Siyona Sarma

Biography

Having grown up in the heart of the South Bay, in Cupertino, I knew I would pursue math and computer science in middle school after my teachers helped me find my love for the subjects. I gave back to my community in high school, becoming a CS Mentor at nearby programs, teaching programming skills and app development. Now, I have just completed my bachelor’s degree in Computer Science & Data Science at UC Berkeley in 3 years. These years at university have been formative for developing my curiosity and love for tutoring and coaching others. I hope to return to school soon to pursue a doctoral degree in CS.

I believe that building a student’s confidence in a subject can transform the way that they engage with learning. My favorite part of teaching is seeing how students develop their creativity and curiosity once they understand their potential.

Outside of work, I volunteer with Guide Dogs for the Blind and spend time with my lovely black Lab, Renna. I enjoy reading contemporary novels, cooking new dishes, and going to the movies (I loved The Odyssey)!