Aaron Huynh

Pronouns: He/Him

Academic Year: First Year

Major/Minor: Computer Science and Data Science

Hometown: Virginia (DC ish). I’m Josh’s neighbor.

Cultural Identity: Vietnamese American

Hi! I’m Aaron and I loveee food oml. I will literally try anything at least once (only applies to food). Good food will make me go from 😔 to 😁😩 on any given day. Top 3 foods: fried chicken, sushi, and bun bo hue! Viet food overall 🔛🔝 not biased. I also go to gym everyday but I hate all the alpha male sigma shit so dw. Feel free to ask me to go anytime or say hi if you see me at pete! And obviously, you can’t workout without music so here’s my top 8 in no particular order: brockhampton, frank ocean, kendrick lamar, omar apollo, aminé, IU, joji, and niki. Anyway, I would love to hangout anytime and maybe try out some new food spots.

What are you looking for in a Big?

I’m looking for a big who is open to trying new things with me (food)! Music taste does not have to be the same but as long as I get weekly recs. As long as my big is pretty cool
and not too weird, I wouldn’t mind. I think I’m pretty fun so hopefully that too 😻

Social Media: IG: ayayron579

Amy Wang

Pronouns: She/Her/Hers

Academic Year: First Year

Major/Minor: Biology

Hometown: Blairsville, PA

Cultural Identity: Chinese American

Hello! Some of my hobbies include baking, sewing, reading, and walking around campus. I also like to listen to music such as K-pop, pop, and almost any other genre. I love to read so if anyone has any good recommendations please let me know! My go-to genres include fantasy romance, historical fiction, or any modern mystery books. I don't watch a lot of tv shows or movies but my favorites are kdramas. I am definitely the outgoing type, but most days I prefer to stay in. I also like to play board/card games and am always excited to learn new ones.

What are you looking for in a Big?

similar hobbies/no preference

Social Media: Insta - amywxngg

Anh Ho

Pronouns: she/her

Academic Year: First Year

Major/Minor: Biology on premed track

Hometown: Malvern, PA

Cultural Identity: Vietnamese

hi!! i’m anh. i’m a freshman on the bio premed track. i LOOOVE food and trying out new places whenever i can. i enjoy staying in and binging netflix but i also don’t mind a good night out. i also like crocheting, shopping and listening to music. some of my favorite artists are enhypen, the weeknd, and lana del rey but i also listen to a huge variety of artists. Feel free to reach out to me for food dates and please send me food recommendations:))

What are you looking for in a Big?

just someone who’s open minded and down for going on food dates with me!

Social Media: snap: ho_annh; insta: ho__anh

Biance Xu

Pronouns: She/Her

Academic Year: First Year

Major/Minor: Bioengineering

Hometown: mt lebanon

Cultural Identity: Chinese

i like playing dead by daylight, tetris, eating new food

What are you looking for in a Big?

no preference

Social Media: @bxubaba snap, @biancexu ig

Brynn Biddle

Pronouns: she/her/hers

Academic Year: First Year

Major/Minor: nursing

Hometown: near philly

Cultural Identity: Chinese American

hi i’m brynn and i’m a first year nursing student at pitt! i definitely focus my attention on academics, but outside of school i love to listen to music, hang with friends, and watch movies. i listen to all kinds of music except country, and some of my favorite movie genres are rom com and anything disney. i also play the violin in my spare time. i’m a very friendly and engaging person. i take a little while to warm up to people, but after i get to know you i’m super outgoing. i love to go out but i’m also good to stay in.

What are you looking for in a Big?

no preference

Social Media: ig: brynnbiddle_ snap: brynn.biddle

Daniel Yi

Pronouns: He/Him

Academic Year: First Year

Major/Minor: Global Management and Marketing

Hometown: Pittsburgh

Cultural Identity: Korean

Like to play sports

What are you looking for in a Big?

Sports basketball soccer tennis

Social Media: Insta: Dae9th

Emma Choe

Pronouns: she/her

Academic Year: Sophomore

Major/Minor: History Major w potential Museum Studies minor

Hometown: Natick, MA

Cultural Identity: Korean American

i’m super into films (esp. action movies!) & love to watch them w/ my friends. i mostly listen to “dad music” & artists like steve lacy, joji, & lana del rey. i enjoy window shopping & go out to restaurants & little stores. i can lean either way between being extroverted/ introverted, and i love having good convos w ppl! i’m korean american, but don’t have as much of a deep connection w/ my culture as i know other asian americans do

What are you looking for in a Big?

i’d really like for a big with similar interests/taste, and someone more chill but easygoing.

Social Media: @emma.choee is my instagram

Gavin Zheng

Pronouns: he/him

Academic Year: Sophomore

Major/Minor: comp sci

Hometown: new castle, pa

Cultural Identity: Chinese American

hi my name is gavin, in my free time i am actively avoiding schoolwork/studying but i do enjoy studying when it is necessary. i like listening to music (joji, gallant, rei brown), playing val, and spontaneity occasionally. i am also down for new experiences all around.

What are you looking for in a Big?

someone with good energy and is fun to be around

Social Media: insta: zheng.gav

Jenny Wang

Pronouns: she/her/hers

Academic Year: Junior

Major/Minor: Information Science

Hometown: Murrysville, PA

Cultural Identity: Chinese American

I love going out and exploring new resturants (huge foodie) and shops (I have a spending problem), but also am down for a good night in. Outside of my major, I enjoy anything that deals with music (any kind, hip hop, kpop, to classic) and art. I play both the piano and the flute and am skilled at painting and drawing. Additionally, I am a transfer student.

What are you looking for in a Big?

no preference

Social Media: instagram: jennay.wang, snapchat: jwang2217

Joyce Wang

Pronouns: she/her/hers

Academic Year: Junior

Major/Minor: neuroscience

Hometown: Taiwan

Cultural Identity: Taiwanese

interested in music, k-pop, dance, travel, like talking to people!

What are you looking for in a Big?

similar major or maybe internationally student

Social Media: instagram: joycewang7222

Kate Li

Pronouns: She/Her/Hers

Academic Year: Sophomore

Major/Minor: Biological Sciences (Pre-Med), Exercise Science minor

Hometown: Berwyn, PA

Cultural Identity: Chinese American

Hi!! I'm an ambivert who loves hanging out with friends, eating, and sleeping. Despite my basic af profile, I swear I'm not just another bio pre-med major from outside of Philly (pls give me a chance). I don't take things too seriously and I love to have fun! I also like to binge watch shows -- currently I'm rewatching Friends for the third time, but some of my other favs are The Vampire Diaries and The Office. And most importantly, I'm known for my green bean obsession (干煸四季豆). Just thought I'd mention.

What are you looking for in a Big?

I'm looking for someone of similar background who's chill, somewhat extroverted, and also loves eating food (green bean obsession not required)!

Social Media: IG: @kate._li

Kim Huynh

Pronouns: she/her

Academic Year: First Year

Major/Minor: pharmaceutical sciences

Hometown: Irvine, CA

Cultural Identity: vietnamese american

i love collecting smiskis and sonny angels! im also a big zb1 fan (boys planet is my comfort show) and collecting miffy related things. i also love going on picnics and my comfort movie is 10 things i hate about you. i also love to read and getting sweet treats !

What are you looking for in a Big?

similar hobbies and not someone creepy please!

Social Media: instagram: kimhvynh

Lili Fishman

Pronouns: she/her/hers

Academic Year: First Year

Major/Minor: Fine Arts

Hometown: LA

Cultural Identity: Chinese American

I like to cook/bake and eat (bit of a foodie), hang out with friends, listen to music, sleep, explore and try new things, go on adventures, travel, watch TV/movies, and just have a good time! I also enjoy, but am definitely no pro at tennis, swimming, dancing, and playing piano. I’m a huge animal lover and currently have 4 dogs. I would say that I’m an introverted extrovert and look forward to working hard, but also playing hard too!

What are you looking for in a Big?

I would prefer if they were in a similar major and shared similar hobbies with me as well.

Social Media: insta & snap: lilifishmann

Megan Woodward

Pronouns: she/her/hers

Academic Year: First Year

Major/Minor: Linguistics

Hometown: Orchard Park (Buffalo), NY

Cultural Identity: Kazakh/Central Asian American

I am very interested in the arts including visual arts, dance, language, literature,etc. I also try to get outdoors and explore my environment. I am a very academic student and take my studies seriously.

What are you looking for in a Big?

I would like someone who is not in stem, preferably a similar major. Also a similar cultural background would be nice to connect over. I’m open to anyone.

Social Media: insta: mwoodward21; snap: mcwoodward21

Nini Chen

Pronouns: she/her/hers

Academic Year: First Year

Major/Minor: Pre-Pharmacy

Hometown: West Chester, PA

Cultural Identity: Chinese American

I love watching C/K dramas, listening to C/K-pop (TNT, Seventeen, (G)I-dle, NewJeans), drawing, crafting, shopping, Legos, badminton, taking pictures, and trying new foods (big foodie!). Hotpot and Boba are amazing or anything spicy (even though my spice tolerance not too good ://) I also have an addiction for cinnamoroll and shin chan. I'm a more introverted person.

What are you looking for in a Big?

Someone with a similar background and hobbies, a foodie!

Social Media: (INSTA) nini_c0623 & (Wechat) Nini4533389

Ryder Pham

Pronouns: He/him/his

Academic Year: Sophomore

Major/Minor: Mathematics and CS, Spanish Minor

Hometown: Royersford, PA

Cultural Identity: Vietnamese American

I am a talkative person with a lot of energy who usually down to do most anything. I like lifting, playing volleyball, and having late night conversations about delusional scenarios.

What are you looking for in a Big?

I am looking for a big who is down to have a good time and is also supportive 🫶

Social Media: insta: @have.some.pham

Tiffany Lee

Pronouns: she/her/hers

Academic Year: First Year

Major/Minor: Public Health

Hometown: Northern Virginia

Cultural Identity: Chinese American

I love dancing (all types of styles but especially choreo), reading, and generally doing arts and crafts. I’m somewhat introverted but more outgoing as I warm up to people. I ingest a lot of media (social media, shows, movies, music).

What are you looking for in a Big?

Similar background (also Chinese), if possible also Public Health major but :) its a small program so thats okay if not, extroverted

Social Media: Instagram: tiffanyxylee

Winnie Zhu

Pronouns: she/her

Academic Year: Sophomore

Major/Minor: Finance & BIS

Hometown: Mechanicsburg, PA

I can be a bit reserved and awkward at first, however, once I become comfortable being around someone, I can be loud and fun! One thing that I enjoy doing in my free time is playing video games. You’ll mainly catch me playing valorant (peak d3 but down horrendously in p2 😫) and Minecraft, but I’m very open to other games! Eating foods at restaurants, and listening to true crime is also something that I enjoy doing. This is my first year at Pitt as a transfer student, so I’m really excited to discover all the culinary gems in the area. As for true crime, I often turn to Stephanie Soo on YouTube as my preferred source for listening to them. I also love listening to indie pop + r&b, so if anyone has the same music taste, we should definitely exchange spotify playlists :).

What are you looking for in a Big?

Similar major!

Social Media: ig: wnniezhu

Iris Chen

Pronouns: she/her

Academic Year: First Year

Major/Minor: Computer Science/Hope to minor in Korean

Cultural Identity: Chinese American

Hometown: Born in NYC, lived in Fuzhou and Berea, KY. (I consider them all my hometown)

Hello! I’m Iris. I am a freshman who is undeclared but on the track to being a comp sci major. I love learning new things like dances and languages. I have been dancing for 4 consistent years now, but took dance lessons on and off as a kid. I also joined FRESA this fall and I am so excited to continue my love for dancing. I’d like to say that I’m fluent in English and Mandarin. I can also understand the fuzhounese dialect and speak a little. (Also a little of the Szechuan dialect) I am currently learning Korean as a third language. Other things I’m interested in include painting and drawing, baking, fashion and makeup. Oh and I’m a die hard fan of K-pop. Especially BTS and TXT. Other genres I enjoy are rnb, crnb, cpop, and k-rap. I am open for any music recommendations though! I also love food, I’m such a foodie and one of my goals is to eat everything there is in Pittsburgh!! Last but not least, I love watching K-drama, C-drama, all the dramas. Hit me up if you wanna enjoy some good food and binge watch drama:)

What are you looking for in a Big?

I don’ have a particular preference, but I hope to find someone with similar interests and maybe even a similar major. I hope to find a big who can help guide me through tough situations and I can be there for them as well. I’m open to anyone tho! As long as you are a kindhearted and open minded person then I’m totally okay with that!

Social Media: Insta: @Iriz.the.Iris

Aaron Sun

Pronouns: He/Him

Academic Year: First Year

Major/Minor: Bioengineering

Hometown: Berwyn, PA

Cultural Identity: Chinese American

I like to play tennis, workout, and eat food. I'm a laid-back person who likes to chill inside. My favorite thing to do is eat while watching moneysigneric/mukbangs hehe.

What are you looking for in a Big?

Similar major (premed?), likes to workout, eats a lot. Just a chill person :)

Social Media: @aaronsun0528

Andrea Nguyen

Pronouns: she/her

Academic Year: First Year

Major/Minor: Biological Science

Hometown: Mechanicsburg PA

Cultural Identity: Vietnamese American

I am a big anime fan(watched a ton) and enjoy reading webtoon and mangas in my free time. I love playing soccer and I also play the violin. Music-wise I usually just listen to Kpop(especially BTS, Ateez, and many other girl groups), but I also really like the Weekend. I am pretty quiet at first but once I am comfortable, I am very outgoing and social.

What are you looking for in a Big?

similar interests; similar major

Social Media: insta: andreanguyen05 snap: andrea_nguyen05

Anna Board

Pronouns: she/her

Academic Year: First Year

Major/Minor: English

Hometown: Malvern, PA

Cultural Identity: Chinese American

I enjoy reading, meeting new people, playing volleyball, and hanging out with my friends! Although I am an introvert, I like being in fun, spontaneous settings, and I’m always down to get food. I can be somewhat quiet at first, but i warm up to others easily, and I love laughing:)

What are you looking for in a Big?

I’m looking for a big that has similar hobbies to me and someone that can match my energy (being hype but also fun to be around when we’re just chilling). I hope the person is kind, empathetic, a good student, and someone that I can look up to, feel comfortable around, and have authentic conversation with!

Social Media: sc and pintrest: anna_board, ig: annaboard

Brady Chua

Pronouns: He/him/his

Academic Year: First Year

Major/Minor: Finance

Hometown: Manhattan, KS

Cultural Identity: Chinese and Filipino American

I like talking to people and going out to do stuff

What are you looking for in a Big?

No preference

Social Media: ig and snap: brady.chua

Carina Lew

Pronouns: She/Her

Academic Year: Sophomore

Major/Minor: Pre-pharmacy

Hometown: Montgomery Country(outside of Philly)

Cultural Identity: Chinese American

I love to dance, baking/cooking and trying new things(especially food). I’m pretty easy going, and would love to meet some new people!

What are you looking for in a Big?

I’m looking for a big who has similar interest, hobbies and potentially similar majors

Social Media: Instagram: carinalew_ Snap:carinalew369

Dhriti Cagathi

Pronouns: She/her

Academic Year: First Year

Major/Minor: Anthropology major (premed)

Hometown: Mount Laurel, NJ

Cultural Identity: Indian American

I love reading, watching kdramas and anime, eating noodles and any rice dish. I’m always down for anything, I have a lot of interests too so I can talk about literally anything. I’m a bit of nerd but I also love to go out and have fun. I have sarcastic dark humor (my friends say I’m not funny tho). I've recently been into the dark forest green color lately :)

What are you looking for in a Big?

As long as we have one similarity and they are open minded/friendly, I don’t have really any criteria.

Social Media: instagram: _dhritic

Emma Lill

Pronouns: she/her/hers

Academic Year: First Year

Major/Minor: Pre-pharmacy

Hometown: Havertown, PA

Cultural Identity: Chinese

watching tv, going on walks, coloring, yoga

What are you looking for in a Big?

similar major possibly?

Social Media: instagram: @_emmalill

Grace Baek

Pronouns: She/her/hers

Academic Year: First Year

Major/Minor: Global Management

Hometown: Philadelphia

Cultural Identity: Korean American

I love to watch movies and tv shows. I like to play sports with my siblings and friends. I am outgoing and very energetic. I love shopping, napping, hanging out with friends, trying new food spots, and Starbucks/smoothies/boba.

What are you looking for in a Big?

Similar major and similar hobbies

Social Media: Instagram: gracebaek_ Snapchat: grace_baek21

Jeremy Luu

Pronouns: He/Him/His

Academic Year: Sophomore

Major/Minor: Computer Science major

Hometown: Montgomery County, PA

Cultural Identity: Chinese American

Hi! I'm Jeremy and I consider myself an outgoing and joyful type of guy. I like to play Super Smash Bros in my free time (I play pikachu) and I'm also a violin player in the Pitt Symphony Orchestra. At home I like to ski in the winter and fish in the spring. At ASA I hope to meet new people and make some friends.

What are you looking for in a Big?

I am looking for a big that is pretty chill in that they don't need too much time commitment from me. I am mostly looking to meet new people so I would prefer them to be sociable!

Social Media: Insta: JemLuu

Julia Gans

Pronouns: Any

Academic Year: First Year

Major/Minor: Engineering (civil)

Hometown: Massachusetts

Cultural Identity: Chinese American

Hi there! I’m a freshman, though i took a couple gap years and I’m from Massachusetts. I love music of all kinds. Listening, singing, discovering new artists. I also love doing puzzles of different varieties including jigsaw puzzles, word puzzles, number puzzles, and logic puzzles. I like reading, writing poetry, and crochet, though I haven’t had much time to do any of that recently. I also like playing sports, only for fun though.

What are you looking for in a Big?

Engineering major (otherwise, no preference)

Social Media: Insta: Ju.Gans, Snap: ju.g2357

Katelyn Chen

Pronouns: she/her/hers

Academic Year: First Year

Major/Minor: Biology (pre-med), Spanish minor

Hometown: Northern Virginia

Cultural Identity: Chinese American

My hobbies include crochet, journaling, lifting (sometimes), general arts & crafts, music, baking/cooking, eating, collecting smiski. I am probably more introverted than extroverted, but I still enjoy social events and talking to people (just need my alone time to recharge).

What are you looking for in a Big?

Similar major & hobbies!

Social Media: IG: katelynzchen

Krystal Tran

Pronouns: she/her

Academic Year: First Year

Major/Minor: Biological Sciences

Hometown: Sarasota, FL

Cultural Identity: Vietnamese American

Hi!! I love being outdoors, watching sunsets, thrifting, and eating yummy foods. I also am super crafty and love to crochet and make my own jewelry. Additionally, I’m a huge fan of COIN and Taylor Swift. I cant wait to meet my big!

What are you looking for in a Big?

I’m looking for someone who loves to go out and explore!

Social Media: Instagram: @krystalt012

Lily Zavidny

Pronouns: She/her

Academic Year: Sophomore

Major/Minor: Marketing major, business analytics minor

Hometown: Cranberry Township, PA

Cultural Identity: Chinese and white

I love to read, listen to music, spend time in nature and hang out with my friends! Also my favorite food is sushi, my favorite TV show is Shameless, and my favorite color is pink :)

What are you looking for in a Big?

Someone who has similar interests and good vibes :P

Social Media: Instagram: @lilyzavidny Snap: @lilza.22

Minnie Cho

Pronouns: she/her/hers

Academic Year: Sophomore

Major/Minor: Major: Biochemistry Minor: Computer Science

Hometown: Lansdale, PA

Cultural Identity: Chinese Thai American

I like to snowboard and play volleyball! I also like crocheting small things and going on boba dates. Any kind of spontaneous adventures are good :)

What are you looking for in a Big?

similar background

Social Media: instagram: m.inniecho

Noah Lee

Pronouns: he/him

Academic Year: First Year

Major/Minor: bio

Hometown: Albuquerque, New Mexico

Cultural Identity: korean

i like to play hangout, watch shows, listen to music, swim, play videogames, eat food, and doing anything.

What are you looking for in a Big?

be funny and cool and chill and enjoyable

Social Media: insta: noahhlee_

Sam Gombiner

Pronouns: he/him/his

Academic Year: First Year

Major/Minor: CS

Hometown: Philadelphia

Cultural Identity: Chinese American

I like going out and trying food, thrifting, video and board games, rock climbing, playing ultimate frisbee and over-sleeping.

What are you looking for in a Big?

Cs 🐐

Social Media: Sam.gombiner

Tony Hoang

Pronouns: He/Him/His

Academic Year: First Year

Major/Minor: Actuarial Science

Hometown: Mechanicsburg, PA

Cultural Identity: Vietnamese American

I like to play the piano and video game like League of Legends. I also love to draw in my free time. I might be quiet and introverted when first meeting people, but I'm talkative after opening up to people.

What are you looking for in a Big?

I look for someone who I can look up to as a mentor but also treat as a close, comfortable friend.

Social Media: instagram: tony.hoang2005

Xian Yu Zhao

Pronouns: he/him

Academic Year: Sophomore

Major/Minor: Computer Science

Hometown: China

Cultural Identity: Korean American

I love watching anime, especially rom coms. I go to the gym 4 times a week. I like playing video games. I’m pretty reserved when I first meet people but I get pretty talkative when I get to know the person. I was also never a big fan of sports.

What are you looking for in a Big?

no preference on major, gender, race, ethnicity. I would like my Big to have at least some of interests or hobbies.

Social Media: insta: xianyuu_zhao

Saniya Manojkumar

Pronouns: she/her

Academic Year: First Year

Major/Minor: Neuroscience

Cultural Identity: Indian American

Hometown: King of Prussia, PA

Hobbies/Interests: Volleyball, watching k-dramas, doing movie reviews, going on boba and coffee runs, trying new foods, reading sci-fi/dystopia books
Personality: Outgoing, bubbly, and talkative

What are you looking for in a Big?

Similar hobbies

Social Media: Instagram: m_saniyaa

Aaron Yang

Pronouns: He

Academic Year: First Year

Major/Minor: Electrical Engineering

Hometown: New York

Cultural Identity: Chinese American

My hobbies are basketball, snowboarding, and volleyball.

What are you looking for in a Big?

Similar majors

Social Media: aaronsveryhungry

Andrew Chan

Pronouns: He/Him/His

Academic Year: First Year

Major/Minor: Bioengineering

Hometown: Downingtown, PA

Cultural Identity: Chinese American

Hey! My name is Andrew and I am from Downingtown PA, about an hour outside of Philadelphia. Some of my hobbies include playing the piano and violin, listening to music, robotics, and just having a good time with friends. I love food lol and I am down to meet new people!

What are you looking for in a Big?

Similar major, similar background, just chill in general

Social Media: snap: andrew.chn | insta: chn.andrew

Ashley Cho

Pronouns: she/her/hers

Academic Year: First Year

Major/Minor: Public Health - pre dental

Hometown: Lansdale, PA

Cultural Identity: Korean American

I love meeting new people, hanging out with my friends, and staying active whether it be through sports or just going to the gym! I am pretty extroverted and I love listening to krnb/chill music. I love food :D

What are you looking for in a Big?

I think it would be nice if I could be paired with someone who is also on the pre dental or pre med track:)

Social Media: Ashley_cho1 <- instagram

Brandon Hui

Pronouns: He/Him

Academic Year: First Year

Major/Minor: Computer Science

Hometown: York, PA

Cultural Identity: Chinese American

HEY hi my name is Brandon, and I’m into a wide range of games (RPGs, FPS, ROBLOX HORROR GAMES). I’m also really into music, and my favorite artists are Good Kid and Tatsuro Yamashita. I also love food and will be down to explore anywhere with anyone. I’m a big manga/manhwa reader, so if you have any suggestions lmk. Other than that I’m down for anything and everything just so I can say I’ve done something at least once.

What are you looking for in a Big?

Similar hobbies, but outside of that no real preference

Social Media: insta: @brandon.mp4

Ciaran O’Brian

Pronouns: He

Academic Year: First Year

Major/Minor: Supply Chain Management

Hometown: New York

Cultural Identity: British Japanese

I really love learning languages and exploring cultures.

What are you looking for in a Big?

Similar background, similar interests

Social Media: (ig) ciaran.ob42

Edward Lin

Pronouns: He/him

Academic Year: Sophomore

Major/Minor: Prepharm

Hometown: Mechanicsburg, Pa

Cultural Identity: Chinese American

I like playing basketball and like to hang out with people

What are you looking for in a Big?

I want them to be nice and caring

Social Media: Instagram- edh_linn

Eva Xiao

Pronouns: she/her/hers

Academic Year: Sophomore

Major/Minor: Psychology major, Linguistics minor

Hometown: Cleveland, Ohio

Cultural Identity: first gen Chinese American

I am very introverted and struggled with making friends last year, hence being a sophomore applying for this and trying to join more clubs, like CASA. In my free time I like to bake, read but not as much as I used to, and crochet — I just started my own small business over the summer! I enjoy spending time alone but also want to make more friends by stepping out of my comfort zone a little!

What are you looking for in a Big?

Similar background, not super extroverted

Social Media: instagram: @evaxiao_ snapchat: evaaxiao

Ina Han

Pronouns: she/her

Academic Year: First Year

Major/Minor: molecular biology

Hometown: wayne, pa

Cultural Identity: korean

i like reading, playing with my puppies, going out with friends, eating good food, and traveling

What are you looking for in a Big?

preferably more extroverted, stem major

Social Media: insta: _inahann/ snap: inahan8

Jessica Huang

Pronouns: She/her

Academic Year: First Year

Major/Minor: Computer Engineering

Hometown: Honolulu, Hawaii

Cultural Identity: Chinese American

Hello! My name is Jessica Huang and I’m a freshman at Pitt. I was born and raised in Honolulu, Hawaii, and my birthday falls on April Fools’ Day. I often relate my birthday to my life and personality, which I find to be filled with interesting twists and turns. New situations and experiences tend to lead me into some entertaining messes and unexpected challenges. It’s like life has a playful way of keeping me on my toes, just like a good April Fools’ prank. In terms of my personality, I believe I’m an INFJ, which stands for “introverted, intuitive, feeling, judging.” One of my biggest passions/hobbies is dancing. I first learned ballet when I was little, then did Chinese traditional dance for a few years. In recent years, I’ve been also exploring and falling in love with hip-hop, jazz, and K-pop dance. Being “mulitingual” is another aspect of my life that I find enriching. I am fluent in English, Cantonese, Mandarin, and it’s a skill I’m proud of, one that helps me build bridges between different communities.

What are you looking for in a Big?

I hope to be paired up with a big who is also in engineering, particularly electrical/computer, and shares a similar cultural background. However, I’m open to connecting with anyone, even if our majors or backgrounds differ. While common hobbies would be a plus, what matters most to me is someone who is caring and approachable. I have an older sister but we don’t have the chance to bond or connect much because she’s married, and we have an 8-year age gap. So, I’m excited about this opportunity to build a meaningful connection with someone who’s like an older sibling to me.

Social Media: Instagram - jess.ica_h_uang

Jun Ahn

Pronouns: He/Him

Academic Year: First Year

Major/Minor: Biology

Hometown: South Korea

Cultural Identity: Korea

I like video games and fishing. I like cooking for people. My personality could be described as random.

What are you looking for in a Big?

No preference. Maybe similar major >:D

Social Media: Instagram: junahn05

Katherine Colburn

Pronouns: She/Her

Academic Year: Sophomore

Major/Minor: Accounting and Finance

Hometown: Howard County, Maryland

Cultural Identity: Half Filipino, Half White

I like gaming sometimes, getting back into weight lifting, arts and crafts, webtoons, music, and going out with friends, thrifting

What are you looking for in a Big?

similar hobbies would be great, same major would be nice but not needed, maybe also filipino so i get to know more about my culture

Social Media: @colburn_katherine (Instagram)

Lauren Rossiter

Pronouns: she/her/hers

Academic Year: First Year

Major/Minor: Major: Biology minor: Chinese language certificate:global health. On a pre med track

Hometown: Warren NJ

Cultural Identity: Chinese American

I really enjoy watching soccer and playing as well as fencing. I LOVE to bake and cook as well as knit and crochet. I really like eating good food and trying new foods as well. I enjoy adventure and I really want to study abroad. Personality wise I think I’m pretty laid back. I am a little goofy sometimes but I also value some nice quiet time to read or do a puzzle

What are you looking for in a Big?

No preference!

Social Media: Snap= lrossiter20 insta= girl_with_the_plants

Maggie Kuehn

Pronouns: she/her/hers

Academic Year: Senior

Major/Minor: Electrical Engineering

Hometown: Pittsburgh, PA

Cultural Identity: Chinese American

I’m a 5th year student - I know old lol but I’m adopted from China and would love to be more involved with the Asian Community and learn more about the Asian culture as a whole! I am studying industrial engineering and will graduate spring 2024. I like to lift, do yoga, be outdoors, boba tea, music- edm, house, alt/indie, shop, watch tv/movies, and hang with friends!

What are you looking for in a Big?

No preference - just want to meet people

Social Media: Insta- magk014 snap- maggiek014

Mo Younis

Pronouns: He/Him

Academic Year: First Year

Major/Minor: Major: Public Health

Hometown: Abington, Pennsylvania

Cultural Identity: Egyptian

-Training & Working out
- Gaming
-Hanging Out

What are you looking for in a Big?

Similar background, interests, overall just chill vibe

Social Media: Themo.andonly

Olivia Ahn

Pronouns: she/her

Academic Year: Sophomore

Major/Minor: biology/chemistry minor

Hometown: Philadelphia, USA

Cultural Identity: Korean American

I like going out for food and i loveee coffee! I also love clothes, music, and I like to go to the gym.

What are you looking for in a Big?

similar background

Social Media: oliviaahnn

Siyuan Chen

Pronouns: she/her

Academic Year: First Year

Major/Minor: Business

Hometown: Brazil

Cultural Identity: Chinese

I was born in Brazil but my family’s from China, it’s my first year and i’m coming from miami to pitt. I enjoy playing sports like soccer, swim, etc. I’m more of an extrovert, though i might start a little quiet with new people.

What are you looking for in a Big?

someone that can match my energy, by being energetic and extroverted.

Social Media: snap: si_yuan05 , insta: si._.yuan

Vi Tran

Pronouns: she/her

Academic Year: Junior

Major/Minor: dental hygiene

Hometown: fairfax, va

Cultural Identity: vietnamese american

raves/concerts ! , crocheting, cooking, baking, fashion, piercings/tats, roblox LOLLL😺 i just transferred to pitt and don’t really know anyone so i’d really like to meet other ppl outside my major or like explore pitt in general !

What are you looking for in a Big?

i’m open to anything tbh ! id like someone with similar hobbies or a little more outgoing but again anything works😀👍

Social Media: ig: vitran._

Zoe Hanrahan

Pronouns: she/her

Academic Year: First Year

Major/Minor: Applied developmental psychology/ in the CASE program

Hometown: Maryland

Cultural Identity: Chinese American

I love watching Modern Family, and I'm a big foodie. I also like crocheting Wooble kits and working out.

What are you looking for in a Big?

Easy going, friendly, and has a similar major

Social Media: Instragram: zoey.hanrahan

Elizabeth Amstutz

Pronouns: she/her

Academic Year: Senior

Major/Minor: Theatre/Film

Cultural Identity: Chinese

Hometown: Pottstown, PA

I love doing little artsy crafts, and going to museums, exploring pgh. I love going to see different musicals and plays around Pittsburgh, and trying new restaurants around the city.

What are you looking for in a Big?

I would love someone who's down for exploring pgh with me, going to try new restaurants, oakland picnics perhaps, a friend to do crafts with.

Social Media: Ig: @elizabeth_amstutz

Aileen Li

Pronouns: she/her

Academic Year: First Year

Major/Minor: environmental science

Hometown: philadelphia

Cultural Identity: chinese american

i love hiking, exploring new places, and listening to music :) i'm a big fan of artists like beabadoobee, clairo, and red velvet! some of my favorite things rn are the ikea foodcourt, dad sneakers, trader joe's mini peanut butter cups, and sonny angels!

What are you looking for in a big?

someone outgoing who likes to try new things or has a lot of different interests!

Social Media: ig: @aaileenli

Angelina Jia

Pronouns: she/her/hers

Academic Year: First Year

Major/Minor: Statistics/Economics

Hometown: Chadds Ford, PA

Cultural Identity: Chinese American

Hi! I’m Angelina. I love drawing, crocheting, and listening to music. I’m an introvert, but i’m more outgoing once you get to know me. I like meeting new people and trying new things with others. I can also speak Mandarin Chinese!

What are you looking for in a Big?

Maybe similar hobbies or major, but it doesn’t matter that much to me.

Social Media: insta: @angelinaajia

Ben Duong

Pronouns: He/Him/His

Academic Year: First Year

Major/Minor: Rehab Science

Hometown: Greensburg PA

Cultural Identity: Vietnamese American

Some of my interests are soccer, cooking, fishing, and generally any sport. I’m super open minded and I like trying out new things. So if there’s something new that you like doing I’d love to try it out. I’ve been told that I’m a more quiet person but when you get to know me I enjoy long conversations.

What are you looking for in a Big?

The qualities that I’d look for in a big is just someone fun to be around that as a good but of energy

Social Media: benduong_

Brandon Vo

Pronouns: He/Him

Academic Year: First Year

Major/Minor: Pre pharmacy

Hometown: King of Prussia

Cultural Identity: Vietnamese American

Soccer, basketball, gym, anime

What are you looking for in a Big?

No preference

Social Media: brandon_vo7

Daniel Cheng

Pronouns: He/him/his

Academic Year: First Year

Major/Minor: Comp Sci Major, Music Minor

Hometown: Exton, PA

Cultural Identity: Chinese

I love to play violin and piano, song write, compose, draw, and cook! I also love making and listening to music.

What are you looking for in a Big?

Similar hobbies, major, and/or ethnic backgrounds

Social Media: Insta: itsdannycheng

Emerly Lin

Pronouns: She/Her/Hers

Academic Year: First Year

Major/Minor: Major in Business - Undeclared

Hometown: Mamaroneck, New York

Cultural Identity: Chinese American

My interests and hobbies include watching tv, going on bike rides, talking and hanging out with my friends, going out to eat, and more! I’m most definitely an extrovert and I love going to places and hanging out with my friends. I’m energetic and I’ve been told my sense of humor is weird and crazy so that’s something to keep in mind. I’m a social butterfly and I love talking to people and I can’t be alone most of the time.

What are you looking for in a Big?

No preference, just want a nice and cool friend.

Social Media: Snapchat - emerlylin

Gabriel Peralta

Pronouns: he/him

Academic Year: First Year

Major/Minor: Undecided

Hometown: Bucks County; Yardley PA

Cultural Identity: Filipino

I do taekwondo, I’ve been training for the last 5 years and I joined the taekwondo club here at Pitt. I recently picked up rock climbing and have been going down to ascend on the south side every week. I really like music, I used to play trumpet and my favorite genre is jazz. My favorite artists are laufey, lizzy mcalpine, phoneboy, and Bruno mars. I enjoy cooking, I used to cook Filipino food with my mom and lola a lot at home, and my dream is to own a Filipino restaurant.

What are you looking for in a Big?

I would like for my big to have similar ethnic background and hobbies. I would mainly want to have a big who’s easy to talk to and supportive. For major I don’t have a preference since I am currently undecided.

Social Media: Insta: @masterg_33, Snap: gperalta_16

Jake Zheng

Pronouns: He/Him/His

Academic Year: Biology (Pre-Med track)

Major/Minor: Biology (Pre-Med track)

Hometown: Butler PA

Cultural Identity: Chinese American

I enjoy baking, playing cards, chatting with friends, and origami

What are you looking for in a Big?

No preference

Social Media: random_origami_and_stuff

Jodie Xie

Pronouns: She/her/hers

Academic Year: First Year

Major/Minor: Psychology

Hometown: Reading, PA

Cultural Identity: Chinese American

Hi! Some of the things I love include boba/food, hanging out with friends, and music/concerts (mostly r&b/kr&b and kpop like Nct, txt, NewJeans, SZA, Frank ocean, and junny)! I also enjoy some video games like Sims and Genshin and I have a bit of an obsession with dying my hair. Plus I took up crochet recently and I’m trying to get more into it!

What are you looking for in a Big?

Similar majors

Social Media: Instagram: jodiex88 Snapchat: jodiex221

Justin Pello

Pronouns: he/him

Academic Year: Sophomore

Major/Minor: Media and Professional Communications (Digital Media Track)

Hometown: Erwinna, PA

Cultural Identity: Chinese American

I am interested in media and pop culture. I love small talk but sometimes deep conversations can be fun. I also like working out. I also like listening to music, any genre except Country. I also like going out and hanging out with friends like game and party nights.

What are you looking for in a Big?

Luckily, I am not a picky person as long as I vibe well with them. I have friends who are in totally different majors and have totally different backgrounds hobbies.

Social Media: Instagram: @justinpello - Snapchat - @jp-280

Kaylynn Zhang

Pronouns: She/her

Academic Year: First Year

Major/Minor: Digital narrative and interactive design

Hometown: Jinan, China

Cultural Identity: Native Chinese

I like drawing and making arts. I also watch anime. I play clarinet. I’m a little bit introverted but I like to make more friends. My Chinese is better than my English.

What are you looking for in a Big?

Similar hobbies, patient and friendly people

Social Media: Instagram: kylyn_xy

Lavena Li

Pronouns: She/Her/Hers

Academic Year: Sophomore

Major/Minor: Biology major/Pre-Med + Chinese minor

Hometown: Philadelphia, PA

Cultural Identity: Chinese Vietnamese American

I am a Biology major on the Pre-Med track and I am minoring in Chinese as well. During my free time, I love to bake/cook, paint, crochet, and go on walks. I am also interested in cinematography, so when I get the chance, I like to take videos and edit them on my computer! My go to drink besides water and hot tea is boba and I am in love with asian cuisine. I love going out with my friends and staying home all at the same time.

What are you looking for in a Big?

Chinese background, Pre-med/Biology major/Honors College, similar hobbies (baking, art, etc.)

Social Media: Insta: @lavena_li

Matthew Park

Pronouns: he/him

Academic Year: First Year

Major/Minor: undeclared, possibly bio and maybe even pre med

Hometown: Allentown PA

Cultural Identity: half korean

i play video games, watch soccer and football, i may be a bit quiet but i try to talk, i watch a bit of anime and other shows

What are you looking for in a Big?

similar major and hobbies would be nice

Social Media: @meparkpa on everything

Nikhil Roy

Pronouns: He/Him

Academic Year: Senior

Major/Minor: Major: Data Science Minor: Applied Statistics

Hometown: Pittsburgh, PA

Cultural Identity: Indian

Love to be active, especially in Football, Basketball, Rock Climbing, Badminton, Pickleball, Ultimate Frisbee, Cricket. I've also competed across the States and even Canada in Taekwondo sparring tournaments, and am now transitioning into boxing. I'm a pretty chill and humble guy who loves to be outdoors and adventurous. The only sport I watch and care about is Football (NFL). I'm pretty patient and good at adjusting to things and new environments.

What are you looking for in a Big?

Someone laid back and chill - don't really care about the gender or anything.

Social Media: Instagram: nikhilroy2003 Snap: nikhilroy1

Ray Wang

Pronouns: he/him

Academic Year: First Year

Major/Minor: engineering (going to declare as electrical)

Hometown: Pittsburgh, PA

Cultural Identity: Chinese American

i like fashion and sewing, i like a lot of shoegaze and ambient music, my favorite band right now is called “cruyff in the bedroom” theres also this Taiwanese group called “CICADA” that makes classical style ambient music and theyre also really cool. my favorite food is grilled eel over rice, my favorite movie is all about lily chouchou and my favorite anime is welcome to the NHK.

What are you looking for in a Big?

someone with a similar major (hopefully ECE), or someone who also likes fashion, or someone who also likes shoegaze

Social Media: ig: r_y.wav

Sophia Pfeffer

Pronouns: she/her

Academic Year: First Year

Major/Minor: Engineering

Hometown: Philly

Cultural Identity: Chinese

Gymnastics, piano, gaming

What are you looking for in a Big?

No preference

Social Media: Insta: sophiepfeffer_

Vivien Lim

Pronouns: she/her

Academic Year: First Year

Major/Minor: Computer Science/ Maybe minor in Information Science

Hometown: Maryland

Cultural Identity: American Born Chinese

I am a freshman that loves singing and dancing. I started listening a little bit to KPop during covid and have a love for hip pop and r&b. Outside of music, I play video games and played piano. I also would love to start getting more into fashion and working out.

What are you looking for in a Big?

Similar background, more extroverted than me 😭.

Social Media: vivxlim (snapchat, instagram, tiktok)

Rae Yang

Pronouns: she/her

Academic Year: First Year

Major/Minor: Biology

Cultural Identity: Chinese American

Hometown: Mount Laurel, New Jersey

I love playing the piano, playing mahjong, watching kdramas and animes, listening to a wide variety of music (kpop, krnb, jazz, rap, classical; laufey and wave to earth), I love spending time with people, I like learning about space, and I want to become a doctor.

What are you looking for in a Big?

I hope my big is also pre-med but doesn't have to be, but other than that, I'm just looking for anyone that's chill and down-to-earth and easy to talk to/vibe with.

Social Media: sc: raerae5353, insta: rae.yangg