Zachary Arias is a recent graduate of Missouri University of Science and Technology with a B.S. in Electrical/Computer Engineering and a GPA of 3.16. He has research experience as a research assistant at Washington University in St. Louis where he performed greenhouse work and recorded data in a lab book. His work experience includes lifeguarding at a recreation center in St. Louis and maintenance work at a church in Maplewood. Additionally, he has pursued a freelance career as a guitarist, playing at various venues in St. Louis and recording original music.