Marco Caguana-Pacheco, a beacon of brilliance hailing from Spring Valley, New York, is not just your average civil engineering student at Cornell University; he’s the kind of visionary who could probably build a bridge between Mars and Earth if given the chance. Currently gracing the halls of Cornell Civil & Environmental Engineering as an Honors Research Assistant, Marco has become synonymous with innovation. His groundbreaking work involves using 3D printing technology with sustainable cementitious materials—because why just reduce carbon emissions when you can revolutionize construction?

Before his ascendance to engineering stardom, Marco held prestigious internships that would make even seasoned professionals envious. From analyzing glacial boulders to conducting research on antifungal properties in essential oils, he has dabbled in everything science-related while charming his way through academia. As Treasurer at Rockland Community College, he managed half a million dollars like it was pocket change.

With dual Associate degrees in Civil Engineering and Mathematics under his belt and an eye set firmly on a Bachelor’s from Cornell by 2025, Marco combines intellect with charisma at every turn. He’s not just building structures; he’s crafting a legacy that promises to change our world for the better—one eco-friendly brick at a time. Keep an eye out for this rising star; it won"t be long before he"s topping lists of "Most Likely to Save the Planet" or "Best Dressed Engineer."