About Us.

The UCF Institute of Industrial and Systems Engineers Student Chapter is the official organization for both undergraduate and graduate students within the Department of Industrial Engineering and Management Systems. The chapter represents all students that share common interests of majoring in Industrial Engineering and promoting the Industrial Engineering profession. Our mission is to promote continuous education through conferences, seminars, and networking activities. We strive to help each other succeed, and foster an exciting and safe environment to learn and grow.  To learn more about Industrial Engineering at UCF, check out the IEMS Department website here!

Rich and Expansive History

The Institute of Industrial & Systems Engineers was originally founded in 1948 as the American Institute of Industrial Engineers. In 1981, the name was changed to The Institute of Industrial Engineers to reflect its global impact, and changed again in April of 2016 to its current standing. Throughout its history, the institute has remained the official society for furthering the industrial engineering profession. It is our goal to spread their message to as many students as possible.

An Invaluable Network

The Institute of Industrial & Systems Engineers is a globally recognized professional society, with roots in industries all over the world. As time goes on, we are beginning to see more and more industrial engineers occupy CEO and/or CFO positions in large corporations and many of them are professional members of IISE. As a member of our chapter, you are starting on the path to something that you will likely be a part of for the rest of your life. Don't wait - get involved now!

What is Industrial Engineering?

Meet Our Team

Elected Board​.

EVA GLUCK,  President
Senior​  |  EvaGluck@Knights.ucf.edu

About Me:
​I am from Delray Beach, FL. My hobbies include doing puzzles, singing, acting, dancing, playing piano, and playing tennis. Within industrial engineering I've interned with Lockheed Martin, Pratt and Whitney, and currrently I'm virtually at Frito Lay.
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​MATTHEW CRUDO,  Vice-President
Sophomore  |  Crudo.ie@Knights.ucf.edu

About Me:
​I am from Orlando, FL. My hobbies include cooking, exploring the outdoors, weightlifting, and professional development. Fun Fact, I like to impulsively buy things when classes stress me out.
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THAIS JIMENEZ, Treasurer
Senior  |  TMar_Jimenez@Knights.ucf.edu

About Me:
​I’m originally from the Dominican Republic and moved to Miami, Fl in 2014. Since my Freshman year I have been heavily involved on campus organizations, such as IISE, SWE and SGA, where I discovered a passion for helping my fellow engineers to reach their potential and educate them about the opportunities that are out there. ​

GUILLERMO DAVID NAVARRO,  Secretary
Junior  |  GDavidNavarro@Gmail.com

About Me:
​I grew up in a small town in south Florida called Weston. I've been going  UCF for 2 years and have been loving it. If I'm not at home studying then I'm at the beach having having fun and relaxing. A friend of mine who was already involved in the club got me to come to a meeting and I loved the people. I'm looking forward to growing the club and getting to meet all the new people who join the club.​

Board of Directors​.

DAPHENELY MARTINEZ,  Campus Outreach
Senior  |  Daphnely@Knights.ucf.edu

About Me:
I was born in Puerto Rico. I am a transfer a student. My hobbies and interests include reading, photography, sewing. ​I got involved in IISE by searching for an association related to my major, and a friend suggesting to try out for a board position. Looking forward for the opportunity to actually get together for socials and new opportunities the year may bring.
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PAUL STUCKEY,  Campus Outreach
Junior  |  ​PaulStuckey@Knights.ucf.edu

About Me:
​I am from Miami. My hobbies include both playing and watching baseball and soccer.


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CAROLINA BOTTINI,  Development
​​Junior  |  CarolB.08@Knights.ucf.edu

About Me:
I'm a Brazilian in pursuit of my second degree, Marketing being my first one. I love to visit theme parks, and go to concerts and movie theaters. 
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VIVIAN COSTA,  Development
Sophomore  |  ​VivianeCosta@Knights.ucf.edu

​About Me:
I am passionate about photography who also happens to love engineering. Moved from Brazil ( Minas Gerais) almost ten years ago. On the free time, enjoys coffee with friends and watch Grey’s Anatomy and sometimes watercolor painter.

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BREANNE DODIER,  Mentorship
Senior  |  ​Dodier.Breanne@Knights.ucf.edu

About Me:
I am a senior planning to graduate in the spring. I am originally from Merritt Island but moved here to Orlando for college. I enjoy going to the beach, playing soccer, and visiting the theme parks here in Orlando. 
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OMAR ABUELLEL,  Mentorship
Senior  |  OmarAbuellel@Knights.ucf.edu

JULIETH ESPARRAGOZA,  Conference
Junior  |  JCEsparragoza@Knights.ucf.edu

About Me:
I love meeting new people, specially if we have something in common, our passion for Industrial Engineering. I am very thankful for being part of this amazing association and being able to get to know people from different backgrounds.
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ARAN CHUICA,  Public Relations
​Senior  |  ​​AranChuica@Knights.ucf.edu

About Me:
I was born in Peru and moved to Palm Beach when i was eight. Currently minoring in Computer Science. I am an incoming Darden Supply Chain intern and a TA for the Intro to Engineering classes. I love soccer, politics, memes, theme parks, spending time with animals, and wearing my mask in public settings. I hope to one day own a house in Gatlinburg, TN.
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ALEXANDRA HERNANDEZ,  Socials
​Junior  |  AMPonce9@Knights.ucf.edu

About Me:
I was born in Ponce, Puerto Rico, but have spent my childhood between my home island, Texas, and Florida. Relating to hobbies I consider myself a nature trail enthusiasts who occasionally enjoys to cook. I am majoring in industrial engineering at UCF because it combines technical skills with business acumen. It is a major focused on process improvement which I think is something I can really hone to match my interests. I hope to use this major as a stepping stone into the business of big data, and eventually receive a master's in data science. Industries that interest me are healthcare and renewables. I hope to one day bring change back to my home island and help improve it in some way.