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< Back to all programs Bio Policy Lunch with Drew Endy Free Tuesday | Oct. 14 | 12-1 pm | BBB B180 Lunch Provided, RSVP Required To Participate: https://go.caltechy.org/event/793 About Join us for a lunch discussion with Drew Endy, a science fellow and senior fellow (courtesy) at the Hoover Institution. Professor Endy leads Hoover’s Bio-Strategy and Leadership effort, which focuses on keeping increasingly biotic futures secure, flourishing, and democratic. Professor Endy also researches and teaches bioengineering at Stanford University, where he is the Martin Family University Fellow in Undergraduate Education, senior fellow (courtesy) of the Freeman Spogli Institute for International Studies, and faculty codirector of degree programs for the Hasso Plattner Institute of Design. Professor Endy helped launch new undergraduate majors in bioengineering at both MIT and Stanford and the International Genetically Engineered Machine (iGEM) competition, which involves thousands of students annually. He has served on the US National Science Advisory Board for Biosecurity; the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine Committee on Science, Technology, and Law; the International Union for Conservation of Nature’s Synthetic Biology Task Force; and, briefly, the Pentagon’s Defense Innovation Board. Endy currently serves on the World Health Organization’s Advisory Committee on Variola Virus Research; the Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development’s (OECD) Global Forum on Technology’s synthetic biology task force; and the Defense Science Board’s Emerging Biotechnology and National Security Task Force. He earned his PhD from Dartmouth in biotechnology and biochemical engineering and has been recognized in Esquire magazine as one of the seventy-five most influential people of the twenty-first century. Caltech Y Student Activism Speaker Series (SASS) Lunches are open to any member of the Caltech affiliated community; however, if space becomes an issue, priority will be given to students. Lunch is provided, RSVP is required. This program is being produced in connection with the Linde Center for Science, Society, and Policy (LCSSP) BioPolicy Initiative Launch Keynote featuring Professor Endy later in the afternoon in the Dabney Hall Lounge. Views expressed are solely those of the speaker(s). Previous Program Next Program

< Back to all programs Union Station Birthday Club Dinner Next date to be announced soon | 825 E. Orange Grove Blvd. Pasadena 91104 To Participate: https://go.caltechy.org/events About Monthly, 5-9 PM Union Station Family Center, 825 E Orange Grove Blvd, Pasadena Join us as we cook dinner and celebrate the birthdays of the residents at the Union Station Family Center. Volunteers will help prepare dinner, serve birthday treats, and lead an interactive activity during dinner time. The Family Center provides a nurturing, home-like environment for approximately 200 homeless children and parents each year. Previous Program Next Program

Board *Indicates student board member Nick von Gersdorff Board Chair Read More Cindy Bengtson Budzyn Advancement Co-Chair Read More Katie Clark Secretary Read More Ann Motrunich Marketing & Communications Co-Chair Read More Michele Judd Read More Leslie Maxfield Read More Arabella Camunez* Read More Shrishti Pankaj Kulkarni* Read More Lila Rodriguez-Acevez* Read More Kevin Maxwell Vice Chair Read More Portia Harris Advancement Co-Chair Read More Debbie Dison Hall Governance Chair Read More Mabell Garcia Paine Read More Jennifer Kowal Read More Doug Rees Read More Robert Joseph* Read More Rachel Tham* Read More Shrujana Kunnam* Student ExComm President Read More Michael Noll Treasurer Read More Mitch Aiken Marketing & Communications Co-Chair Read More Kevin Gilmartin Read More Vansh Kumar Read More Nate Thomas Read More Robert (Otis) Otieno* Read More Subham (Sub) Sahoo* Read More Legacy Leaders Council Melany Hunt Peter Hung Katie Homann Elisa Chiang Fred Clayton Phil Naecker The Legacy Leaders Council is an advisory committee comprised of former Caltech Y leaders who actively support and advance the Y's mission.

Staff Athena Castro Executive Director Read More Maya Rosental Saporito Senior Project Manager Read More Greg Fletcher Program Director Read More Maria Johnson Kriechbaum Data Management Coordinator Read More Liz Jackman Associate Director of Student Programs Read More Rashmi Dhungel Office Manager Read More

< Back to all programs Caltech Y Used Gear Sale Wednesday | August 20th | 11:00 AM - 1:30 PM To Participate: Just show up! About The Caltech Y is hosting our popular Used Gear Sale on Wednesday, August 20th from 11:00 am to 1:30 pm. Stop by the Caltech Y (505 S. Wilson Ave.) to check out a variety of used equipment including: Tents Backpacks Office supplies And much more Don't miss out on a chance to walk out with a deal! Previous Program Next Program

< Back to all programs Leo Carillo State Park Day Hike Free* August 2nd To Participate: https://forms.gle/zzvkWw7c9Jw6nGPr5 About Join the Caltech Y Outdoors for a day hike exploring the Leo Carrillo State Park and Beach! This will be a mellow hike. We will start with a short trail up the ridge to get views of the coastline, followed by a hike along the beach. We will depart from Caltech at 8am and return by 4pm. Please bring sunscreen, a hat, sunglasses, and at least 2L of water. Please also pack a light lunch and snacks. You must provide your own transportation to and from the trail, and carpooling is encouraged. We will send out group contacts to help participants self-organize carpools. Please be prepared to chip in around $15 for gas costs. Previous Program Next Program

< Back to all programs Camp Rise $0 July 7th - July 25th | Caltech Campus | Flexible commitment To Participate: https://airtable.com/appSI834cgUs9UoSe/pagsJD4l2JS7jJShq/form About Camp Rise is a hands-on summer program designed for energetic 3rd–6th grade students. Developed through the Rise Program, it aims to strengthen early math skills and spark curiosity in math and science. In partnership with STEAM:Coders and STEMulate Learning, students rotate through engaging stations in math, art, and coding, and enjoy interactive science demos and lab tours. Volunteer opportunities: 9:00–10:30 AM – Support students at math-focused stations featuring games, activities, and worksheets. (Minimum commitment: 4 sessions) 1:00–2:00 PM – Lead or assist with science demonstrations, hands-on activities, lab tours, or outdoor play. (Minimum commitment: one day/one hour) This is a fun and rewarding opportunity to give back, inspire young learners, and share your passion for STEM. Questions: Contact rise@caltech.edu Previous Program Next Program

< Back to all programs Adaptive Surfing Volunteer Opportunity Free * Saturday | June 21st | 7:00 am - 2:00 pm | Santa Monica Beach To Participate: https://forms.gle/UcfvsXAa6RMPE5kW6 About Previous Program Next Program

< Back to all programs Fresh Fruit Friday Free Fri | June 6 | 3-5 pm | Caltech Y Lawn To Participate: just come! About Take a break before finals and join us for some healthy snacks and refreshments. Friday, June 6 between 3 and 5 pm, the Caltech Y front yard will be set up with a wide variety of Fresh Fruit... and veggies, and other healthy food options that you can enjoy on the spot or take for the week ahead. Grab and go or hang out for a while and relax with music and refreshments. Fill your bag with berries, melon, carrots, cucumbers, nuts, and more as supplies last. Previous Program Next Program

< Back to all programs SASS Lunch - Science Communication by Design: Art, Comics, and the Intersection of Science and Storytelling Free Tuesday _ June 3rd | 12-1 PM | Chen 130 To Participate: https://forms.gle/tkjpuyHSVYwUxR9k7 About Join us at lunch on June 3rd for a lively and thought-provoking discussion on Science + Comics and Art + Science, featuring Dr. Saurja DasGupta (University of Notre Dame), Argha Manna (Indian Institute of Technology, Gandhinagar), and Dan Goods (NASA JPL). Explore how storytelling, art, and science intersect to engage new audiences and spark curiosity in unexpected ways. Previous Program Next Program

< Back to all programs Pasadena Showcase 2025 $0 ($40 value) Volunteer for a 2-hour shift to help raise funds for the Caltech Y—plus receive a free ticket to tour the home and gardens! To Participate: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdRlT8Cqj_4xo7TOpQy31VwdBSRUjvEWG6Gh5LzloADpm-bAQ/viewform About Join Pasadena Showcase 2025 as they present a majestic 1928 Monterey Colonial estate, surrounded by several acres of magnificent gardens designed by one of the earliest female landscape architects. Volunteers are needed to help make this spectacular event a reality. For every shift completed, the Pasadena Showcase donates funds to the Caltech Y. As a thank you, volunteers who complete a 2-hour shift will receive a complimentary ticket to tour the showcase house immediately following their shift (a $40 value). Interested in volunteering? Sign up here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdRlT8Cqj_4xo7TOpQy31VwdBSRUjvEWG6Gh5LzloADpm-bAQ/viewform Whether you volunteer or purchase a ticket, attending the Pasadena Showcase is an extraordinary experience. Explore beautifully designed rooms by leading interior designers and enjoy the on-site restaurant, bar, and marketplace. Pasadena Showcase is an all-volunteer, nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting music and the arts through one of the nation’s largest and most successful home and garden tours. Important Notes for Volunteers: By signing up, you are committing to that time. Changes must be made at least 10 days in advance. After that, you are responsible for finding a replacement. There is a strict dress code : Professional or Business attire is expected, including slacks, suits, dresses, skirts, blouses, nice pants suit and colored shirts. Jeans are not allowed. Questions? Contact: caltechy@caltech.edu Previous Program Next Program

< Back to all programs Explore LA Tickets: LA Philharmonic - Gershwin & Strauss Ticets: $24 Saturday | May 24th | 8:00 PM To Participate: https://forms.gle/JM2PZQytrALQ6KF58 About On Saturday, May 24th at 8:00 pm, join the Caltech Y for Gershwin & Strauss presented by the LA Philharmonic Orchestra at the magnificent Walt Disney Concert Hall! Jean-Yves Thibaudet performs Gershwin’s Concerto in F, a showpiece he says exudes the “utter joy” that leaves every member of the audience and orchestra with a “smile on their face.” Richard Strauss’ Also sprach Zarathustra was made famous by Kubrick’s 2001: A Space Odyssey , but beyond the brass and bombast lies a symphonic poem that channels nature, science, and questions of the unseen world. Teddy Abrams leads the LA Phil in this orchestral showpiece and Caroline Shaw’s The Observatory, inspired by the experience of looking down at Los Angeles and up at the night sky from Griffith Observatory. Tickets are limited and first-come first-serve with sign-up opening on Thursday, May 15 at 4:00 pm. Those who receive tickets will be notified, and sent an invoice in order to make payment electronically. Transportation is not be provided; however, group contact information will be provided for those who would like to carpool or ride share. Previous Program Next Program