Executive Board Biographies

Michael Carlstrom - President

I’m a senior studying computer science with a specialization in artificial intelligence. While I am not in the robotics bay, I am found playing card and board games.


Noah Mollerstuen - Vice President

Hi, I'm a junior studying computer science and control engineering. In addition to my work as VP, I serve as team lead of the MATE ROV team. When I'm not building robots, I enjoy playing board games and cross-country skiing.


Rucha Batchu - Secretary

Hi! I'm a 4th year BS/MS student majoring in Mechanical Engineering with a specialization in Robotics. I've been on the team for "4" years and am also the mechanical lead for MATE ROV this year. Outside of robotics, I draw a webcomic, play Bloons tower defense and plot world domination.#NPSNorthwind100-21Edition-Fanclub.


Tyler Zupfer - Treasurer

Hi! I'm a sophomore majoring in Polymer Science and Engineering with a minor in AI. This is my second year with CWRUbotix on the MATE ROV Software team, and my first year on exec. In addition to CWRUbotix, I am in Symphonic Winds where I play the clarinet, I sing with the Case Glee Club, and I'm the librarian for the Role-Playing Games Club.


Toby Cowles - Lab and Safety Manager

Hi. I'm Toby. A third year electrical and computer engineering major. In addition to lab and safety manager I am electrical lead for MATE-ROV. When not working on robotics I enjoy bike rides and baking.


Liv Gatchall - PR and Outreach Manager

Hello! :) I'm a fourth-year BS/MS Mechanical Engineering student specializing in robotics and manufacturing. This year will be my third year on the MATE ROV mechanical team and second as PR & Outreach Manager. Outside of robotics, I play guitar, Wizard101, and pet a lot of dogs.