Resident assistants (RAs) work alongside the Heads of House to build community among the first-year residents and to aid in ensuring the smooth functioning of the building as a living environment and student space. For more information about RAs and how to join, see Join the RA Team.
Email the RAs at wh-ras@mit.edu.
President: Lorenzo Pinton
Lorenzo is a PhD student in Linguistics and his main academic interest is formal semantics, the intersection between the study of meaning in natural language and formal logic. Before coming to the US, he got a M.Sc. in Logic at the University of Amsterdam, and even before that he studied Philosophy in Venice, Italy, close to his hometown. Things he loves include music, hiking, and (wasting too much time in) chess!
Secretary: Kimia Noorbakhsh
Kimia is currently a Ph.D. student in the Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science (EECS) at MIT, where she is also a member of the Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence Laboratory (CSAIL). Originally from Tehran, Iran, Kimia earned her Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering from Sharif University of Technology. As a teenager, she won the national swimming championship three times. Beyond her academic pursuits, she enjoys skiing, hiking, and exploring the vibrant city of Boston in her leisure time.
Welcoming and Wellness Co-Chair: Hae Won Lee
Hae Won is a PhD student in the EECS department studying 2D materials and device applications. She is from Seoul, South Korea where she did her undergrad and M.S. Before coming to MIT, Hae Won worked in Samsung Electronics and is happy to be back in the campus. She loves classical music, especially piano pieces so she might be seen frequently in the BSO Symphony Hall or NEC Jordan Hall. She also enjoys cooking, swimming, climbing and travelling.
Welcoming and Wellness Co-Chair: Gabrielle Godbille-Cardona
Gabrielle is a PhD student in Chemical Engineering working on the development of bio-based biodegradable and recyclable plastics. She is from Kingston, Canada, where she completed her undergraduate degree in chemical engineering at Queen’s University. Prior to coming to MIT she also completed a Master’s in Chemical Engineering at McGill University in Montréal. Outside of her studies, she enjoys hiking, playing recreational volleyball, baking, and crochet.
Treasurer: Ashley Vicary
Ashley is a PhD student at MIT's Department of Urban Studies and Planning, having earned a Master of Applied Science in Data, Economics, and Development Policy from the same institution, and a Bachelor of Economics and Finance from the University of Wollongong, Australia. With over four years at the Reserve Bank of Australia and consulting experience at the World Bank, Ashley brings a rich professional background to his academic pursuits. An Australian adapting to Boston's chilly winters, Ashley is a sports enthusiast who enjoys tennis, skiing, and other racquet sports. Off the court, he keeps up with The Economist and indulges in K-Pop and K-Dramas.
Building RA: Anna Simpson
Anna is a PhD student in the Physics Department. She is from Michigan and graduated from the University of Michigan in 2023 with a double major in Physics and Astronomy & Astrophysics. In her free time she enjoys planespotting, figure skating, and cheering on Michigan Wolverines Football!
Building RA: Filip Stromstad
Filip is a Master's Degree student in the Department of Mechanical Engineering studying marine robotics, -control and -autonomy. He is from Norway, which is also where he did his undergrad. He enjoys skiing, hiking, cooking and playing volleyball.
Lori and Steven Lerman Arts Co-Chair*: Gabriel Afriat
Gabriel is a PhD student in the Operations Research Center. Before embarking on this long adventure, he did an MBAn at MIT. Gabriel is from France and loves bread and croissants. Outside of class, Gabriel likes to bake his own bread, work out, and he can also do (sometimes) impressive magic tricks.
Lori and Steven Lerman Arts Co-Chair*: Alexander Kuptel
Alexander is a PhD student in the System Dynamics group at the Sloan School of Management, where he studies electrification and growth of green energy, especially in developing countries. From La Grange Park, IL, he received a BA in Economics and Philosophy from Notre Dame before coming to MIT. In his free time, he enjoys trivia, music, reading, and Google Maps.
*This RA position was created to honor the contributions and legacy of founding Warehouse Housemasters Lori and Steven Lerman who lived at the Warehouse from 2000 to 2010. One of Lori's many contributions to the Warehouse community was a music program to which she dedicated her talents and resources. Lori and Steve now live in Monterey, California, where Steve is Provost and Academic Dean at the Naval Postgraduate School.
Webmaster and Technology Officer: Sanghee Lee
Sanghee is a PhD candidate in Computational Science and Engineering (MechE). She is interested in finite element methods, scientific computing, and machine learning. Before coming to the US, she studied Mathematics for her undergrad and Computational Science and Engineering for her master's in South Korea. In her free time, Sanghee enjoys engaging in various activities such as tennis, running, skiing, and rock climbing. While in Boston, she is eager to explore new sports and experiences, including air pistol shooting, sailing, archery, and more.
Kindness and Outreach RA: Ocean Jangda
Ocean is a Master’s student in the Center for Real Estate. He grew up in Alaska but loves to
travel and has lived in nearly a dozen cities around the world. He is an advocate for wilderness
conservation and enjoys skiing, cycling, rock climbing, and scuba diving. He previously
attended the Rochester Institute of Technology and the Institute for Advanced Architecture of
Catalonia.
Community Chair: Flora Shi
Flora is a PhD student in the EECS department. She is interested in statistical learning and game theory. She grew up in China and did her undergrad at Duke University before coming to MIT. Outside of her research, she enjoys reading novels, watching musicals, and gaming with friends.
Sports RA : Brad Roberts
Brad is a PhD student in the Department of Mechanical Engineering. Hailing from Edmonton in Alberta, Canada, he received BSc and MSc degrees from the University of Alberta before coming to the United States and MIT. In his free time, he enjoys working out, playing sports, taking long walks, and wondering about the origin of the Universe.
Cultural Dinner RA: Will Harris
Will is a PhD candidate in the MIT-WHOI Joint Program studying computational ocean acoustics. His home department at MIT is Mechanical Engineering. He is from Wichita, KS but grew up all over the US while his dad was in the Navy. Prior to MIT, he did his undergrad at Webb Institute and then worked for three years for the US Navy as a civilian research scientist. Outside of class, he enjoys Brazilian jiu jitsu, attending the ballet, playing video games, and trying out new restaurants around the area.