Orientation Directors

As your Orientation Directors this year, it is our job to plan orientation and keep you informed throughout the summer. Feel free to reach out to orientationadventures@g.hmc.edu if you have any questions.

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Carter Meyer ’27

2025 Orientation DirectorMentor for West Residence Hall

Hi everyone! My name is Carter and I’m a rising junior from Calgary, Canada. I’m a joint Chemistry and Climate major and my concentration is Gender and Women’s Studies! On campus, I participate in research, am a Chem AE tutor, and I will be a mentor for the second year. When I’m not roaming to find more study spots I enjoy watching movies, finding new music, and getting sweet treats!

Lev Gruber '26

Lev Gruber ’26

2025 Orientation DirectorMentor for Atwood Residence Hall

Hi all! My name is Lev and I’m a rising Junior from Berkeley, California. I’m a joint Physics/Math major concentrating in Literature. At Mudd I participate in physics research, am a tour guide, and act as president of Drive HMC, Harvey Mudd’s own simulation racing club. When not working on problem sets or coding in my lab, you’ll often find me reading on a picnic blanket in the warm SoCal sun, finding new Boba spots with friends, playing volleyball with the 5C Men’s Club Volleyball team, or planning out Orientation! As a mentor for Atwood dorm and one of this year’s Orientation Directors, I’m so excited to meet all of you and introduce you to the wonderful school that is HMC! See you soon!

Julia Manese '26

Julia Manese ’26

2025 Orientation DirectorMentor for Linde Residence Hall

Hi!!!!! My name is Julia, and I’m a rising junior from Oakland, California. I am an engineering major with a concentration in music! This is my second year as OD and my third year as a Linde mentor! I also do engineering research at Mudd, working with nanomaterials. When I’m not spending my days in the engineering labs or doing homework, I love to vintage shop, refresh my Pinterest boards, go to the beach, and eat chocolate. I can’t wait to meet you all, and I am so SO excited for this year’s Orientation!