Wesley Tat
Co-Site Coordinator |
Fourth Year
Major: Statistics Minor: Accounting I joined VITA initially because I always enjoyed volunteering in high school, and I learned that I could volunteer while learning how to do taxes and others! It has been a very fun experience that I would not trade for anything as I got to meet a lot of other like-minded individuals who have become very close to me and has helped me along the way through college. I gained a lot of customer service skills, learned how to work under pressure, and enabled me to be thorough and detail oriented. I am hoping we are able to file more taxes than we did last year. I became a co-site as I want to make sure all of the incoming members and returning members learn what taxes are and be able to bond with one another. Additionally, I want to make taxes less intimidating for all newcomers. Hobbies/Interests: I am really into playing and watching tennis. I also read a lot of manga in my friend time. Additionally, I listen to a lot of music. In 2020-2021, I listened to 200,000 minutes of music! |
Timmy Hou
Co-Site Coordinator |
Fourth Year
Major: Managerial Economics Minor: Accounting I initially joined VITA because I was looking for some internship experience. It especially caught my eye since I was able to develop professionally while still helping people. During my time as an intern, I gained a lot of hands-on experience with clients and learned more about taxes. VITA was one of my most valuable professional experiences I've gained through college. I gained valuable knowledge/skills and experience during my time as a VITA intern. I also met great friends and mentors. My goals for VITA this year are to continue to help provide free tax services to the low-income community and to provide some guidance to people who join VITA. I hope to make VITA feel like a close-knit community and a place where you can find friends. VITA is such a rewarding experience and unique organization that I wouldn't have found elsewhere on campus. Hobbies/Interests: Watching K-drama/Anime, Music, Hanging out with friends, Playing sports (pickleball, basketball) |
Denise Cerna
Co-Vice President |
Fourth Year
Major: Economics & Mathematics Analytics and Operations Research I joined VITA during my sophomore year because I wanted to engage in an internship that makes a real-life impact on our surrounding community. I can confidently say that VITA has been a great way to stay active on campus and make progress professionally. It is such a rewarding opportunity to not only learn applicable tax law and communication skills but also to interact with actual clients and clearly see how our efforts are helping others. Overall, VITA is an incredible community of people to work with and has been one of my most valuable professional experiences thus far! Hobbies/Interests: Rock Climbing, Hiking, Skiing, Jewelry Making |
Benjamin Forney
Co-Vice President |
Third Year
Major: Managerial Economics Minor: Accounting I joined VITA at UC Davis during 2021 because of the organization’s reputation in career advancement and community service. As an intern, I learned to engage with the clients and understand the fundamentals of tax accounting. During the upcoming year, I'm looking forward to working alongside the interns and getting to help them as they prepare their first returns for the Davis and Sacramento community. Hobbies/Interests: During my spare time, I enjoy building woodworking projects, steelhead fishing the Russian River, and deer hunting on my family’s ranch in Healdsburg, California. |
Yuetong Zheng
Marketing Director |
Second Year
Major: Communication As a VITA participant, I acquired essential expertise that enhanced my tax-filing skills and interpersonal abilities. Helping various local clients file hassle-free tax returns through intake calls felt quite rewarding, as I got to apply my newfound knowledge efficiently and professionally. Since I had such a rewarding experience as an intern during the 2021-2022 school year, I decided to return as this year’s Marketing Director. I cannot wait to highlight our program’s countless perks, hands-on opportunities, and fun socials via consistent social media updates and in-person presentations. Hobbies/Interests: Instalocking Sage on Valorant, Reading fun fantasy and romance novels, Browsing online boutiques, Swimming, Cafe-hopping |
Aung Kuang Myat
Finance Director |
Third Year
Major: Managerial Economics Minor: Technology Management Hi, my name is Aung, and this is my second year with VITA! I joined VITA because I wanted to be part of a program that would allow me to grow professionally while making a difference in my community. Through the program, I've learned to work with a diverse community of clients and gained an amazing hands-on opportunity/ experience to advance my career interests in Tax and Client Management! Plus, networking with VITA's alums have been super helpful in my career development! Definitely a unique and a rewarding experience to be part of VITA! Hobbies/Interests: Running, Hiking, Biking, Beach Walks |
Teresa Chou
Lead Intern |
Second Year
Major: Managerial Economics I am Teresa Chou, and this is my second year with VITA. I heard about VITA through the involvement fair on campus. As a freshman back then, I felt the urge to join student organizations that align with my interests and future career path, so I joined VITA with the hope to enhance my technical skills in finance and taxation, meet peers with similar interests, and hone my soft skills in communication and team working. I really enjoyed learning about basic taxation knowledge and helping my clients to work on their taxes. The experience in VITA gave me the opportunity to confront practical challenges and grow through problem-solving. Being a lead intern this year, I hope to make use of my leadership skills to help other interns develop their professional skills in VITA while also providing high quality services to the Davis community. Hobbies/Interests: Longboarding, Ice skating, Billiards, Tennis |
Yash Inani
Lead Intern |
Third Year
Major: Computer Science Minor: Technology Management VITA is really safe space with a great community and great way to step out of your comfort zone and talk to people. It is a great way to learn communication and tax preparation skills. I want to see VITA expand out with more volunteers and more people joining the club to further help the community. With my position in the VITA, I hope to help ensure every intern helps as many interns as possible and learn every skills VITA offers Hobbies/Interests: Badminton, Table Tennis and Cardistry |
Elaine Yiling Ma
Lead Intern & Webmaster |
Second Year
Major: Managerial Economics Minor: Accounting VITA provided a great opportunity for me to learn the technical skills in taxation, tax-filing and engage with the community at Davis. Over the past year, I applied those acquired skills while strengthening my customer service and interpersonal skills when working with other members of VITA or clients while filing their tax returns. It was definitely a memorable experience, and I'm excited to continue for another year! I hope to provide a welcoming and collaborative environment for all interns with a position as a lead intern and ensure an easy-to-navigate and organized website for local clients to schedule their tax returns as the webmaster. Hobbies/Interests: Visiting cafes for mochas, Hiking, K-dramas, and Podcasts |
Roland Del Mundo
Advisor |
Fourth Year
Major: Neurobiology, Physiology, and Behavior Minor: Economics I joined VITA because I wanted to make a positive impact in the Greater Sacramento region. I recognize and understand the barriers that exist in obtaining tax services, and wanted to do something about the inequities that these communities face. VITA offers our clients a wide range of services from tax consultation to tax preparation at zero cost. Individuals who make less than $69,000 annually come from underserved communities that require the assistance that VITA provides. As a Co-Site Coordinator, I plan to lead the charge towards being able to provide equitable financial services at no cost to our community. Seeing the positive changes we are making in the lives of our clients has been fulfilling, and has strengthened my dedication towards improving the lives of others. Hobbies/Interests: Volunteering, Reality television, Health advocacy |
Emily Choi
Design Director |
Fourth Year
Major: Communication and Cinema & Digital Media I joined VITA to put to work my hobby in graphic design towards a greater purpose. As design director, I hope to continue to showcase the goals and achievements of VITA and use design as a way to communicate the services we provide for both UC Davis students and the wider Yolo County community. Hobbies/Interests: Painting, Cafe hopping, Thrifting, Reading |
