Honor Society® member
Marie Kantabadouno
- computer engineering
- Class of 2025
- CA
Member since July 2025
About
First-year Computer Engineering student at UC Santa Cruz, passionate about blending technology and creativity to empower underrepresented communities. Dedicated to leadership, service, and building inclusive platforms for the future.
Education
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university of california-santa cruz
Computer Engineering
2025
Honors and awards
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honor roll
- Honor Rolls (all 4 years in high school) 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024
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Certificate of Excellence Publication Award: Yearbook
I won a certificate of excellence award
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Certificate of Excellence Publication Award: Game Design
I won a certificate of excellence award
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Varsity Letter Award: Esports 2024-2025
I won a varsity Letter Award.
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Cvchs Eagle Art Expo 2021
I won 3rd place in sculpture and mixed media
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Esports Splatoon #2 California
My high school esports team played competitive Splatoon and won #2 in the whole state of California.
Goals and interests
- Career goal
Software Engineer, Ux Designer, Cybersecurity
- Graduate school interests
Interested in pursuing graduate studies in Human-Computer Interaction, UX/UI Design, or Educational Technology.
- Outside the classroom
I enjoy drawing, watching anime, playing the piano and video games, making phone cases, and graphic design.
Experience
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Babysitting
-Provided consistent and attentive care for a young child, ensuring her emotional, physical, and creative needs were met while her mother worked. -Styled and maintained the child's hair • Kept her engaged through fun, age-appropriate activities such as drawing, storytelling, and imaginative play. -Assisted with meals, hygiene routines, and cleanup to support a smooth and structured day. -Developed strong communication and trust with the family to create a reliable support system. -Grew up caring for a younger sibling, giving me lifelong experience in nurturing, multitasking, and creating a safe and loving environment.
Jul 2025 – Aug 2025
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Antoinette's Hair Braiding
-Supported lead braiders by prepping clients' hair through detangling, sectioning, blow-drying, and applying necessary products such as oils and leave-in conditioners. -Maintained a clean and organized workstation by regularly sanitizing tools, sweeping floors, and preparing supplies for upcoming appointments. -Assisted with installing braids by holding and passing hair extensions, separating hair strands, and finishing braid ends with hot water or trimming.
Jun 2021
Volunteering
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Community Clean Up Volunteer
Clayton Cleanup
Apr 2024
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Hope Solution's Leadership Program -Focused on learning new skills -Participated in ongoing training to enhance own job skills and knowledge.
Hope Solutions
Apr 2024 – May 2024
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Summer Camp Counselor -Supervised and engaged with youth ages 5 and above in daily camp activities, including educational games, arts and crafts, and outdoor play. -Fostered a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment for participants from underserved communities. • Assisted with group team-building exercises, and guided activities that promoted social-emotional growth.
Hopes Solutions
Jul 2023 – Jul 2025
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