PEOPLE
Our mentors, volunteers, and advisors are excited to provide 6th - 12th graders with an opportunity to start coding at a young age. We hope to nurture a fun, nonintimidating educational environment to allow any student from any background to enjoy learning to code. A big thank you to our advisor Charles "Charlie" Shackford, the ICS department chair Dr. Scott Robertson, Associate Faculty Specialist Kenny Quibilan, and IT System Administrator Todd Tomita for their support to make this program possible.
MENTORS
Cody Torres (President)
Subjects: Web Dev, Cybersecurity
Hello! My name is Cody, and I'm a Security Science major who loves to spread the word on how awesome the world of computer science is. Two things I love are video games and self improvement. I'm excited for the future of computing and ICSpark!
Briana Lee (Vice President)
Subjects: Web Dev
Hi everyone, my name is Briana and I am a master's student majoring in Computer Science at UH Mānoa. I enjoy watching shows, drawing, and spending time with my friends.
Jeff Wong (Secretary)
Subjects: Web Dev
Hi! My name is Jeff, I am a second-year master's student at the University of Hawaii studying Computer Science. My interests include High Performance Computing and Software Engineering. I am excited to work with everyone!
Tawanza Farmer (Marketing)
Subjects: Web Dev
Hello~ My name is Tawanza and I'm a master's student majoring in Second Language Studies at UH Mānoa. I am researching how people learn languages with apps and other technology. I like cute things, the color pink, vintage gaming, and reading comics.
Ahron Natividad (Lecturer)
Subjects: Web Dev
Hello! My name is Ahron and I am currently a junior majoring in Computer Science with a minor in Mathematics. I enjoy playing video games (mostly the Persona series), solving puzzles, and coding from time to time.
David Rickards (Webmaster)
Subjects: Web Dev, Cybersecurity
Hi, my name is David! I am a graduate student at UH Manoa majoring in Computer Science. I am interested in software engineering and cybersecurity. Outside of school, I enjoy going to the beach, hiking, and cooking.
Lukas Moroz
Subjects: Web Dev
Hello, my name is Lukas Moroz and I am a senior majoring in Computer Science. I enjoy cooking, hiking, and getting way too invested in side projects.
Coleman Lau
Subjects: Web Dev
Hello, my name is Coleman Lau! I am a sophomore majoring in Computer Science. During my free time I enjoy playing video games, listening to music, and playing tennis. I look forward to working with you all!
Dominic Lau
Subjects: Web Dev
Hello! My name is Dominic and I am a sophomore majoring in Computer Science at UH Manoa. During my free time, I like to listen to music, play video games, draw, play sports, and spending time with my friends and family.
Jasmine Quach
Subjects: Web Dev
Hi, I'm Jasmine! I'm an undergraduate junior studying Computer Science with a minor in Philosophy. I love performing in theater and am a big fan of cats.
Shane Cacal-Tafao
Subjects: Web Dev
Hey, I'm Shane and I'm a Junior Mechanical Engineering Student who also does computer science (for some reason). I love playing guitar and also listening to J-pop and J-rock music. Beyond that, I just enjoy helping people.
Derrick Quiamas
Subjects: Web Dev, 2D/3D Programming
Hello! My name is Derrick and I'm a third year computer science major at UH Mānoa under the general track. I enjoy making experiences for both 2D/3D applications as well as VR/AR. In my free time I enjoy playing games, or doing art.
Jaycee Hasegawa
Subjects: Web Dev
Hi everyone! My name is Jaycee, and I'm a freshman majoring in Mechanical Engineering with a minor in Computer Science. In my free time, I love reading books, listening to music, and learning how to crochet.
