympiads.
Aida Bareghamyan, Biology Program Lead
AESA Member since 2017. Outside of the STEM Academy, is involved in Science Olympiad and AESA Conference/Expo committees. Graduated from University of Southern California with a Bachelor of Science degree in Biological Sciences in 2015. Currently a PhD Candidate at the USC Neuroscience Graduate Program. Is passionate about mentoring college students in research as well as inspiring young students to follow a scientific path. Looking forward to working with the AESA STEM Academy students and team to inspire and train the next generation of scientists and engineers.
John Shirajian, Physics /Chemistry Program Lead and Math Program Co-Lead
AESA past President and Science Olympiad founding member. Science and Math department chair at Ribet Academy. Enjoys golf, going to Science museums, and family time.
Hakop Palyan, Electrical/Electronics Program Lead
Bachelor of Science in Computer Science & Engineering from the University of California, Los Angeles. Full stack software engineer at Google with experience developing web and mobile based products and services. Passionate about music, software, technology, and mentoring the next generation of students interested in STEM education.
Emen Baghoomian, Electrical/Electronics Program Mentor
Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering and Computer Sciences from University of California, Berkeley, and Master of Science in Computer Science from the University of Southern California. Responsible for the technical operations at Musical Armenia. Specializes in Tech Services and Web Development. Passionate about creating learning opportunities for the next generation in the arts and sciences.
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