Cody DiBonaventura
Cody is the Undergraduate Coordinator for WPI’s SCOPE program and has played a key role in shaping its development. Working closely with the director of the Morgan Teaching and Learning Center, Cody built the program’s framework and structure from the ground up. The foundation he raised ensured a strong start for the program’s mission to enhance teaching at WPI. By providing student-driven support for faculty, the program was created with the focus of enhancing the learning experience for the entire student community. With a background in management engineering, Cody applies leadership and organizational skills to drive the program’s growth and impact on campus.
Beyond SCOPE, Cody is an active member of WPI’s concert band and marching band. He is also a photographer for a couple organizations on campus. Cody is passionate about collaboration and innovation, and is excited for the potential for SCOPE to make a lasting impact on WPI’s teaching environment.
Amanda Blanchard
Amanda is a Founding Member and Magnifier for WPI's SCOPE program, where she played a role in its early development. As a Magnifier, she collaborated with faculty to improve course design by reviewing syllabi, Canvas pages, and assignments, and also offering feedback based on classroom observations. She spent a term working closely with a professor to guide and support the development of an experimental course.
Beyond her work with SCOPE, Amanda was involved in various campus clubs and activities. She co-founded the Big Brothers Big Sisters club at WPI, served as President of the Promotion of Animal Welfare Society, and was a member of both Omicron Delta Kappa (the national leadership honor society) and Upsilon Pi Epsilon (the international honor society for computing and information disciplines). She also worked as a Student Assistant for the Computer Science department and a Graduate Data Analyst for the Strategic Initiatives and University Analytics Office. Amanda graduated in May 2025 with both her Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Computer Science, and she is now working as a Software Engineer at Google.
Eliana Panopio
Eliana is a Founding Member and Magnifier for WPI's SCOPE program, where she brings creativity, strong communication skills, and a collaborative mindset. Since joining the team, she has worked closely with faculty and fellow consultants to craft tailored feedback and in-classroom solutions, all with the goal of improving the student learning experience at WPI. From drafting movement layouts for lecture halls to managing class dynamics of varying sizes, Eliana plays a vital role in assessing a professor’s course to ensure it is both engaging and effective.
With years of experience in customer-facing roles and peer mentorship, Eliana naturally builds strong relationships with clients and teammates. Her leadership extends beyond SCOPE— tutoring off-campus, volunteering at Mechanics Hall, and continuing her creative pursuits as an active member of SASE and the Filipino Student Association at WPI. Eliana is excited to keep learning, leading, and contributing to the evolving educational landscape at WPI through her work as a Magnifier.
El Garner
El is a Founding Member and Magnifier for WPI's SCOPE program, focusing on partnering with faculty to strengthen their teaching practices. El contributes to refining course delivery and helping instructors create more engaging classroom experiences. With a background in aerospace engineering, El approaches challenges with precision, creativity, and a structured problem-solving lens to help drive innovation in teaching.
Outside of SCOPE, El is passionate about music, training in Jiu Jitsu and boxing, and hiking around the Northeast. El brings a thoughtful and adaptable approach to working with faculty, helping to strengthen teaching practices and enrich the learning experience at WPI.
Emilio Burgos
Emilio Burgos is a Founding Member and Magnifier for WPI's SCOPE program and has remained deeply committed to its growth since its creation. Through close collaboration with his peers, Emilio’s strategic skills have repeatedly contributed to the program’s organization and growth. Motivated by a genuine desire to enhance the academic experience, he’s offered thoughtful advice and perspective to instructors on an interdisciplinary level-- drawing from both his personal experience and careful observation of student learning. With a background in Software Engineering, Emilio applies a combination of analytical thinking, creativity, and a strong sense of optimism to the workplace, pushing SCOPE’s mission forward-- one classroom at a time.