SWElites
About SWElites
SWElites, pronounced like 'swe-elites,' is a Freshman Leadership Program within the Society of Women Engineers at Texas A&M University. We focus on developing leaders, giving back to our community, and encouraging STEM education through excellence, sisterhood, and integrity.
This exciting program is in its thirteenth year, and we are looking for driven and enthusiastic applicants who are ready to step into real leadership roles to kick start their collegiate career at Texas A&M. If you are looking for an outlet where you can make an impact on the community around you as well as improve both leadership and professional skills, this is definitely the place for you.
SWElites Application
Applications open at the beginning of every Fall semester. This is a year-long program available to any freshman!
Contact swelites@swetamu .org for questions/concerns.
SWElites Committees
Professional Development
The Professional Development committee encourages the growth of essential networking and self-marketing skills that are vital in industry through resume and LinkedIn workshops, a mock career fair, and interview practice.
Finance
The Finance committee coordinates fundraising events, encourages fiscal responsibility and fosters the development of essential money management skills that enable members to be financially literate.
Service
The Service committee encourages active community involvement and compassionate leadership through several service and volunteer events such as Big Event, Aggie Replant, and mental health awareness activities.
Engagement
The Engagement committee focuses on connecting SWElites to Big SWE and outside organizations, public relations, and helping SWElites get acquainted with TAMU and its traditions.
Education
The Education committee fosters academic growth by coaching and informing members of opportunities for internships, research, scholarships, and the ETAM process.
Officers
Cassidy Brannon
Howdy! My name is Cassidy Brannon, and I am a junior Architectural Engineering major from Fort Worth, Texas. My SWE involvement started my freshman year in the SWElites Service Committee. Then, as a sophomore I had the pleasure to serve as the SWElites Engagement Counselor. Other than SWElites I have been involved in the HSC Design Committee for the past two years, as well as the LEAP program and SWE Book Club! I love reading, movies, Aggie sports, hammocking, and true crime documentaries or podcasts. I am so excited to be SWElites Co-Chair and can’t wait to see what this year brings!
Ikanke Itina
Howdy! I’m Ikanke Itina. I am a junior chemical engineer from Webster, Texas. I began as a Service SWElite, had the honor of serving as a Service Counselor among SWElites, and now I am excited to be your SWElites Co-chair! A few fun things about me: I enjoy reading, taking nature walks, listening to soulful music, and spending time with my loved ones. I cannot wait to be a part of your Aggie Experience!
2026-2027 Counselors
Allison Lin
Engagement
Howdy! My name is Allison Lin and I am a sophomore Materials Science and Engineering Major from Houston, Texas. I was part of the Engagement Committee last year and am so happy to be back as an Engagement counselor. I love to craft, play with my cats, try new sweets and shopping.
Swaraa Iyer
Engagement
Howdy! My name is Swaraa Iyer, and I’m a sophomore civil engineering major from Austin, Texas. I was in the SWElites Engagement Committee last year, and I can’t wait to return as an Engagement Co-Counselor! I love reading, going to concerts, swimming, and getting a sweet treat!
Sofia Lopez
Finance
Howdy! My name is Sofia Lopez, I'm from Cypress, Texas and I am a sophomore Computer Science major. Some of my favorite things to do are play video games, make art, and call my friends! I had a blast being apart of the Finance Committee in SWElites last year, and I am very excited to see what this next year brings as a Finance Co-Counselor!
Demi Adedeji
Finance
Howdy! I’m Demi Adedeji, a Computer Science major from the best city Houston, Texas. I had a lovely time as a Finance SWElite last year, and I’m so excited to have an even greater one as the counselor. I love music, crocheting, reading and I just have a curiosity to explore and discover new things. I’m very excited for this year!
Nitya Mattey
Education
Howdy! My name is Nitya Mattey and I’m a sophomore Aerospace Engineering major from Dallas, TX. I was a member of the SWElites Education Committee last year and I’m so excited to return back to the same committee this year! I love to read, bake, and watch Formula One and action movies. I can’t wait to meet y’all!
Alyssa Chadee
Education
Howdy! My name is Alyssa Chadee, and I’m a sophomore electrical engineering major from Cypress, Texas. I was a member of the SWElites Education Committee last year, and I can’t wait to return as an Education Co-Counselor this year! I love trying new foods, listening to music, reading, and studying in coffee shops!
Isabel St. Sauver
Service
Howdy! My name is Isabel St. Sauver and I am a sophomore Civil Engineering major from San Antonio, Texas. I had such an amazing time being in the SWElites Service Committee last year and I can’t wait to return as a Service Counselor this year! I love watching movies, baking, and staying active in yoga, Pilates, etc. I am looking forward to another great year in SWElites!!
Rishita Singh
Service
Howdy! My name is Rishita Singh and I am a sophomore CS major from New Delhi, India. Last year, I had the pleasure of being in the SWElites Service Committee and the STEMFest Design Committee. I’m so excited to be a Service Co-Counselor this year! I love traveling, binge-watching TV shows and reading.
Manvi Vatani
PD
Howdy! My name is Manvi Vatani and I am a sophomore Chemical engineering major from Sugar Land, Texas. I was a part of the Professional Development committee in SWElites last year and am returning as a Professional Development Co-Counselor this year! In my free time, I enjoy playing with my dog, trying out new recipes, and watching shows and movies!
Danica Tran
PD
Howdy! My name is Danica Tran, and I am a sophomore Electrical Engineering major. I was a member of the SWElites Education committee last year and am excited to return as a Professional Development Co-Counselor this year! I love my dogs, arts and crafts, bad karaoke, and spending time with my roommates! I can’t wait to have a great year with y’all!!