About

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Max Mendez

Hello! My name is Max (he/they) and I am currently a junior at Rutgers University New Brunswick. Here are some of my stats and achievements:

Studies

Double majoring in Computer Science and Information Technology & Informatics.

Interests In Tech:

Minoring in Women's Gender and Sexuality Studies

Interests In WGSS:

Extracurriculars

I am involved in many organizations on campus, as well as hold some executive board positions.

Hobbies + Extras

I like keeping myself busy with many hobbies! Some of these include crocheting + knitting, listening to music, drawing, painting, playing video games, watching movies, reading, writing, and eating good food! Here are some specifics if you are interested, q&a style:

You know both crocheting and knitting?

Yes I do! I learned how to crochet first in 2021 and in 2023 is when I officially committed to knitting. I own a crochet business with my friend called Mixed Marvelous Makes where we mostly sell crochet plushies, various other crocheted items, and stickers!

What genres of music do you listen to? Who's your favorite artist?

My favorite artist right now is I Don't Know How But They Found Me, a band from Salt Lake City led by Dallon Weekes. Some genres I listen to are indie pop, pop punk, rock, alternative, pop, metal.

What is your favorite painting you've ever made?

I mostly draw or paint video game related images but sometimes I switch things up. In July 2024 I painted a biblical inspired painting of Chucky, Tiffany, and Glen/Glenda from the Child's Play franchise.

What kind of movies do you like?

I enjoy horror! I like others as well and I'm receptive to most genres but as of the past few years I've been really into horror such as Hellraiser, Child's Play, and Killer Klowns from Outer Space. My favorite movie of all time is Heathers.

What was the last book you've read for leisure?

I read a lot for my university classes but the last book I read for my own enjoyment was It Came from the Closet: Queer Reflections on Horror.

What do you write?

I don't write anywhere else normally except for my journal. I used to hate writing for English classes growing up but since taking a creative writing class in my Freshman year of college I have grown to appreciate it. Writing is an important skill and I try to find ways to make it engaging for me.

What are your favorite cuisines?

I like a lot of food but my top 3 are probably Chinese Sichuan, Mexican, and Cuban. I really like spicy food and my favorite dish is 麻辣火锅 (pronounced málà huǒguò) and it is a spicy dry hotpot dish. I grew up eating a lot of Cuban food so it has a lot of nostalgia points, although not spicy.