Haziel Garcia

Originally from New York, I grew up with a natural curiosity for the world around me. From building LEGO® Bionicle sets as a kid to joining an engineering program in high school, I’ve always been fascinated with learning how things work.

Over the last 5 years I’ve had the opportunity to teach school age children. During that time I saw how confident students became when they had their “ah-ha” moment. I believe that creating these experiences for my students ignites their passion for understanding how the world works.

I’m also entering my third year as a Data Science major at Portland State. During my time there, I’ve seen how crucial science and technology are across industries. I hope to impart some of that experience with my students so that they can have the confidence and excitement to pursue their passions in S.T.E.M.