Students

Tyler Castrucci

My name is Tyler Castrucci. I joined the San Marin Robotics Club in my junior year because I was interested in learning more about mechanical engineering, the major I intend to take when I leave for college. While this is only my second year in the club, I am currently the club's president. I mainly work on constructing the robot itself and making sure that others stay on topic. The thing I love most about this club is its supportive instructors, the character building opportunities with the community service we do, and the lifelong friends I have found in this club. Even though it has been just two years, I can easily say that this was the choice I have made during my time in high school.

Matt Chiang

WARNING: don't stalk me otherwise I will have to kameha you with my pet rock and I really don't want to stain the carpet. I enjoy long walks on the beach, moonlit treks and ponderous life questions. I am an Azian ninja pirate. At school I am involved in the Speech and Debate team, Chess team, Ultimate frisbee team, Tennis team, and Robotics team. I like computers, music, and the such, and am an avid aircraft enthusiast. One day, I hope to work in either Media or the airline industry. I am fluent in both Mandarin and English, as well as Whale. There is so much to me that it can't all fit here so if you want to learn more please buy my video biography "I'm on a Zebra With Two Tickets to that Thing You Love: (TEE HEE ^^)" (also available as a book) where you can find out all about my journey as the most interesting man on earth. Available in double rainbows everywhere. P.S. please don't disturb the evil fish playing poker in the closet.

Geremy Gruhl

Hi my name is Geremy. I have been in the club for four years, and love to create. My jobs include maintaining the website, and designing parts of the robot. I love science in general, but plan to pursue a degree in biochemistry next year. Robotics has taught me much about leadership and project management, skills I hope to apply to the rest of my life. Being involved in a FIRST team throughout high school was a great investment in my future.

Lance McQuinn

Hello I am Lance; I am relatively new to robotics club but am a helping part of the club. I enjoy working with metal and doing machine work for robotics. On my free time, I enjoy working on my Camaro and inventing.

Botao Peng

My name is Botao Peng. I was originally born in China. After moving to Australia, I moved to the United States. Ever since I moved to America, I have lived in Novato, California. I joined Penguin Empire Robotics as a sophomore in high school. I was motivated to join due to my interest in technology. I hope to pursue a career in technological science after I graduate college.

Preetham Sridhar

My name is Preetham Sridhar and I have been part of the San Marin Robotics Club since my freshman year. I joined Penguin Empire because I am interested in science, technology, and engineering. I have had a blast in my three years in robotics and have learned a lot too! In my free time when I'm not building robots, I play tennis and chess sometimes.