Who We Are

The Computer Science Society (CSS) Club is dedicated to promoting the STEM field, specifically computer science, technology, and mathematics, because changing the world for the better all begins with how to utilize technology. We work to provide resources for any student, alumni, and professionals regardless of an individual's degree of knowledge or commitment in the field of computer science. CSS meets and hosts events that provide opportunities for networking, educational, and professional development related to computer science and technology. Our mission is to provide students with the skills, resources, motivation, and training necessary to become successful leaders in STEM.

We are a community of like-minded individuals who are eager to network and succeed. We aim to help every individual grow as a person and as a tech professional to feel confident in their tech skills once they graduate. We treasure uniqueness in each and every individual. We encourage everyone to share their love for technology and to uplift each other throughout their entire college years and beyond. The club shines when everyone shines. Are you excited? If so, come join us at the CSS Club in CUNY John Jay!

What We Do During The Semester

Explore Cybersecurity

Join us in our workshops to explore Cybersecurity topics like Capture the Flag, Ethical Hacking, and recent cyber attacks. You'll also learn about various types of cyber attacks like SQL injection, phishing, etc...

Explore Cybersecurity

Join us in our workshops to explore Cybersecurity topics like Capture the Flag, Ethical Hacking, and recent cyber attacks. You'll also learn about various types of cyber attacks like SQL injection, phishing, etc...

Learn New Languages

Join us for exciting workshops where you’ll be able to learn new programming lanuages. You’ll also learn how to ace technical interviews and grow your confidence.

Find The Best Resources

Over the semesters, we have noticed many Computer Science students are pointing out that there is so much information out there related to finding internships, jobs, and coding resources. For that reason we have compiled plenty of resources ranging from CodePath’s amazing free courses to Codeacademy.

Find The Best Resources

Over the semesters, we have noticed many Computer Science students are pointing out that there is so much information out there related to finding internships, jobs, and coding resources. For that reason we have compiled plenty of resources ranging from CodePath’s amazing free courses to Codeacademy.

Conquer LeetCode

We know that in most sectors in the tech field, you will have to go on the “LeetCode Grind.” Hence, we have LeetCode challenge contests so you can build up the necessary Data Structure skills to complete more LeetCode problems and ace your technical interview. We also have a LeetCode bot in our discord to help you out.

Discussion With Your Peers

Join our club’s Discord server to collaborate, chat, have a good time with your peers, and stay up to date with anything club related. Be on the lookout for any cool club giveaways.

Meet The Team

Executive Board Members
(Fall 2024 - Spring 2025)

President

Leandro Gamarra

Hello, I am currently a Masters student in Digital Forensics and Cybersecurity, and I've interned at Nextdoor, Verisk, Tech Talent Pipeline, and United Way of NYC before. I am interested in Fullstack development and Software Engineering. Welcome to the club and I hope you enjoy your stay!

Vice-President

Perla Dahan

Founder @ CUNY CS Collective | IT Intern @ Warner Bros. Discovery | Pres. & Founder @ Girls who code John Jay | VP @ JJ CSS | GFACT | GSEC | National Cyber Scholar with honors | Cybersecurity student | RTC | WiCyS | GWC

Secretary

Javaughn Lindsay

Student at John Jay College (CUNY) | Tech Talent Pipeline Fellow at NYC John Jay | Mobile Application Developer

Treasurer

Brian De Los Santos

Hey what's up! I'm a Transfer Freshmen majoring in Computer Science and Information Security with a specific interest in Cybersecurity with hopes to work for the FBI Special Agent Cyber-Division.

Assistant Board Members

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Executive Board Members
(Fall 2023 - Spring 2024)

President

I.K.

I’m a Senior majoring in CSIS. I’m a cybersecurity enthusiast, I have completed internships in Cybersecurity and Software Engineering.

Vice-President

Dinorah Garcia Vasquez

Hi, I’m a transfer student from BMCC and I’m from the Dominican Republic. My major is CSIS and I’m interested in Cybersecurity.

Secretary

Katharine Wyant

I am a Sophmore at John Jay and I am majoring in Computer Science and Economics. I am from Connecticut and now I’m living in Brooklyn.

Treasurer

Hazel Ortega

Hi everyone! My name is Hazel Ortega, and I am the treasurer for CSS, and major is Computer Science. A tiny bit about myself, I worked for two years at LaGuardia as a teacher assistant. This summer of 2023 I taught Introduction To Coding for teenagers around 14-15 years old, and were able to create their own application using different tools and methods used while I was teaching Python. It was a fun summer. Also, my favorite food is ramen!

Assistant Board Members

Assistant V.P.

Mario Gonzalez Soberanes

Hi, I'm a DACA student who transferred from QCC, and I'm from Mexico. My major is CSIS, with an interest in Cybersecurity and Software Engineering. I'm a strong advocate for Latinos in tech, and I hope to join the tech field post-graduation in Spring 2024!

Assistant Treasurer

Brian De Los Santos

Hey what's up! I'm a Transfer Freshmen majoring in Computer Science and Information Security with a specific interest in Cybersecurity with hopes to work for the FBI Special Agent Cyber-Division.

Assistant Secretary

Javaughn Lindsay

Student at John Jay College (CUNY) | Tech Talent Pipeline Fellow at NYC John Jay | Mobile Application Developer

Assistant VP Deputy

Leandro Gamarra

Hi! I was the President of the club from June 2021 - June 2023. We have an amazing team here at the CSS Club. I was in charge of leading the club into new levels, like having our first CUNY-wide John Jay Hackathon, growing from 40 members to 540+ members, creating the Club's Website, and having new workshops like React, Python, Swift, MySQL, Git/GitHub, Technical Interview Prep, Javascript, Career Prep , HTML/CSS, Cybersecurity topics, and creating new Assistant Exec Positions, as well as the Web Developer, Data Analytics, Photographer, and Journalist roles. Now, I assist the club as Assistant VP Deputy.

Executive Board Members
(Fall 2022 - Spring 2023)

President

Leandro Gamarra

Hi! I have been the President of the club since June 2021. We have an amazing team here at the CSS Club. I was in charge of leading the club into new levels, like having our first CUNY-wide John Jay Hackathon, growing from 40 members to 540+ members, creating the Club's Website, and having new workshops like React, Python, Swift, MySQL, Git/GitHub, Technical Interview Prep, Javascript, Career Prep , HTML/CSS, Cybersecurity topics, and creating new Assistant Exec Positions, as well as the Web Developer, Data Analytics, Photographer, and Journalist roles.

Vice-President

Sam Raykhman

Hey! I'm interested in data science / analytics. I know programming languages, like Python, SQL, and C++. I enjoy playing soccer and learning new skills. I am thrilled to join the CSS club and spread the joy of programming even more.

Secretary

Katharine Wyant

I am a Sophmore at John Jay and I am majoring in Computer Science and Economics. I am from Connecticut and now I’m living in Brooklyn.

Treasurer

Annie He

I’m interested in data science and programming areas and excited to meet all of you. Let’s make our semesters fun and fulfilling together!

Assistant Board Members

Assistant V.P.

I.K.

I’m a junior majoring in CSIS and minoring in Law. I’m a cybersecurity enthusiast, but I do enjoy web development as well.

Assistant Secretary

Dinorah Garcia Vasquez

Hi, I’m a transfer student from BMCC and I’m from the Dominican Republic. My major is CSIS and I’m interested in Cybersecurity.

Assistant Treasurer

Brian De Los Santos

Hey what's up! I'm a Transfer Freshmen majoring in Computer Science and Information Security with a specific interest in Cybersecurity with hopes to work for the FBI Special Agent Cyber-Division.

Web Developer Committee

Web Developer

Jennifer Guadarrama

Hi everyone! I am a senior, majoring in Computer Science & Information Security and work as a peer advisor. I am interested in pentesting.

Executive Board Members
(Fall 2021 - Spring 2022)

President

Leandro Gamarra

Hi! I have been the President of the club since June 2021. We have an amazing team here at the CSS Club. Fun fact about me, I love watching movies and iOS Development.

Vice-President

Luis Brito

Graduated Spring 2022.

Secretary

Tanzil Hassan

Graduated Spring 2022.

Treasurer

Rachel Perez

Graduated Spring 2022.

Assistant Board Members

Assistant V.P.

Sam Raykhman

Hey! I'm interested in data science / analytics. I know programming languages, like Python, SQL, and C++. I enjoy playing soccer and learning new skills. I am thrilled to join the CSS club and spread the joy of programming even more.

Assistant Secretary

Katharine Wyant

I am a Sophmore at John Jay and I am majoring in Computer Science and Economics. I am from Connecticut and now I’m living in Brooklyn.

Assistant Treasurer

Annie He

I’m interested in data science and programming areas and excited to meet all of you. Let’s make our semesters fun and fulfilling together!

Executive Board Members
(Fall 2020 - Spring 2021)

President

Hunter Kearney

Graduated Spring 2021.

Vice-President

Jaehoon Han

Graduated Spring 2021.

Secretary

Leandro Gamarra

Hi! I have been the President of the club since June 2021. We have an amazing team here at the CSS Club. Fun fact about me, I love watching movies and iOS Development.

Treasurer

Rafia Islam

Graduated Spring 2021.

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