# Matthew Werneken ![Matthew Werneken](/sites/g/files/omnuum3581/files/styles/hwp_4_5__320x400/public/2026-08/Matthew%20Werneken.JPEG?itok=09uV-YsM) email Previous degrees: BS in Mechanical Engineering & BA in Astrophysics from Columbia University Current work: PhD Student in Astronomy Hello new Mather friends! I’m hyped to join you as a new tutor this year! I was an undergrad at Columbia, where I spent my time designing satellites, telescopes, spacewalking tools, and everything in between. I’m now in my second year of an Astronomy PhD, where I study the Milky Way and work on new instruments. I’m always exploring new hobbies, with staples including tennis, hiking, photography, volleyball, and board games. Happy to share a meal any time :) - ## Person Categories [Resident Tutors](/person-categories/resident-tutors)