Meet The Team

We're a bunch of curious, passionate people building a welcoming space for everyone - come see what we get up to!

Executives

The leadership team driving DUCA forward

Sham Polavarapu

Sham Polavarapu

President

Built a 'dog' with arduino when she was 15 because her parents said no to pet.

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Aditya Kapoor

Aditya Kapoor

Vice President

Can chug a full liter of vodka with a straight face.

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Ashley Mathew

Ashley Mathew

Secretary

Chess enthusiast who loves CATS and all things tech.

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Kat Ho

Kat Ho

Treasurer

Her biggest leap of faith was skydiving out fo a plane.

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Hirusha Adikari

Hirusha Adikari

Asst. Secretary

A sleep deprived nerd. Jack of all trades, master of none.

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George Ferres

George Ferres

Developer

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Pasindu Peramuna

Pasindu Peramuna

Developer

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Paige Haines

Paige Haines

Relations

Hacked in-game currency into moshi monsters using cheat engine in 2009.

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Maple Fox

Maple Fox

Advisor

Full-time caffeinated nerd/dweeb/dork/dingus that likes lifting heavy things.

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Development Division

We make cool software for the club! Whether you're new to coding or already building things, we'll work together, learn together, and create useful tools for everyone.

George Ferres

George Ferres

Team Lead

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Hirusha Adikari

Hirusha Adikari

Team Lead

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Pasindu Peramuna

Pasindu Peramuna

Team Lead

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Lia McCracken

Lia McCracken

Team Member

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Ryan Lee

Ryan Lee

Team Member

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Lily Ha

Lily Ha

Team Member

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Bang Mach

Bang Mach

Team Member

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Alex Wu

Alex Wu

Team Member

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Raaid Rushdy

Raaid Rushdy

Team Member

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Shounak Bhalerao

Shounak Bhalerao

Team Member

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Penetration Testing Division

We explore ethical hacking in a safe, friendly space! Together, we learn how attackers think - and how to stop them - through fun, guided activities.

Kat Ho

Kat Ho

Team Lead

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Sagar Nayar

Sagar Nayar

Team Member

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Dipen Thaker

Dipen Thaker

Team Member

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Networking Division

We dig into how the internet actually works! Through fun, hands-on activities, we learn how devices connect, talk, and stay secure - together!

Paige Haines

Paige Haines

Team Lead

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Nokutendaishe Masuku

Nokutendaishe Masuku

Team Member

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Pratigya Pal

Pratigya Pal

Team Member

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Navya Midha

Navya Midha

Team Member

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Cyber Essentials Division

We introduce everyone to the basics of cybersecurity in a super friendly, beginner-friendly way - perfect for easing into the tech world without feeling overwhelmed!

Aarnav Singh

Aarnav Singh

Team Lead

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Anika G.

Anika G.

Team Member

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Corina Pascoe

Corina Pascoe

Team Member

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Meetkumar Patel

Meetkumar Patel

Team Member

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Shweta

Shweta

Team Member

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Capture The Flag Division

We're all about solving fun cybersecurity puzzles together! We learn heaps, celebrate progress, and help each other crack challenges in a relaxed, supportive environment.

Long Do

Long Do

Team Lead

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Azelma Aghakishiyeva

Azelma Aghakishiyeva

Team Member

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Marco

Marco

Team Member

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Jasmin Smallu

Jasmin Smallu

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Remote Events Division

We make sure everyone can join in the fun from anywhere! We host online workshops, games, streams, and events so no one ever feels left out.

George Ferres

George Ferres

Team Lead

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Bang Mach

Bang Mach

Team Member

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Advertising Division

We're the team that makes everything look fun and exciting! We spread the word about our events, projects, and wins so everyone feels welcome and included.

Ashley Mathew

Ashley Mathew

Team Lead

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Rebecca Joseph

Rebecca Joseph

Team Member

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Mauro Sunda

Mauro Sunda

Team Member

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Want to join the team?

We're always looking for passionate people to help grow DUCA. Whether you want to lead, build, hack, or create - there's a place for you.